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Hi all, I've been having issues with my 1978 special for awhile now. The main issue I've been having is after the bike has warmed up, if it dies for any reason it will not start again till it's cooled down.
It's a kick only bike as a few years back I swapped in the MikesXS PMA charging system...
Just bought an '83 XS650. The battery was supposed to be new per the previous owner. When hitting the start button there's only a clicking sound coming from somewhere under the seat. Starter isn't engaging and the engine is not cranking. I replaced the solenoid switch. Same clicking sound. Any...
So this is stumping me. Yesterday, I put the key in and turn it. Put the bike in neutral (green neutral light was on), press the start button, and everything goes blank. No neutral light, no horn, no nothing. Turned the key off and checked the fuses, nothing blown. Turned the key back on and...