How can I tell if my charging system is working correctly and how does it work? We just received our M1M over the weekend and are trying to figure this beast...
Hi Bob and Susan, The red light on the left side of your headlight is your charge indicator. Working properly it will glow red when you turn your ignition...
As luck would have it, I started the bike and the red light stayed on. I rand the bike around the block - the light stayed on. I got an email from the PO -...
try to wiggle the ignition switch around, you could have a faulty switch, if not is something else like the voltage regulator. Check allthe connectors first...
Hi again Bob, As Miin Leong said you can start checking connectors, hopefully you won't be in need of any components. Under the front engine cover (two screws)...
I had a similar problem when I got mine last fall. In my case, the only thing I did was change the fuze. I used one of the spares that came with the bike....
Hi all I'm putting my transmission back together but have about .040" play between the output shaft gears- should they have this much fore-and- aft play? What...
Hi, The specs are 0.1 mm to 0.4 mm for the play. The play is adjusted by using the paper gasket. It usually comes in 2 sizes : a thine one and a thick one. ...
Mine is under my seat not far from the voltage regulator. Mine is a 6v M1 though so it maybe different. Michael E. Swope Bridgestone / Firestone Vehicle...
After you check all the connections..........it'll be the rotor winding that has given up the ghost, seen plenty fry. Usually it's the result of a crappy...
Thanks for the info. Is there a way to check the rotor? Any lead on a person to purchase a new alternator from? Thanks Rob ... discharged, ... overloads, ... ...
Hi Rob, An M1M has two slip rings where the brushes make contact. There should be continuity between the slip rings, but, no continuity between either slip...
... I had a rotor failed with an open winding. The winding was loose causing it to vibrate and brake a wire. When I got the new rotor i used some epoxy to stop...
I got to the rotor today and I have no continuity between the slip rings, so I am guessing that the problem is the rotor. Does anyone have a source for one of...
Does anyone know what the oil temp. range is for a M1 SV? What is a safe range? Also, for those who has a temp gauge on their CJ. I curious to know what's...
Hi Fred, Go to Dan's website, in the toolbox section under Orvo Valila's deep sump and pump installation way down near the bottom he mentions oil temps. Chang...
Hi Fred, I use an infared gage and have measured just out of wanting to know. !/2 mile up hill 30+deg 375f, long run(50km)hot day 300F , long run cool day 275F...
Hi George, Thanks for the reply! I already have read it. I was just curious to know if others monitor there oil temperature closely. Also, would like to...
Thanks Michael, I have an infrared gage as well. I'm just curious and would like to establish a baseline. It definitely helps! Fred San Jose, California ... ...
So I want to change the oil, most particularly the transmission since it might have some water in it, and from what I've read I should change the drain plug...
Hi Quincy, The drain bolt gaskets are 14mm. You can buy aluminum crush washers at a Honda shop (and probably a hundred other places). The outboard gear oil...
Hi Quincy, Any local auto parts will have the drain gasket, plastic fiber , aluminum etc. will do. 10W40 is OK but might be alittle thin unless you plan to...
Min, I'm interested in why you do not recommed synthetic oil. There is a site by a former dealer that recommeds them for old 50's BMWs. John D ... aluminum...
I would like to hear thought's on this as well. For the last month I have been reasearching this and stillam not sure. It seems that the oil is good for the...
Okay, a new round of newbie questions. To all who take the time to answer, thank you! I'm sorry I don't know more yet, but hopefully I'll learn pretty quick!...
... 1. It should look the same as cold oil.....only hotter. Chances are you have water in the oil.......change it. 2. Normal......the slower, more deliberate...
Hi, When I find the link I will post it up about synthetic not recommended for older or vintage bikes . The flow charistic is diffrent. In my opinion only>...
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