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1986 Kawasaki Vulcan750 problem
Posted: Mon Aug 26, 2013 5:01 am
by par4sure
When riding for awhile, if I stop somewhere and shut off the bike, it doesn't want to start. after trying to start the bike for a few minutes the battery(brand new) dies completely.
If I jump start the bike, it will start right up, but after running a few minutes the bike dies again and the battery is drained. Any ideas? Thank you!
Re: 1986 Kawasaki Vulcan750 problem
Posted: Mon Aug 26, 2013 5:11 am
by Gummiente
It sounds like your regulator/rectifier is fried, which means you have nothing charging the battery when the motor is running. best take it to a bike shop for a new one, but be aware it'll be expensive.
Re: 1986 Kawasaki Vulcan750 problem
Posted: Mon Aug 26, 2013 5:18 am
by par4sure
Thank you for the response, I will take your advice and have that checked.
Thanks again!!
Re: 1986 Kawasaki Vulcan750 problem
Posted: Mon Aug 26, 2013 5:21 am
by Gummiente
No problem. In the mean time, you can still ride the bike short distances if you get a motorcycle battery charger to keep the battery topped up when you're not riding it. But don't do that for too long or you'll toast the battery.