650 XSB-1 Left key on

[ThomasADixon]

Gentlemen in the process of tuning I left the key on for three hours - the battery is now dead.

Would anything be damaged by that?

 

[Tinker Taylor]

Gentlemen in the process of tuning I left the key on for three hours - the battery is now dead.

Would anything be damaged by that?

Your ego okay?
'TT

 

[650Skull]

Possibly coils

 

[gggGary]

Can burn a set of points if they're closed.
Charge the battery ASAP Might be "OK" Other than that see what does and doesn't work?

 

[Tinker Taylor]

I know I am a real stickler about battery drain. I take mine out after each ride and bring it into the house. I also prop the motorcycle side stand on a 1" wooden plank, so no metal contact is to the concrete. We all are many times so quick in our actions/reactions that it is easy to overlook correct procedures. Instilled in us all are habits, and we guided by these. Without them we are prone to err. Have you solved where the shockwave you felt came from when you reached for the petcock?
'TT'

 

[ThomasADixon]

No Sir

I am just trying to get it started right now. I will check the points tomorrow and after it recharges Ill see if I can diagnose the state of the ignition coil.
Thanks

 

[ThomasADixon]

Points are ok. Tried starting it but no good. I have to quit before I hurt my knee. I have a swimming group now and when I return I'll try and diagnose the
ignition coil for damage. Meanwhile, I still dont trust my light modification for shorting as well.

 

[ThomasADixon]

Took it to the motorcycle shop...

 

[gggGary]

Took it to the motorcycle shop...

Good to have the wisdom to choose your battles.

 

[ThomasADixon]

I agree. I know me too well.

 

[ThomasADixon]

Thanks gggGary