Ok, so I'm at work and I'm in an artistic mood so I made a drawing just for you. This is how you test for spark. It is IMPERATIVE that the threads of the spark plug be GROUNDED on some metal part of your bike. This means that with the ignition "ON", have a helper press "RUN" on the handlebars, and hold "START" while you hold the threads of the plug against the engine fins. If the plug is not grounded, it will not spark. Once again, if you leave the plug holes open, watch your face because lots of air will come blasting out while you do this, or use a spare plug and leave the originals in like Gas said. Watch closely, the spark can be hard to see if its bright, turning the lights down will help.
If you really have no spark, check to make sure you have 12v at the coil when run is pressed. If you do, it could be a bad coil. If you don't, the next thing I would try is open the timing cover and make sure you have 12v to the timing pickup, when the igniition is on and the run button is pressed. If you don't, you can check your EHC, towards the left side you will have a little light that comes on when you press the "run" button. If you do have 12v at the timing pickup, chances are it's fried. I've burned 2 since I had my bike. Once all those things are checked and verified, I'd start looking at the EHC.
The lil guy to the left was my reaction on the way home!Im not real sure what the actual settings should be any help would be great!Wishn my tire was gettin slicker thnx for the input
The lil guy to the left is my spare time occupation since I'm still gazing at my BigDog sitting in its 8x12 Cell.......Guys I appreciate all of your input on my last thread BigWrist need more twist.My Mastiff seems to have fire and enough gas spurting/flowing as I squeeze the throttle but still no RUMBLE of that sweet sound.....I have checked the carb for trash,dirt etc..The ignition system seems to be firing but the low mileage machine still dosent even attempt to run...Outside of being disgusted by missing out on some prime wweather in NC..I just miss the rumbling sound only a true art form can create in the high end of RPM's..I'm guessing Im going to have to loader up and search for a compitent mechanic to return my pup from the FLATLINE ERa..Very baffled though the bikes in excellent shape with a mere 2500miles.Im positive it has to be a simple problem...But baldspot and bloodpressure are increasing..If any of you guys have any other suggestions other than the 1s already given feel free to let me know..To those who have already made suggestions and comments THANK YOU!!Just ready to ride and feel the thunder from down under.
