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Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by korki_44, Apr 2, 2005.

  1. korki_44

    korki_44 New Member

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    My father in law has a 1983 Sportster 1000, its been sitting for about 6 years properly stored.
    We tried to fire it up...we have power to the ignition and to the starter but she doesn't make fire. we are not electrical guys...we need help!
    Also the highbeam and taillight work but the oil light does not come on with the ignition???

    Hit me back korki_44@hotmail.com
    korki_44, Apr 2, 2005
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    wmiconi New Member

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    check these

    Fuses maybe, but is the bike properly grounded?
    wmiconi, Apr 3, 2005
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  4. korki_44

    korki_44 New Member

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    thanks

    We took your advice and started looking around
    found a short in the electrical system and she Took Right Off!!

    Thanks for the help...You da man!

    Korki_44
    korki_44, Apr 3, 2005
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