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IGNITION SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
Check:
1. spark plug
2. ignition spark gap
3. spark plug cap resistance
4. ignition coil resistance
5. main switch
7. wiring connections (of the entire ignition
system)
TIP
• Before troubleshooting, remove the following
part(s):
1. seat
2. front fender
3. fuel tank
• Troubleshoot
with
the
following
special
tool(s).
YES
NO
The ignition system fails to operate (no
spark or intermittent spark).
1. Spark plug
• Check the condition of the spark plug.
• Check the spark plug type.
• Measure the spark plug gap.
Refer to “CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG”
in chapter 3.
Standard spark plug
CR7HSA (NGK)
Spark plug gap
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
• Is the spark plug in good condition, is it of
the correct type, and is its gap within spec-
ification?
Re-gap or replace
the spark plug.
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