How does the safety system work on a virago?
As circuit diagrams in the manuals will show you, these circuits vary somewhat between the ’81-’83 models and the ’84-up on models. But in both cases the TCI also needs a separate power input which comes in from the battery, and goes out to ground through what I will call the “safety system”.
How many volts does a virago ignition system use?
When ignition problems arise, before you tackle your ignition system proper, be sure your “safety system” is working properly and: Your battery is hot. (“Hot” is approximately 12.6 volts) We’ll now get into the ignition system itself. The outline simple enough. You start inside the left engine side cover, where two
Where can I find specifications for a virago?
The following specifications were assembled as a courtesy to our fellow Virago riders. If you have others to offer, please email us or post in the forums. Thanks!
What happens when current is cut in a virago?
C. Current running through windings of wire is what turns a coil into an electromagnet with a magnetic field. When this current is first introduced, a magnetic field radiates out (builds up) around the coil. When the current is cut, the magnetic field collapses (goes away).
How many wires are in a virago 81 harness?
Only thing was, when I took the diode assembly off the 81 harness, it only had 6 wires, and a different plug, so it was useless. I just wondered if anybody else had ever seen that, since these are the only wiring diagrams I have seen floating around.
When did the viragotech wiring diagram come out?
Just keeping them out of the general publics eyes and for enthusiasts only. pursang Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2007 1:33 am Post subject Wiring Diagrams. 81-83 XV 750 & 83 XV 920. One of those wiring diagrams in the top part of the tech article was created by me.
What kind of starter system does a virago have?
Note also that later Viragos (all XV 1000’s and 1100’s, and XV700’s and 750’s from ’86 on) have a redesigned starter system with a longer gear shaft sticking into the engine. So for all ’81-’83 750’s, and 920’s, and for ’84/85′ 700’s, be sure you are ordering a short shaft starter, whether it be two or four brush..
What was the problem with my viragotech 83?
The problem came on my 83, when I smoked the diode on that circuit, and said to myself, “Self, that isn’t a big obstacle, as I have a wiring harness from an 81 sitting on the bench.” Only thing was, when I took the diode assembly off the 81 harness, it only had 6 wires, and a different plug, so it was useless.