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Why does my Harley shut off while riding?
Low fuel or a faulty battery are the main reasons a bike will shut off while riding. But it could be a few other reasons as well, all of which are linked to either fuel or electrical issues.
Why would a motorcycle died while riding?
There are several reasons why a motorcycle battery drains while riding including a bad battery terminal connection, corroded battery terminals, a bad stator, a bad rectifier/regulator, too many electrical add-ons, too old of a battery, and if you have a newer motorcycle, an automatic shut-off will happen if the battery …
What does Harley System relay do?
Yes the system relay gives power to the fuel pump and the injectors. The ECM triggers the injectors by grounding them and activates the system relay by grounding it also.
How do you test a Harley ignition switch?
Remove the dash and turn it upside down and take a look at the switch . Is the harness plugged into the switch? it’s a 3 wire connector . Test for voltage at the red wire , it should read battery volts .
Why did my bike suddenly stop?
It can be because of condensation, leakage in the fuel tank and contaminated fuel (if your engine stopped running after you just tanked, then it’s probably the cause). If your bike is the older kind, i.e., carburetor, then rock your bike sideways, making sure the fuel swooshes from side to side.
What happens if you ride a motorcycle with the choke on?
What happens if you do ride with the choke on? If you ride with the choke on, it will make your motorcycle run very poorly and not start quickly. The problem is that gas can’t enter the engine as freely because of how tight or restricted the air intake becomes when the throttle is cut off during a cold start-up.
What are the signs of a bad stator?
The most obvious symptoms of a bad motorcycle stator include no spark, weak spark, or intermittent spark (also known as misfiring). Hard starts and a poorly running engine can also be clues that your stator needs to be rebuilt or replaced.
How do you check a relay to see if it’s bad?
The only tool required to check a relay is a multimeter. With the relay removed from the fuse box, the multimeter set to measure DC voltage and the switch in the cab activated, first check to see if there are 12 volts at the 85 position in the fuse box where the relay plugs in (or wherever the relay is located).
What is P&A fuse on Harley?
P&A stands for “parts and accessories”. Heated grips, heated seats, air ride seats etc. go on that circuit.
Why is my kick start not working?
If your motorcycle is not starting with kick start and the electric starter is not working as well, then most likely, your battery is dead. Other possible causes for problems in kick-starting could be faulty spark plugs or issues in kick start linkages. You need to get your motorcycle checked up by your mechanic.