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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 10:58 AM
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2013 Heritage with no ABS or security.

Yesterday I had the bike out for a little ride and then did a full fluid change. Warmed the bike up, checked the levels. Started it and rode to the store. When I came out the bike wouldn't start. When I hit run the fuel pump comes on and then when I hit start the front headlight goes out, no starter noise at all, and I hear the fuel pump working again. Afterwards a red light is on on the speedo. I did the diagnostics and it said B2121 Starter Output Open/BCM Malfunction. I cleared it but still have the issue. I dug around and found this wire/connector right in the area of the starter/trans fill plug. I can't figure out where it plugs in. Any help is appreciated.


 
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 11:08 AM
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Found it. Man that thing was hidden! Bike started right up.
 
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 11:17 AM
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glad you got it fixed- it would be helpful if you told us where it plugged in- starter solenoid? might help someone else.
 
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musta knocked it loose. glad to hear it's ok
 
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 12:48 PM
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Bike gremlins- hate 'em
 
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 12:51 PM
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don't add water
 
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ha! good one-
 
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 01:02 PM
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have you checked out the craig's list thread...good lord
 
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