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Old Nov 10, 2017 | 11:39 AM
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Hi a friend of mine is getting nuts
In his Electra Glide Ultra 2007, switch the ignition, lights on, as soon hi try to start the bike lights fuse blows
Any start to looking at?
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 05:02 AM
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He seems to have a short in the starter wiring. What mods has he done to his bike? Has he changed handlebars, or disturbed the right-hand handlebar switches for any reason? I suggest tracing the wiring from the starter switch, checking for electrical continuity and any damage, such as a pinched wire.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 05:05 AM
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^^^Yes^^^

Need some/more details...otherwise it's like catching a greased pig...
 
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 05:22 AM
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"catching a greased pig" thats cool man
gonna use that sentence in spanish
Well it was a shortcircuit when my friend change the handlebar
He is so happy now
Thank you so much guys
 
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 05:29 AM
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That's easily done - glad he sorted it out.
 
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