Triumphrat

metasac

a few weeks ago i was on the verge of unloading my bonneville out of frustration. thanks to the support that i've gotten from a lot of you guys, that didn't happen.

the problem was probably a loose connection between the plug wire and ignition coil... when i removed the tank, the plug wire almost fell off - that's how loose it was. i tightened the terminal collar and slipped it over the nipple of the new coil i bought.

do i regret buying a new crankshaft position sensor, procom brainbox, and nology coil? no - because now i have aftermarket performance parts installed and stock spares that probably work (except maybe the coil).

thanks for the excellent suggestions and moral support. time to ride.

~m

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2001 Triumph Bonneville
mods:
BellaCorse Slip-on Teardrop Mufflers, Nology coil, Nark airbox removal kit and K&N pod filters. stock needles + 1 shim under each. 150 mains, 42 pilots, 3 turns out.

mecscc

I remember your frustration well. Congrats on finding the solution. Enjoy the summer riding season, friend.

Monte

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Monte

"The Old Ohio Preacher Man"

webonnielad

I can't take any credit for chipping in on that one, but I'm glad you got it fixed and even glader you didn't sell it.
Which means you're still one of us.

Jon (UK)

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790cc 2003 T100 Bonneville. 18T Front Sprocket, AI Removed, 125 Mains, 40 Pilots, Thruxton Needles, 1 Shim,3mm Air Hole, Mixture screws 3 1/4 turns out left carb, 3 turns out right carb, Unifilter, NH Belmouth, NH Classic Togas with no mutes inserted, Stock Ignitor Unit. Hagon 320mm rear shocks & progressive fork springs. Last measured. 61.60 hp, , Max torque 48.40 in 5th gear at the rear wheel at 7200 rpm, 105 mph in 5th at 6500 rpm.

grayghost

Congrads on solving the problem! You didn't let it beat you.

:-D

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Airboss

I seem to remember your mechanic played a part in your frustration. Just curious if you told him how simple of a problem you really had and what his response was.

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merlin

Congrats on your first step towards mechanical independance! You'll find it rewarding..