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How Do I Troubleshoot a Motorcycle Ignitor Box?

A powerful motorbike provides speed and thrills, but you are unlikely to get far if the starting system--the thing that gets you off the starting blocks--is malfunctioning. There are several aspects to the starting process, but to ensure the ignition process works as it should it is vital to ensure the ignitor box, and all mechanisms that directly interact with it, are in working order.

Instructions

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  Check the structural integrity of the ignitor box, a black box with several wires and coils in close attendance. This box sends out a spark after a magnet on the flywheel of the motorcycle passes the trigger unit. Any damage to the box could be stopping it from carrying out this vial part of the ignition process.
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  Listen for the ignition box to make a squealing sound while the power is on. This is indicative of the high power voltage being produced. If the box is producing no such sound, then it suggests a problem at the heart of the ignitor box.
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  Make sure the wiring and cables around the ignitor box are not frayed or damaged. Also, ensure that they are securely in place and not loose or disconnected. A single faulty wire or cable could cause your bike to fail to start.
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  Make sure the battery has sufficient charge. Some ignitor boxes are powered from the battery, so a flat battery will mean your box will not fulfill its job. If your starter motor, lights, and ignition system are all failing to work, then you must charge your battery. Replace the battery if it is faulty.
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  Ensure the trigger coil is not damaged. This is the mechanism that directly interacts with the ignitor box, telling it when to send out a spark. Replace a broken or disconnected coil.

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