I am trying to do a spark test on my '07 Street Glide with the tank removed, but it appears the starting circuit is not complete now. I pulled the tank earlier to remove and test the coil, and replace the plugs and wires. The coil tested fine. After that I disconnected the Power Commander, because I think that may be the issue causing engine code P1356. Before I removed the tank, I did a spark test, and had no spark at the rear cylinder. I don't want to put the tank back on until I do the spark test again, unless it needs to complete the staring circuit for some reason (fuel injection). Does anyone know if that is the case or not?


Thank you for the help.

 

I think you are on the right track. Ya know how when you turn the ignition on and wait for the fuel pump to prime, then it takes a few revolutions to start?
But if you turn the ignition on and immediately hit the starter it fires right up.
I forget the details but it has something to do with the Power Commander resetting.
So, yes I think something in the starting circuit is not complete.
BTW hitting the the starter switch immediately is perfectly ok. Maybe even try it and see if it works for your spark test.