Mannix
Mannix
Hey guys been here for a year, but still in the newbie range (I'm wrenchy but could use suggestions for a book that breaks down motorcycle mechanics and maintenance?).
My '83 XS400 has a few issues I need to look into, but most pressing right now is electrical. I've recently noticed that the brake lights don't fire. Also, on my left turn signal only the front light goes on and it doesn't blink. Then, occasionally, and less recently, the headlight will cut out and I'll have to turn her off and re-start to get power back. I changed the battery last year and noticed some odd power fluctuations, but these new problems are fairly recent. I checked all the bulbs and fuses and except for one coil they are all still good. I'm not really sure where to start. I'm happy to open her up and start tracking paths of wires but figured I'd see what the XS400 Genius Bar could offer
My '83 XS400 has a few issues I need to look into, but most pressing right now is electrical. I've recently noticed that the brake lights don't fire. Also, on my left turn signal only the front light goes on and it doesn't blink. Then, occasionally, and less recently, the headlight will cut out and I'll have to turn her off and re-start to get power back. I changed the battery last year and noticed some odd power fluctuations, but these new problems are fairly recent. I checked all the bulbs and fuses and except for one coil they are all still good. I'm not really sure where to start. I'm happy to open her up and start tracking paths of wires but figured I'd see what the XS400 Genius Bar could offer