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Broken Bike -- Need help


newrider123

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Howdy all,

Just bought my first motorcycle as a project, have been working on it for a while, but I am at a loss. The entire bike doesn't get any power and I can't figure out why. I've been told it's the main fuse but I cannot find the main fuse box on my bike. It is a 1981 Yamaha Virago XV750. Any and all help is greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks, Mike

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On older bikes, the contacts in the fuse box can corrode (won't always be visible), causing the fuse to heat up and pop/fail often. Clean or replace the fuse box if this happens. Carry spare fuses.

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(Nice looking bike. For some reason I like the look of drum brakes. ^_^)

Corrosion at any point can cause power problems. Even battery cables can corrode inside. Have you tracing the wires with resistance or continuity checks? Maybe test things like the starter separately? Could have a short even.

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