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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 10:48 PM
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Im new to the forum . I have a 1982 flt . I left my ignition on and killed my battery . I charged my battery . It turned over fine but wouldnt start . I spoke to some friends and they say I may have cooked my coil . So i got a 3 ohm dual fire coil . I have an electronic ignition . I tried to fire my bike , it turns over but no start . I checked my plugs and i have no spark . ive been pulling my hair out . could this be a cooked reulator ? Or an igintion module problem . My leads from the spark plugs are good . Im at a loss and not a mechanic . Just a dumb carpenter .
thanks steven
 
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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 11:22 PM
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Just posting to keep you at the top. From my little experience, I would say check your ICM. I am pretty sure they can do it at the dealer. Someone here Knows. Maybe ask Dr Vtwin. Good Luck
 
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