MotorradMike
Lucky
Albeit regretfully, I am tapping out and will take it to the dealer for repair. I spent the past two hours taking apart the kill switch/starter hosing and I couldn't see any broken wires. I got in as far as I could - going in any further, like to the wiring under the ignition, probably exceeds my skill and patience. Now, without having a pickup, I have to figure out how to get it to the dealer.
Don't suppose anyone in Omaha reading this thread has a pickup or trailer and would like to hook a brother up?!?! I'll buy beer, whiskey, or scotch (what the hell, maybe all three)! Or, if you're not into that, a tankful of gas.
Thanks to everyone on this thread - I really do appreciate all the good advice. If nothing else, I learned how to remove the gas tank and access the battery and air filter.
We all like to help.
Here's a couple reasons you should chill with a beer and rethink your position:
1/ Your last sentence.
2/ Some(I would say most) very good mechanics don't have a good grasp of electrical principles. Add that to shop liability and you end up with a mechanic who starts replacing things without having found the root cause, you get to buy all the parts.
3/ When we solve this as a group(but mostly you), you will become very empowered and confident. A valuable asset far from home.
I vote don't quit.