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Function of the starter switch spring?
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01 Apr 2018 13:35 #781110
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Function of the starter switch spring? was created by kzsolo
I understand the button return function of the spring. But does it also create a connection between power and ground? Mine was broken so I replaced it with a cylindrical spring instead of the stock conical style. The starter works if I jumper it at the plug connection and the headlight switch at the handlebar pod works. If true, any idea where I can find the stock spring? Many thanks!
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01 Apr 2018 19:54 - 01 Apr 2018 19:56 #781124
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1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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Replied by loudhvx on topic Function of the starter switch spring?
It might help to know what bike.
On most/all KZ's the starter button does NOT connect to ground.
But the horn button is similar, and it does connect to ground.
www.z1enterprises.com/yamaha-xs650-butto...-oem-27010-1009.html
On most/all KZ's the starter button does NOT connect to ground.
But the horn button is similar, and it does connect to ground.
www.z1enterprises.com/yamaha-xs650-butto...-oem-27010-1009.html
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
Other links.
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02 Apr 2018 00:29 - 02 Apr 2018 00:29 #781128
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1981 KZ750 LTD
Replied by Irish Yobbo on topic Function of the starter switch spring?
Some bikes (my 1981 KZ750 included) use what is also used as a horn button as the starter button. And you are correct - the conical spring provides the connection from the base plate of the button to the button itself, and pressing the button closes the circuit.
The spring comes with the button (the same one that loudhvx linked).
The spring comes with the button (the same one that loudhvx linked).
1981 KZ750 LTD
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02 Apr 2018 05:05 #781138
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1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
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Replied by TexasKZ on topic Function of the starter switch spring?
A quick look at the wiring diagram for your year and model should answer the question.
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02 Apr 2018 07:55 #781145
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Replied by kzsolo on topic Function of the starter switch spring?
'78 KZ Twin. You are correct it does not connect to ground, a check on the schematic confirmed that. Thanks for the link, it is exactly what I was looking for.
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