No start

[mralex714]

I got my bike back from the shop and rode home. When I picked it up the aftermarket radio didn't work. Once I got home I tried to run down the problem with no success. While trying to get the radio going I noticed that the emergency flasher also didn't work. I changed the fuses with no luck. After I changed those fuses the bike wouldn't start. I turned on the key no fuel pump click, push the start button and no starter crank, kill switch is in correct position. Any ideas on what my problem might be?

[XV1100SE]

What work did the shop do ?

Why did you take it in? Were there symptoms of problems?

Have you been having any electrical problems?

[utadventure]

Do you still have the original fuse block in your '86? Check the power voltage on both sides of the fuses at the wires, not the holders. The holders weaken and break over time and you may not be getting full power through the block.

 

Dave

[Prairiehammer]

Do you still have the original fuse block in your '86? Check the power voltage on both sides of the fuses at the wires, not the holders. The holders weaken and break over time and you may not be getting full power through the block.

 

Dave

 

My first thought. You changed fuses and then stuff happened.

 

Also check the kick stand switch.

[mralex714]

Do you still have the original fuse block in your '86? Check the power voltage on both sides of the fuses at the wires, not the holders. The holders weaken and break over time and you may not be getting full power through the block.

 

Dave

 

Fuse block has been updated.

[utadventure]

Fuse block has been updated.

 

I'm glad you have the upgraded fuse block. This is still the diagnostic point I would start at. If power is not getting to or through the block, you've narrowed the search area. If it is, then you can start to trace it out.

[Flyinfool]

You have to start at the beginning.

What is the battery voltage with the ignition off?

Battery voltage with ignition on?

[mralex714]

You have to start at the beginning.

What is the battery voltage with the ignition off?

Battery voltage with ignition on?

 

Voltage is 12.6 with the key off, the stator is new and the bike started prior to changing those fuses. Everything comes on all the lights work, the horn blows.

[Marcarl]

Check to make sure the ground wire is properly hooked at the battery, that the wire is crimped tight and that is is clean and tight on the engine, right by the water pump.

[mralex714]

Wire to the ignition fuse pulled loose. I repaired this and got the bike started. I figured out the problem with the radio. The hot wire that keeps setting has no power. I'm guessing this the common problem with the hazard flasher any thoughts. Started getting cold so I quit for the day

[mralex714]

Wire to the ignition fuse pulled loose. I repaired this and got the bike started. I figured out the problem with the radio. The hot wire that keeps setting has no power. I'm guessing this the common problem with the hazard flasher any thoughts. Started getting cold so I quit for the day

 

Anyone?

[utadventure]

Have you checked the other fuses? There is a second set of fuses tucked up behind the battery. The constant power for the audio system may go through it.

[SpencerPJ]

Did you bump the kill switch, been there, done that.:whistling:

[mralex714]

Have you checked the other fuses? There is a second set of fuses tucked up behind the battery. The constant power for the audio system may go through it.

 

I checked those fuses and they were good, also there is power at the fuse block.

[jasonm.]

something for the future...I see you replaced the fuse block. Many of us have done this, good. but i soldered the wires at the block and sealed with RTV silicone. RTV acts as a strain relief and sealer from corrosion. Simply sounds like you service guy did not check his work. You will need a VOM to check what's connected or not connected. Ask yourself, what area did the service guy have his hands into the bike ?