1979 XS 650 Special, Abruptly died now just "clicking"

[BostonBiker]

I was adjusting my clutch cable yesterday and had the bike running just fine, shut it down, took it off the center stand, and when I went to fire it up it was just making a clicking noise...Brake lights and horn work just fine but no blinkers or headlight...tried to charge the battery incase that was it but it seems fine...Any suggestions before I start poking and prodding? Starter? Solenoid? Battery?

 

[retiredgentleman]

If you still have the original 4 position (glass type) fuse panel, its a likely suspect. They are old and the clips are weak. Replace with automotive blade type fuseholders.

The Headlight fuseholder is the prime suspect, as it powers the starter relay.