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Thanks, I think you may be correct about the battery. Batteries are pretty cheap, so I will start with a new one. Even if it is the stator or rectifier, it would be a good idea to start with a new battery.

Greg O

I really appreciate everyones imput here. I am learning a little more as I go. I put the voltage tester on the battery and was reading 12.5 volts while running fast idle, 2000 to 3000 rpms. I realize this is low. From my automotive experiance it should be 13.5 to 14 volts. I assume it should be abou...

OK, I have just learned more by fooling around. I turned the idle down lower to a slower speed. With the headlamp on high beam, I put the turn signal on and the engine stalls. So the question is, is the alternater not putting out at low speed? Is it the battery? This is where I will start looking. T...

I agree, it doesn't sound like the switch in the clutch but it never hurts to check that. The only thing that bothers me is that it only stalls when the clutch is pulled or released. But the switch in the clutch lever should only open and close the starting circuit, but maybe it is shorting out cau...

Thanks for the quick reply, After I thought about it I remembered why there is a switch in the clutch lever, but doesn't that just control the starting circuit from energizing the starter without pulling the clutch? How would that affect the ignition? I guess I need to get a wiring drawing. Thanks, ...

I did not realize the clutch lever has a kill switch. What is the purpose of this switch?

Greg O

My son just bought his first motorcyle, a 1996 Suzuki Intruder 1400. While riding it home I noticed it would sometimes stall when I pulled the clutch in (disengage), and sometimes when engaging the clutch. It even did it while sitting still once, but usually while pulling up to a stop. I believe the...

My 23 year old son just bought his first bike, and therefore needs to get his Motorcycle liscense from the state of Michigan. I have been looking but cannot find a diagram of the course with dimensions for the skills test that is required. It seems like the state is trying to keep all this a big sec...

I own a 1979 Suzuki GS 750L that is in great condition. But the stepped seat is very uncomfortable and is beginning to crack and needs to be repaired or replaced. The pan is in great condition as the bike has always been stored inside. I would like to find a shop that can rebuild this seat in a way ...

Has anyone had any dealings with Motorcyclecarbs com? I order some gaskets over 4 weeks ago for my Suzuki and still have not recieved them. I was told they were back ordered. OK, but over 4 weeks for Mikuni carbs?
Greg O.