While holding a spark plug with its base firmly against the engine, push the electric starter button. If the ignition system is operating properly, a blue spark should jump across the spark plug gap.
Retry the above procedure with the cleaned spark plug or new one.
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Avoid performing this check if you are not familiar with this procedure, or if you have a heart condition or wear a pacemaker. Keep the spark plug away from the spark plug hole during this test. |
Complaint
: engine stalls
Refer to the "instrument panel:' section for fuel injection system indicator explanation.
The correct idle speed is 1050- 1250 r/min.
Ignition coil inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Ignition coil primary peak voltage
Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect all ignition coil. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug
removal and installation” .
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Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Rear suspension components” “rear suspension assembly
construction”
Special tool
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Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide is provided
to help you find the cause of
some common complaints.
Caution
Failure to troubleshoot a problem
correctly can damage your
motorcycle. Improper repairs
or adjustments may damage
the motorcycle instead of fixing
it. Such damage may ...