Is there a problem with my Sportster 1200 XLH?
Before I go out and buy parts I think I need, maybe somebody can jump in and pinpoint the problem. 1995 Sportster 1200 XLH. Ride it daily to work. Last Friday I shut the motor off with the stop switch and then turned the ignition key off.
Why does my Harley Davidson have no power?
Last Friday I shut the motor off with the stop switch and then turned the ignition key off. I re-set the stop switch to On. 1 minute later, I turned the ignition switch to ignition and noticed I had no power to my headlights and instrument lights.
What should I do if there is no power to the ignition?
1) Battery is good. 2) Battery cables and connections are good. 3) Stop or kill switch was taken apart and tested. 4) Circuit breakers for ignition, instruments, lights, accessories, and main breaker were tested for continuity. 5) Continuity of wires from ignition switch to main breaker were tested.
Before I go out and buy parts I think I need, maybe somebody can jump in and pinpoint the problem. 1995 Sportster 1200 XLH. Ride it daily to work. Last Friday I shut the motor off with the stop switch and then turned the ignition key off.
Why is my Harley Davidson Sportster not igniting?
One of the most common sources of electrical problems is the battery. Test the battery’s state of charge and current capacity by reading Step 2 of the article Electrical Diagnostic Guide. If no spark is present at the end of the spark plug wire, the air/fuel mixture cannot ignite.
How to check spark plugs on Harley Davidson Sportster?
Insert a spark tester into the wire and attach the tester to ground. Remove the fuel pump fuse. Refer to the article Fuse Box Information for fuse locations. Crank the engine and watch for spark. If spark is consistently present, the problem most likely lies with the spark plugs and you should continue to Step 2.
Last Friday I shut the motor off with the stop switch and then turned the ignition key off. I re-set the stop switch to On. 1 minute later, I turned the ignition switch to ignition and noticed I had no power to my headlights and instrument lights.
One of the most common sources of electrical problems is the battery. Test the battery’s state of charge and current capacity by reading Step 2 of the article Electrical Diagnostic Guide. If no spark is present at the end of the spark plug wire, the air/fuel mixture cannot ignite.
What happens to the battery on a Polaris Sportsman 500?
No Electrical Power when Key is turned. New Battery | Polaris ATV Forum No Electrical Power when Key is turned. New Battery I recently had a battery die on my 2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO.
How to test the power of a Harley Davidson Sportster?
To test your module’s power and grounds: Find the wiring diagram for your year’s Sportster in a service manual, or from your local Harley dealership. Locate the power and ground wires. Measure the power wire’s voltage. Set your meter to read DC volts.
Insert a spark tester into the wire and attach the tester to ground. Remove the fuel pump fuse. Refer to the article Fuse Box Information for fuse locations. Crank the engine and watch for spark. If spark is consistently present, the problem most likely lies with the spark plugs and you should continue to Step 2.
How to fix my Softail and Dyna Sportster?
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What kind of motor does a Softail Sportster have?
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What causes a Harley Davidson to lose all power?
This can be caused by a loose neck or loose spokes (models w/spoke rims). Check your neck and tighten if nessacary. Also, can be caused by a bad wheel bearing. My first thought would be to load test the battery. 10v is low and if it he only gets a clicking when trying to start, that’s one sign of a bad battery.
Softail & Dyna Sportster Everyday Hog How-To Fix My Hog Projects M8 Cam Upgrade Cam Chain Tensioner Shoe Cam Gear Drive Conversion Carburetor Rebuild Electrical Systems Handlebars 101 Harley 5 Speed Transmission Project
Softail & Dyna – Twin Cam, Evo Sportster – 1986-Present Beyond Basic Maintenance Touring Softail & Dyna Sportster FMH LIVE FMH Gold Member Events Video Index TOC COL2 Style and Performance Upgrades Milwaukee Eight Touring
Can a bad throttle position sensor cause idle surging?
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges. 3) Check Engine Light