Guest thepeachroom Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Hi all I'm new to the forum and this is my first post. Last week I managed to pick up a 1985 VF500F2 that hasn't been used for a good few years and needs a little work to get it back on the road. I've decided to go for a full nut and bolt rebuild but just want to check everything works before I start taking it to bits. I spent the weekend looking at the wiring loom and soldering/mending broken wires and connections that require some attention due to age. I can start the bike but only if I pull the clutch lever in. I have a small black wire that runs down the side of the right crank case cover that is disconnected from somewhere and I'm wondering if this has something to do with having to pull the clutch in to start. If anyone has any ideas or advice it would be greatly appreciated. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 The other end of that wire goes to a neutral switch. Look for a wire covered in green braid under the front sprocket cover. It is likely covered in goop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Thanks Sebspeed, I'll have a look after work and let you know how I get on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Tried touching the wire onto the neutral switch and it works! Thanks Sebspeed. It seems that the connector on the wire is missing to keep it connected to the neutral switch. Is this part available anywhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Yes, just replace the factory connectors with any generic bullet style connectors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer InvisibleCities Posted October 7, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted October 7, 2013 If I could add, if looking to match OEM connectors - a great source is Del @ Vintage Connections. link: http://www.vintageconnections.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted October 7, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted October 7, 2013 If I could add, if looking to match OEM connectors - a great source is Del @ Vintage Connections. link: http://www.vintageconnections.com Great site ......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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