Hi,
I had a bit of trouble with a blown main fuse the other day - so I replaced it, retaped some of the connectors that I could find that had some of the bullet showing/touching metal, and thought it was fine.. I figured it was just shorting a little.
I am able to ride the bike without any trouble, but every now and then, after riding it a little, the main fuse blows. I checked the areas that I taped, and it seems fine still.
When I replace it, I can get the bike started no problem, but as soon as I hit the brakes - pedal or lever, when stationary in neutral - the neutral indicator light dims. If I rev it for a bit, or hit the brakes while revving it, the light doesnt dim as much the next time.
Is this a charging system problem? I have automotive plug wires on there, with standard automotive boots. I was told by a mechanic that I needed to use MC boots, because the bike needs a certain amount of resistance in the system to work properly. He said 5K ohms, but when I test from boot 1 to 4, it says 12K - so I figured I was safe. Am I damaging the charging system without knowing it?
The power across the battery is good - as is the power from either side of the fuse holder to frame. Its not a power problem that I can tell. I checked everything in the bucket, and all the connectors are good..no wires showing, no obvious corrosion.
Help please! I don't want to get stuck somewhere without any options..I've been lucky enough so far, but don't want it to run out.
Thanks.