So what happens when I turn the Key???

[Guest]

I own a 81' gs1000L, and was wanting to know what happens when I turn the key and push the "Magic Button" which I know eventually makes motor turn and spark to spark plug, but I guess what I'm wanting to know is how does power from the battery go to all the other areas and what links them all when you turn the key??? Thanks to all that help!

[tkent02]

There are wiring diagrams available on Cliff's site.

There are a few months worth of other interesting information, too.

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[eil]

The keyswitch is the switch that delivers power to all the electronics when turned on. If you're curious about the starting system, most of the wires are in plain view, so trace 'em and see where they go. For everything else, there's the wiring diagrams.

[posplayr]

When you turn on the ignition switch you basically power the fusebox which distributes power to everything on the bike except the solenoid that powers the starter. Pushing that magic button adds that last item (i.e. the starter) to the party.

[1_v8_merc]

Ignition powers the lights, after you flip Kill Switch to Run, then you get the big voltage drop as you charge up the Coils.

[Silver94]

Thanks guys, I'm learning more and more I'm 19yrs old and have a 79' 850 with a windjammer fairing and the 81' 1000l with only 12,000mi. me and a friend drove out to National Motorcycle Museum, place is way cool! I need to spend more time turning a wrench. I wish I had more knowledge about these bikes.... that BikeCliff website will definitely help!!!

[bwanna]

You should be proud of yourself for asking the questions! Many would be afraid to ask. Great job!
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