What was the problem with my Triumph Bonneville?
I figured that one of the main electrical components had failed… coil, wires, plugs, etc. At home, I put the bike up on the jack and removed the seat, tank and side covers. I checked over everything again and could find nothing obviously wrong.
Is the Triumph Bonneville ignition unit set back to default?
The unit has been set back to “default.” I’ve still been having problems starting my Bonneville in colder weather since installing the Procom. In reading through the Triumph Rat forums, I’ve discovered that cold starting is a problem experienced by other Procom users. It also struggles with a rough idle.
Can a bad ignition switch cause a Bonneville to die?
If replacing the battery doesn’t prevent dead battery symptoms, a bad regulator/rectifier can cause problems that seem to be coming from the battery. We’ve also met a few instances where the culprit was a worn ignition switch.
Is there a CDI limiter for the Triumph Bonneville?
I went online and started searching “bonneville ignition control unit” and discovered there were many posts by Triumph owners with similar experiences to mine. After reading through the various options to fix the problem I decided to try the Procom, Programmable Hi-Performance CDI product available from NewBonneville.
What are the most common problems with a Triumph Bonneville?
1 Downshifting Problems 2 Starting Problems 3 Loud Squealing Brake Pads 4 Exhaust Popping On Deceleration 5 Cam Cover Gasket Oil Leak 6 Corrosion Issues
If replacing the battery doesn’t prevent dead battery symptoms, a bad regulator/rectifier can cause problems that seem to be coming from the battery. We’ve also met a few instances where the culprit was a worn ignition switch.
Why are the gaskets on my Triumph Bonneville leaking?
While the gaskets do wear out, hence their routine replacement around 12,000 miles, more often than not, the gasket isn’t actually to blame— it’s the washers used to bolt down the cams that are leaking.
Why does my Triumph Bonneville make a squeaking noise?
If brake rotors are warped, riders can expect to hear sounds that range from a low-pitched squeak to a heavy thumping noise upon applying their breaks. This is usually the situation for bike-owners who don’t keep up with brake pad changes, as worn pads result in the metal to metal contact.