The switch performs this magic by way of the starter relay on the right side
of the bike down by the battery. It's a simple normally open switch that
closes when you pull in the handle. Very easy to diagnose.

-Kyle


On Sun, Jun 13, 2010 at 7:34 AM, <[email protected]> wrote:

>  I thought the switch prevented you from starting in gear w/o the clutch
> engaged
>
>
> Jun 13, 2010 05:22:29 AM, [email protected] wrote:
>
> The switch is just what allows the starter relay to kick over without
> moving the bike. If that switch is bad he's either shorting the two wires
> together or some other shenanigans to get it started. Very very simple
> switch to troubleshoot though, if it's not missing that is.
>
> -Kyle
>
>
> On Sun, Jun 13, 2010 at 6:01 AM, <[email protected]> wrote:
>
>>  *It looks clean & complete from the photos  -
>>
>> BUT  -  The guy claims it needs a Stator (runs, but drains battery
>> quickly)
>>
>> ALSO -  Needs electric clutch switch? (doesn't disengage when clutch is
>> pulled in)
>>
>> I don't know about this guy's troubleshooting skills.  Isn't a Stator a
>> pretty serious part for a bike with 14k miles?
>>
>> It's a hydraulic clutch.  I thought the switch was to allow you start the
>> engine in gear.
>>
>> I'd love to upgrade from my  83'  550.  Mine doesn't look anything like an
>> original.
>>
>> This sounds suspicious to me.  Hope to look at it on monday.
>>
>> Bernie- Red Lion Pa.
>> *
>>
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