Long time a comin'....Found my electrical problem!!!!

[Anonymous]

Ok guys...for those of you who know me..and my bike's situation...I think I've FINALLY found the problem.

Quick recap: My ignition fuse kept blowing...this would happen after the bike was running for approx. 2-3 mins.

Without a wiring diagram, I was clueless as to what the problem was. But thanks to Hap for sending me a diagram, I was able to diagnose the problem ( I hope).

And where was this pesky problem? In the Ignitor unit!!! there was a wire within it that was exposed and touching a bolt. A complete short to ground (like many of you thought was the problem...Good job guys!). I've taped it up and will test the bike this weekend.

If this was the problem, I'll be in heaven. Will let you guys know how the test goes. Wish me luck!!!!!!!

Rudi
San Antonio, TX
1980 Suzuki GS1100E w/ 89,500 miles

[focus frenzy]

WOO HOO RUDI!!! way to go, remember to take spare fuses on that ride, just incase!!

[Anonymous]

Good luck rudi.

I can see you've been Hannitized 8) 8) ...good for you.

[Anonymous]

Yes...

thanks, guys! I'm actually kind of proud of myself over here! I'm still low on the motorcycle knowledge scale...but this was a tricky problem that took me a loooong time to figure out.

Then again, I still haven't started the bike and ran it for a period of time. That moment of truth will happen this weekend. Who knows, I may be back to the drawing board!!

And YES...I've been Hanittized. But first I was Rush Limbaughed in the early 90's. Have been a proud conservative ever since. :-)