QuestionThis Magna VF700 has a MYSTERY AILMENT that we just can't figure out! HELP!?
I have a 1984 Honda Magna 700 with 30k miles. It starts up and runs just fine. The problem... after about 30-40 minutes of driving (when the bike gets good and hot) the oil light starts blinking when idling. After a few more minutes, the engine shuts down at idle. The only way to get her moving is to crank up the choke and rev my way home. Runs fine once she cools down and the process is repeated. The engine is very smooth and will run for extended periods on the highway. The problem only occurs when the engine is hot and the engine is IDLING at a STOP.
The temperature gauge doesn't go much past half, still a ways to red.
The following things have been done thus far...
checked oil pump (good pressure)
oil & filter changed
new battery
new rectifier/regulator
new pickup coil
overhauled carbs, replaced one piston diaphragm
radiator flushed, new coolant added, lines checked
new clutch fluid
My neighbor has suggested a new STATOR. Is this a possibility?
AnswerLuke if the stator were the problem your bike would lose voltage to the whole ignition system.
Check info at:
http://users.rcn.com/kochc/moto/spark/ig_repair.html
http://www.sabmag.org/Sabre-Magna%20FAQ%20v2.htm
There is a fuel cut relay for the fuel pump that could be overheating and failing intermittently.
Probably one of the spark units is failing as described in the first link...
Bill Silver
