bluetokamak
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Hi guys. I have browsed some of the forums here regarding similar issues and have yet to find a solution.
This engine was put together several weeks ago. All of a sudden I couldn't get it to start after I killed it during a break in a ride. I discovered that I am not getting spark.
I have replaced the spark plug, the magneto, and the cdi. For the new magneto I sanded down the contact areas and removed the white wire. I soldered the magneto leads to the CDI. When testing with an ohm meter, I get a short between engine head and black wire.
To test for spark, I am walking the bike with the plug body on the engine head bolt (paint is worn away), with clutch engaged. The engine turns over. I also have the kill switch disconnected.
Any tips on where to go from here? I feel as if I've replaced everything except the magnet...what's going on here?
Thanks!
This engine was put together several weeks ago. All of a sudden I couldn't get it to start after I killed it during a break in a ride. I discovered that I am not getting spark.
I have replaced the spark plug, the magneto, and the cdi. For the new magneto I sanded down the contact areas and removed the white wire. I soldered the magneto leads to the CDI. When testing with an ohm meter, I get a short between engine head and black wire.
To test for spark, I am walking the bike with the plug body on the engine head bolt (paint is worn away), with clutch engaged. The engine turns over. I also have the kill switch disconnected.
Any tips on where to go from here? I feel as if I've replaced everything except the magnet...what's going on here?
Thanks!
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