Lannyl81

The fuel pump relay on the '97 is not an actual relay; the type with a coil of wire that when power is applied to creates a magnetic field which pulls a metal actuator (the switch) which completes a circuit. The Fuel Cut Relay (as labeled in the Service Manual) is all electronic. This "relay" provides the power for the fuel pump to operate. The ignition module sends a (return/ground) pulse to the coils and also to the Fuel Cut Relay. This is what enables the "relay" to provide the power to the fuel pump. As stated above, the "relay" is a safety feature to shut-off the fuel pump w

Just saw the Black Widow header listing on ebay; anyone happen to have one? Was curious about the installation, finish, fit, issues with side or center stand. And I saw on ebay that someone offered a stainless steel oval slip-on that had dual outlets....but now I am not able to find it. I do not know if Black Widow made it or someone else.....so once again, anyone here happen to know about this slip-on?

I think the 4th Gen should be added; yes it is older still, but is a GREAT bike. Has carbs, which in the six years I have owned my '97 I have had zero problems with. Has the center gear driven cams instead of the end gear driven cams of the 5th Gen. And of course body panels are old and not a lot of replacements out there. I had Jamie (DMR) do the forks and rear shock which made a huge difference in handling. Risers not really a good idea though as the bar ends will hit the windscreen before turning stops are reached. I have had no problems with electricals, still has the original st

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