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Have any modifications been made to the electrical system?
Pull all the fuses, turn the switch to ignition, read voltage at each fuse position (2 sides for each fuse position).
What are your readings?
Pull all the fuses, turn the switch to ignition, read voltage at each fuse position (2 sides for each fuse position).
What are your readings?
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That was done already. With exception of the accessories fuse, all read 12- 12.5 on one side, and 0 on the other.
The accessories fuse registers 12 on both sides.
As far as modifications, yes. Not to the wiring itself, but it was necessary on the switch, itself. The former owner had raked the front ( something I didn't know about until reassembly, and couldn't ask him about as he was dead), about 3°. Why? I'll never know. So, I went with a newer style switch system on the tank. Yes, properly mounted, and insulated. (Not my first rodeo on this stuff)
But, it was a used switch, and it may have been "used" for a reason. So, I'm beginning to think that this is the "culprit."
The accessories fuse registers 12 on both sides.
As far as modifications, yes. Not to the wiring itself, but it was necessary on the switch, itself. The former owner had raked the front ( something I didn't know about until reassembly, and couldn't ask him about as he was dead), about 3°. Why? I'll never know. So, I went with a newer style switch system on the tank. Yes, properly mounted, and insulated. (Not my first rodeo on this stuff)
But, it was a used switch, and it may have been "used" for a reason. So, I'm beginning to think that this is the "culprit."
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Please clarify, are you measuring at the fuses, or the fuse sockets, with the fuse removed?
I can`t see what you are doing, keep that in mind...
I can`t see what you are doing, keep that in mind...
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Both, I wanted to make sure the fuses were good and the system was working as it was supposed to.
The accessories side was the only one that wasn't.
I'm not "electrical expert", but do have a lot of experience in fixing these type systems, and I'm always careful.
this switch has given me problems since I got it, such as not connecting with everything when i turn it on, and i have to "wiggle " it slightly to make it turn everything on. That may be why i got it "used."
The accessories side was the only one that wasn't.
I'm not "electrical expert", but do have a lot of experience in fixing these type systems, and I'm always careful.
this switch has given me problems since I got it, such as not connecting with everything when i turn it on, and i have to "wiggle " it slightly to make it turn everything on. That may be why i got it "used."
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Both, I wanted to make sure the fuses were good and the system was working as it was supposed to.
The accessories side was the only one that wasn't.
I'm not "electrical expert", but do have a lot of experience in fixing these type systems, and I'm always careful.
this switch has given me problems since I got it, such as not connecting with everything when i turn it on, and i have to "wiggle " it slightly to make it turn everything on. That may be why i got it "used."
The accessories side was the only one that wasn't.
I'm not "electrical expert", but do have a lot of experience in fixing these type systems, and I'm always careful.
this switch has given me problems since I got it, such as not connecting with everything when i turn it on, and i have to "wiggle " it slightly to make it turn everything on. That may be why i got it "used."
There you go. If you had provided this information in your first post, it may have helped diagnose your issue. 12 - 12.5 VDC is still a little low from a new battery.
If you charge the battery and get a voltage reading after it has set a couple of hours not hooked up what is the reading?
Additionally, you may have a voltage draw on your system if you can get readings on both sides of the Accessory switch. What additional accessories are there on the motorcycle?
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You are turning this into a wild goose chase.
This is a very simple system to diagnose as long as you look at the wiring diagram and follow a systematic process.
Jumping all over the place will just make it harder to get to the problem.
If you are ready to troubleshoot, without going off on your own, please say so.
Otherwise, best of luck to you.
This is a very simple system to diagnose as long as you look at the wiring diagram and follow a systematic process.
Jumping all over the place will just make it harder to get to the problem.
If you are ready to troubleshoot, without going off on your own, please say so.
Otherwise, best of luck to you.
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No other changes were made to this.
As for a "wild goose chase", I'm doing my best to be "methodical" on this. I've done everything I've been asked to do so I can "zoom in" on the problem.
You have all helped me find MY mistake, and i thank you for your help.
As for a "wild goose chase", I'm doing my best to be "methodical" on this. I've done everything I've been asked to do so I can "zoom in" on the problem.
You have all helped me find MY mistake, and i thank you for your help.
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