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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 08:45 AM
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So.... my ignition is acting up. It won't start unless I jiggle the key in the ignition and it won't stay running. Seems like a wiring problem. Last time I rode it she was fine but I did let it idle a few weeks back for 10 minutes just to run some fuel though the injectors as I don't ride it much.
It's an 08 Dyna LowRider with 3000 miles. Is there a way to pull the ignition switch out to look at the wire harness? I tried to get a look though the frame but nothing is visible.

Thanks for any input
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 10:29 AM
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Unfortunately, if you have to jiggle the key to make contact it sounds more like Ignition Switch problem, not a wiring problem.

If you turn Ignition Key ON and reach behind the switch and wiggle the wires and get intermittent contact then it would be a wiring problem.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 12:41 PM
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switches are cheap and easy to replace. I think BK rider has them for about $20
 
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 06:32 PM
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Thanks for the input. I appreciate it.

Scott
 
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