If you're like most motorcycle riders, you probably don't give much thought to how the ignition system on your bike works. But if you ever find yourself in a situation where your bike won't start, it's good to know a little bit about how the system works and what you can do to troubleshoot it.
The basic principle behind an ignition system is that it uses a spark to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the engine's cylinders. The spark is generated by an ignition coil, which is powered by a battery. The coil transforms the battery's low voltage into a high-voltage pulse that is sent to the spark plug.
When everything is working properly, the spark plug will fire and ignite the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder. The result is power that propels your motorcycle down the road.
There are several things that can prevent your motorcycle from starting, including a dead battery, bad spark plugs, or even something as simple as loose wiring. If you find yourself in this situation, there are a few things you can try to get your bike started again:
1) Check the Battery: First things first - if your bike won't start, make sure that the battery has enough charge. If it's been awhile since you rode your bike or if it hasn't been ridden in cold weather recently, it's possible that the battery has simply lost its charge and needs to be recharged. To test this, use a voltmeter to check the voltage of the battery - it should be at least 12 volts for most bikes (Consult your owner's manual for specific numbers). If it's below 12 volts, try charging it with a trickle charger or jump starting it from another vehicle with jumper cables.
2) Check for Loose Wiring: Another common reason why motorcycles won't start is because of loose wiring somewhere in the ignition system. This can happen if you hit a bump while riding or if your bike was jostled around while being transported on a trailer or truck bed. To check for loose wiring, start by inspecting all of the wires leading from the battery to the coils and Spark plugs . Make sure they're all securely connected and not frayed or broken anywhere . You may also want to check any fuses in line between these components as well . Replacing any blown fuses should fix any issues caused by them .
3) Check/Replace Spark Pl