Fuse Problems

[agreen33]

So i am new to the motorcycle world and i just picked up a 81 XS 400 Special 2, about 2 months ago. I am currently having problems with the fuse box and dont know where to start. the bike runs fine sometimes and then others it will just lose power randomly, and i have to fiddle with the fuse box to hear a clicking sound till power returns. It hasent been much of a problem recently as i only loose power once of every three times i take it out. but now however the bike looses power everytime i take it off the kickstand. I am wondering if i should replace the fuse box or just clean it. I dont know how to do either of these things any info would be a great help.

Cheers boys

 

[Greasey Fingers]

Do a forum search plenty of threads on fuse box's, you will find everything you need to know. I personally would swap out the old fuse box with a new 'blade' type set up, using a box such as this: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-Way-Mi...46?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2a1badda92

All you need is some very basic soldering skills.

 

[Yamaguy55]

These are also available at most good auto parts stores. They come in different sizes.

 

[XSLeo]

Those old round glass fuses were crap when new, they haven't gotten any better.
Replace them with the new blade type fuses. Either individual inline holders or a fuse box.
Leo