Bike died, no electrical power
#11
10-12-2011, 10:26 AM
Another possibility is the Maxi-Fuse. They often build up corrosion and begin to loose proper contact. When this happens, it will be sporadic at first. Just check the maxi-fuse, and if needed do the same that that was suggested with the battery cable and battery posts.
Better yet, just replace the fuse. Can get them at any auto parts store for just a couple of bucks. Come to think of it, I think the bike comes with an extra maxi-fuse.
Better yet, just replace the fuse. Can get them at any auto parts store for just a couple of bucks. Come to think of it, I think the bike comes with an extra maxi-fuse.
#12
10-13-2011, 12:17 PM
Put about 300 miles on it and no problems since cleaning the cables. When I put it up for winter (coming soon here in Indiana) I will probably go ahead and check the fuse and relays and use dielectric grease on them just to be on the safe side, it's only got about 36,000 miles on it. Thanks for all the input.
#13
10-13-2011, 04:27 PM
Put about 300 miles on it and no problems since cleaning the cables. When I put it up for winter (coming soon here in Indiana) I will probably go ahead and check the fuse and relays and use dielectric grease on them just to be on the safe side, it's only got about 36,000 miles on it. Thanks for all the input.
#14
10-15-2011, 09:36 PM
+1, the dielectric grease also keeps moisture out of the connections. Another great trick i've found is to seal battery cable connections with this stuff, it doesn't stay wet like battery terminal protector (in a similar can) it dries like a shellac or varnish in a couple of days, and keeps air and moisture out.
#16
07-30-2015, 04:03 AM
Road Master
Had this happen to me this morning. Just split second total power loss. Glance at the speedo to see it heading south, then it bounced back into life as the bike did. Rest of the journey was uneventful, well apart from a strong gust of wind and a lady's skirt but thats for another forum/thread! Will go over my connections at the weekend...
#17
07-30-2015, 01:12 PM
Road Master
Did it again on the way home. My bike hits some vibration just after 70mph and seemed to bring it on. So I went for the same vibration in a lower gear and it kicked in again. Oh well, back on the scooter tomorrow and spanner time at the weekend. Battery terminals and earth points right? Anywhere else I should be targeting?
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07-24-2017, 01:45 AM
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Dead 2003 FXST
Interestingly enough, I rode home on a long trip with what I thought was a weak battery as it hesitated to start and after sitting overnight the motorcycle was dead, it would go into accessory mode but nothing on start mode, I took the seat off and tested the battery and it read 12.5 volts, I had ordered a new battery so I replaced it and the bike revived, back like new. I did my yearly maintenance and changed all the oils, I only ride about 1,000 miles per year so the synthetic oil wasn't very dirty.
The old battery, a Chrome Battery model 20HL-BS tested at 14 volts after a charge so I do believe the problem was my corroded positive battery terminal. The battery was almost exactly 5 years old so I had an exact replacement waiting on hand. I'll be passing the old battery along to someone in need for a few bucks.
it was this thread that helped me look for poor connections, I have had great reliability on my FXST, all except the fuel gauge... the float inside gets bent up over time giving false readings, I just rely on my trip meter and fuel up every 150 miles.
Sorry for the rambling.
The old battery, a Chrome Battery model 20HL-BS tested at 14 volts after a charge so I do believe the problem was my corroded positive battery terminal. The battery was almost exactly 5 years old so I had an exact replacement waiting on hand. I'll be passing the old battery along to someone in need for a few bucks.
it was this thread that helped me look for poor connections, I have had great reliability on my FXST, all except the fuel gauge... the float inside gets bent up over time giving false readings, I just rely on my trip meter and fuel up every 150 miles.
Sorry for the rambling.
#20
07-24-2017, 01:14 PM
Road Warrior
Interestingly enough, I rode home on a long trip with what I thought was a weak battery as it hesitated to start and after sitting overnight the motorcycle was dead, it would go into accessory mode but nothing on start mode, I took the seat off and tested the battery and it read 12.5 volts, I had ordered a new battery so I replaced it and the bike revived, back like new. I did my yearly maintenance and changed all the oils, I only ride about 1,000 miles per year so the synthetic oil wasn't very dirty.
The old battery, a Chrome Battery model 20HL-BS tested at 14 volts after a charge so I do believe the problem was my corroded positive battery terminal. The battery was almost exactly 5 years old so I had an exact replacement waiting on hand. I'll be passing the old battery along to someone in need for a few bucks.
it was this thread that helped me look for poor connections, I have had great reliability on my FXST, all except the fuel gauge... the float inside gets bent up over time giving false readings, I just rely on my trip meter and fuel up every 150 miles.
Sorry for the rambling.
The old battery, a Chrome Battery model 20HL-BS tested at 14 volts after a charge so I do believe the problem was my corroded positive battery terminal. The battery was almost exactly 5 years old so I had an exact replacement waiting on hand. I'll be passing the old battery along to someone in need for a few bucks.
it was this thread that helped me look for poor connections, I have had great reliability on my FXST, all except the fuel gauge... the float inside gets bent up over time giving false readings, I just rely on my trip meter and fuel up every 150 miles.
Sorry for the rambling.
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