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Old 12-10-2009, 01:36 AM   #58 (permalink)
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So, I went downstairs and installed the ignition switch that I rebuilt/rekeyed, made sure the coil and all was wired up properly, and attempted to kick start the bike.

20 minutes of ether, choke, WOT combinations, not even so much as a pop. I'm going to have to get a battery to use on it so I can crank without getting exhausted, and do a compression check and such to make sure that everything is in Tip-Top shape.

If it turns out there's a problem w/ the engine, I'll likely swap it for the CB125 motor I have, which is still comparable in low-end torque, but has 5 gears instead of 4, and will basically bolt-up to my frame without modification. (Not entirely true, I'd need to swap harnesses and all..)
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