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No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 10:49
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I put new coils on new points and condenser but I'm still not getting spark to the plugs not sure what else it could be need all the help I can get thank you
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 12:26 - 06 Mar 2017 12:27
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It would be very helpful if you would add the year and exact model of your motorcycle to your signature line. There are MANY KZ models, and they do not all have the same ignition systems. Ed
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 17:21
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It is a 1980 kz440-d ltd
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 17:26
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Make sure your kill switch is in the "RUN" position and that it is working properly. Ed
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 17:46
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The Jill switch is working I checked it today
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 17:50
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Make sure there are no broken wiring or wiring connections in the ignition circuits. Also, ensure that the points and points cam are set properly and that all the little insulators associated with the points are in the correct positions. Did you use the Kawasaki Servioce Manual when installing and adjusting the points? Ed
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 17:57
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I did not use a service manual do to not having one I know the piece behind the points is all rusty and the springs don't move.
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 18:00
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Hello and welcome

Some service manual is very helpful

www.manualslib.com/download/1004585/Kawasaki-Kz440.html



Where are you from ???, and yes we love BIKE PIC´S !!!
add some information to your signature, this will help us and you too.

Michael
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www.kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/605133...ears-deep-sleep-mode

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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 18:17
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I am from northeast Ohio what kind of info should be in my signature?
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Re: No spark at coils

06 Mar 2017 18:22
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Nkd288 wrote: I am from northeast Ohio what kind of info should be in my signature?

the year and exact model of your motorcycle
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Re: No spark at coils

07 Mar 2017 09:32
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How do I go about removing the timing advancer
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Re: No spark at coils

07 Mar 2017 11:55
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If you are going to perform your own maintenance on your bike you really need to get a Kawasaki Service Manual. Please believe me when I say they are worth their weight in gold. In the mean time, you may find quite a bit of useful information at the link below. Ed

www.kz400.com/WorkshopManFrameset-5.html
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