no sparkls at all-gs850

[shepgs850]

got no spark at all on any plug,ignitor problem or coils?any idea how to check
was running fine,not ran for a week,went to start it nothing,no spark
all ideas greatly appreciated,have cleaned plugs etc,not gs850 with points its the other type

[Nessism]

Checking voltage at the coils is first thing I'd do. Orange wire with white trace (I think that is the color) should go hot when the ignition is turned on. Check Basscliff's web site if you need a wiring diagram.

Good luck.

[chef1366]

If no spark at all from either coil I'd check into the igniter.
First make sure you have power at the coils.

[valk_77]

I'm having the same problem.

I have a 86 GS550es not getting any spark. I have replace the signal generator and checked the Tri-Igniter but still no spark.
Any ideas?

James

[ryonker]

Maybe your battery is dead

[valk_77]

I have it on the slow charger, and when i go to start it i put it on direct so it's like getting a boost. I just tried cleaning out the carbs thinking it m ay be there, but still nothing.

[almarconi]

was running fine,not ran for a week,went to start it nothing,no spark

Did you try checking the fuses? Use a voltmeter to check the battery and coils. Also make sure your all your connections are tight.

[silverhorse47]

What is the voltage at the battery? That is the question...
ryonker via
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[Hoges]

Like everyone else thinks, battery condition first check I would be doing. Turn the ignition on and flick on the indicators, steady blink is good, staying on (low battery), headlight on check for brightness and then try the horn as it uses the least power. At least it will give you an idea. Really sounds like a low discharged battery, didn't leave something turned on when you last used it by chance?