TWO Bad Horns?! - Diagnosing Electrical Components

[@decolvin1]

Electrical issues are always a pain. I recently finally resolved all the electrical issues on my 1982 GL500I restomod project. It's finally making some progress. Hope to see ya at the next DGR!

[@marcusscott9800]

Thanks again Cody for the step by step walk through of chasing down electrical gremlins. I appreciate you!

[@TheMotorcycleMD]

Thanks Marcus!

[@johnboudreau6810]

You show how to do things straightforward , these other sites do not . They just show enough to get you in trouble . Keep up the good work !! I am from Nova Scotia , Canada >

[@TheMotorcycleMD]

Glad you enjoy John! Nothing is perfect, I like showing all aspects of that truth!

[@maakatipa4613]

Thanks mate, Just picked up a 2000 intruder 800 and the horn is the only electrical thing not working ! So now i feel way more confident in checking it out myself !

[@jameshill508]

Great video, it's given me some good pointers for when I get round to fault finding the non working horn on my CB400A. After I've refitted the engine, the exhaust system, a new front brake light switch and got her starting properly. That's all before Monday, there's a list of stuff, and it keeps getting longer.

[@jefftaylor947]

I truly appreciate your efforts on bringing quality videos. I purchased a 99 Honda Magna a couple of months ago, and your videos have already been used more than once, even just basic troubleshooting and maintenance. Many thanks!! *Edit - I also plan on purchasing the carb teardown/rebuild tutorial on your website when I rejet and shim. I've been told that Magnas came lean from the factory. And the previous owner removed the baffles from the stock exhaust (sorry neighbors).

[@TheMotorcycleMD]

Thanks for stopping by Jeff! I spent days on that course, I think it will be a big help!

[@jeffb.4676]

Great job, you may have had both problems horns AND switch contact ... it happens many times on old bike ;) Ggod trouble shooting technics... it inspired me ! Thanks

[@blipco5]

If those horns have adjusting screws, sometimes when you turn them, the horns come back to life. There are contacts inside the horns too but splitting the horn casing apart is a brutal task.

[@colinculverwell325]

A good clear explanation. Easy to follow.

[@tonytucker7184]

Excellent practical clip Cody - many thanks

[@carllemieux]

Another usefull demonstration, thanks!

[@bikewanderer8132]

12v you learn s o much without hurting yourself if it goes wrong. Wish I learnt about continuity so long ago.

[@williamgreen8712]

thanks for your expertise.

[@AndylatsaCapp]

Thanks! Quality tips once again...

[@robertadams4415]

Thanks for the info

[@edbowden6000]

Great content! I have a question on an issue im having. 2006 vt1100c, has issues turning over slow intermittently. Battery is 13.5 running, 12.3 off. Cleaned the start button already and still have issues.

[@edbowden6000]

Actually found your video on the issue and tried it. So far no issue! Thanks

[@barcusful]

Thanks. The horns on my xj700 are working but not brilliant. Can i repair them as they are stock and i have no chance finding replacements in the uk. I have more chance of meeting the pope for a pint. 😅 seriously, any pointers on how to repair horns? If i replaced them, do i need to wire up a new relay?

[@h.faberrariusroot2226]

I've had luck spraying WD40 into the horn while applying power to free it up.

[@preez77]

Why not diagnose horns themselves? They're often good, just need to be cleaned and adjusted

[@TheMotorcycleMD]

Honestly I’ve never take one apart or am I going to attempt to prove that I know how too. Replaced with some awesome horns that are loud and clear. Done.

[@preez77]

@@TheMotorcycleMD understood. Good job on showing step-by-step how to diagnose electrical issues. It’s overwhelming to a lot of people