Piaggio 140878 Stator Coil Support – Ape Car P2 and P3 220 Petrol (1972-1986)

The Piaggio 140878 stator coil support is the plate of the ignition system for Ape Car P2 and P3 220 petrol motor tricycles: an iron disc with the coils and black cables already mounted. It is the fixed part located under the flywheel magneto: from here, the current that ignites the engine and powers the system is generated. If the Ape doesn't start, misfires, or leaves you stranded when the engine is hot, the cause is very often found here. New original spare part, ready for delivery from Moon Bike S.r.l. — Cercola (NA).

✓ Strengths

• Original Piaggio code 140878 – catalog part, not a reproduction
• Complete stator with coils and wiring – not just the bare plate
• Original mounting seats and holes – fits in place of the old one without adaptations or slotting
• Hard-to-find new part – for a forty-year-old vehicle, most stators available are reconditioned or from salvage
• Restores the entire system – ignition and charging return to factory values
• New product, never mounted · shipping from Italy with protected packaging

Technical specifications

Compatibility

Compatibility refers to the Ape Car Petrol family in the Piaggio spare parts catalog. As this is an out-of-production code, please always compare the code stamped on the part to be replaced before ordering: write to us and we will check together.

Recommended products

• Condenser and points for Ape Car ignition system – to be replaced along with the stator
• Ignition coil and spark plug cap – to renew the entire spark system
• Piaggio 263726 air filter box – for the same Ape Car P2 and P3 petrol models
• Engine screws and gaskets – to expertly close the crankcase

Who it's perfect for

This spare part is for anyone who owns an Ape Car P2 or P3 220 that has starting problems, misfires, stalls when hot, or doesn't charge the battery — the classic symptoms of a stator with faulty coils or insulation worn out by age. It is also the part sought by restorers: finding a new and original stator for a vehicle of this age is increasingly difficult, and reassembling a used one from salvage almost always means redoing the work shortly after.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is the "stator coil support"?
It is the fixed iron plate located under the flywheel magneto that has the coils and their cables mounted on it. The flywheel rotates, the magnets pass in front of the coils and generate the current that produces the spark and powers the electrical system. Without an efficient stator, the engine will not start or will run erratically.

Will it fit my Ape Car?
It is designed for Ape Car P2 and P3 with a 220cc petrol engine. Since it's an out-of-production code, the safest way is to compare the code stamped on the part you are removing: write to us and we will tell you immediately if it matches.

Are the flywheel, condenser, and points included?
No. Only the stator with coil support and cables is supplied. However, we recommend changing the condenser and points at the same time: they wear out together and the crankcase only needs to be opened once.

How do I know if the stator is my problem?
Typical symptoms include: difficult or impossible starting, engine misfiring or stalling when hot, weak spark at the spark plug, battery not charging. Before ordering, however, have the coil continuity checked with a tester: it's a test that takes only a few minutes.

Does the timing need to be redone after assembly?
Yes. After replacing the stator, the timing and advance adjustment must be rechecked. This is a step that the mechanic can do quickly but cannot be skipped.

How long does it take to arrive?
The item is available in stock and is shipped from Italy. You will receive the tracking code as soon as the package leaves.