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    Want to try experiment. Can I do this safely? GS1100.......

    I have a minor issue with what I believe is low voltage at cylinder 1 + 4 coil. Symptoms as follows: cylinders 1 + 4 take longer to warm up on first start and run cooler when engine is warm. Voltage at LH coil was low so i cleaned all the connectors and that brought the voltage back to 12ish and now it runs much better but on cold starting but it's still showing signs of a weak spark on. 1 + 4.

    FYI: it ain't the carbs ok! definitely ignition system related and the coils test good.

    So back to my original question, can i jump the + terminal of the LH coil directly to the +battery for testing purposes without causing any other electrical issues? I don't want to damage anything!

    Any input would be greatly received.
    Last edited by Guest; 05-06-2013, 12:43 PM.

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    yes...........................................

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      #3
      Yes.......................................
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        #4
        Thank you and thank you
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          #5
          Just don't leave it hooked up too long without engine running as you'll overheat them.

          With the relay mod I carry a 3" bit of wire with a spade on either end as a "jumper" for just this purpose in case the relay goes bad on the road.
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            #6
            Originally posted by salty_monk View Post
            Just don't leave it hooked up too long without engine running as you'll overheat them.

            With the relay mod I carry a 3" bit of wire with a spade on either end as a "jumper" for just this purpose in case the relay goes bad on the road.
            Good point

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