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Originally Posted by JWD531
.... So next time at shop they replaced regulator .... Before they put the regulator on, they said the battery was putting off only about 12.6-12.8V but it was over 13.5V after they replaced the regulator.
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Need to re-examine what they are saying here:
Changing the regulator cannot change the battery voltage;
however if the measured voltage
across the battery with the engine running was 12.6V before the new regulator and 13.5V after, then there
may have been a problem with the old one.
Did they replace the regulator with an after-market part, or an OEM part?
Was this a Triumph dealer or just a general repair shop?
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Originally Posted by JWD531
.... I think I can say it sounds like it's turning over, just not kicking in the engine. Hope that helps answer your question.
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If the engine cranks normally (i.e is spinning the engine over at a good speed - does not sound labored or slow), but doesn't start, then failure to start is not down to the battery OR the charging system.
Does it make any difference whether engine is hot or cold regarding starting performance?
Compared to when the new fully charged battery was installed, does it still appear to turn the engine over at the same speed, just not starting?
When you try to start incidentally - it's important not to touch the throttle - leave it alone! On FI bikes, you should not twist the throttle when starting.
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Originally Posted by JWD531
... I don't have a multimeter...
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You need to get one - trying to give advice to troubleshoot potential electrical problems is impossible if you can't provide data as to what is happening. Check your local autoparts store or Radio Shack - or even Sears - you can get these things super-cheap these days. Does not have to be sophisticated, as long as it reads voltage.