Starter 75 Z1 900

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Starter 75 Z1 900

18 Jun 2010 05:18

Is there a common problem with 75 Z1 as far as starter not working with handle bar switch, yet can be "hot-wired" and will work fine? I.E. is there a common problem with a starter relay? or does Neutral saftey switch go bad often? Neutral light shows up on panel as green when hot wired, bike starts and runs when hot wired....maybe handlebar switch is the problem ?.
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Have 1975 Kawasaki Z1-B & 2003 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic
Had Hondas, Harleys and many ,many Z Series Kaws both Std. & LTD's

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Re: Starter 75 Z1 900

18 Jun 2010 05:20

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test leads to switch if power then switch bad

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Re: Starter 75 Z1 900

18 Jun 2010 08:25

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Open up the right handlebar switchpod. Look for dirty contacts/broken wires/broken soldering.

If the contacts are dirty spray them with electrical contact cleaner and work them (push off and on several times)DO NOT USE WD-40! as it will form a non conductive film later on.

Look inside the headlight housing as a majority of electrical connectors are there.

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