Classic Motorcycle Electrical Systems Repair Manual

Using easy-to-understand text and illustrations, this book provides a complete practical guide to restoring a classic motorcycle. Aimed at owners of Japanese, Italian and British classic bikes, the book features advice on what to look for when buying a bike; tips on how to overhaul and repair components which commonly give trouble; colour step-by-step photograph sequences; safety hints and tips; and details of the various fasteners used on bikes.

Even the most hands-on of classic bike enthusiasts will often shy away from working on their bike's electrical system, believing they have neither the skill nor the knowledge for such work. Dr James Smith explains in Classic Motorcycle Electrics Manual that this need not be the case. Starting with basic electrical theory, the book demonstrates a wealth of electrical tips and techniques, providing a progressive and detailed guide to tasks ranging from simple repairs and upgrades, through to completely rewiring a classic motorcycle. Illustrated profusely with full-colour photographs and easy-to-follow wiring diagrams, this book will be an invaluable resource for all classic bike owners and restorers. The book covers: basic electrical theory; correct usage of a multimeter; comprehensive fault-finding techniques; making good electrical connections; fuses and circuit protection; dynamo and alternator charging systems; correct battery selection and maintenance; improving lighting and installing LEDs; selecting the right spark plug, and much more. Fully illustrated with 420 colour photographs and 167 CAD easy-to-follow wiring diagrams, this is an essential reference work for all classic bike owners.

DIVIn How to Troubleshoot, Repair, and Modify Motorcycle Electrical Systems, motorcycle expert Tracy Martin provides crystal-clear, fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions for every electrical repair imaginable on a bike. /div

by Dave Pollard Many DIY enthusiasts, happy to do quite complex repair or restoration work on their classic cars, shudder at the prospect of tackling anything to do with the electrics. This book is for them. It is a clearly written, well-illustrated practical guide to electrical systems, covering everything from safety, basic principles, and tools and techniques, to actual projects such as stripping down a typical generator, fitting gauges, or adding a security alarm. A good introduction to the principles Classics Clear and easy to follow Mini Magazine

(3rd Edition) Motorcycle electrical systems made easy: • All motorcycle electrical equipment fully explained • Clearly captioned step-by-step pictures show precisely how to perform many tasks • Aimed at anyone from the professional mechanic to the home DIYer to the Motorcycle • Engineering student • Over 600 illustrations • Ignition and combustion explained • Spark plug types and construction • Ignition: Magnetos, coil and battery, CDI, transistor and digital • Fuel injection and engine management • Alternators, DC generators and starters • Batteries • Lighting and signaling • Braking and traction control systems • Electrical fault finding • Practical testing and test equipment

Motorcycle electrical systems made easy: -- All motorcycle electrical equipment fully explained --Clearly captioned step-by-step pictures show precisely how to perform many tasks --Aimed at anyone from the professional mechanic to the home DIYer to the Motorcycle engineering student --Over 600 illustrations --Ignition and combustion explained --Spark plug types and construction --Ignition: Magnetos, coil and battery, CDI, transistor and digital --Fuel injection and engine management --Alternators, DC generators and starters --Batteries --Lighting and signaling --Braking and traction control systems --Electrical fault finding --Practical testing and test equipment