Topic: help, no power

[imsam817]

so i have a 77 honda cb550f.  it was running great for a couple weeks then at a stop light the lights went out then the engine died on me.  i haven't been able to get it started since.  i replaced the regulator and rectifier, put in a new ignition switch, checked/replaced the fuses, don't know what else to check.  took the coils in to a shop to have them checked, the coils are good.  oh and the engine/starter turns over, just there isn't a spark so it doesn't start up...  btw i live in the SF bay area, so if anyone knows of a good mechanic i'd appreciate it.  thanks

[razor02097]

you didn't check the points yet?  Also check the kill switch.

[imsam817]

the points were replaced with a dyna s, so the points aren't a problem.  as for the kill switch, do you mean check the switch mechanism itself?

[razor02097]

the points were replaced with a dyna s, so the points aren't a problem.  as for the kill switch, do you mean check the switch mechanism itself?

I mean see if the coils are being grounded if the switch is also connecting.

[domer]

where at in the bay?

[Spanner 1]

Take another look at your fuse block. Are the fuse clips nice and shiny? are the clips getting a firm grip on each fuse ? Look at the backside of the fuse block too..... any cruddy connections  at the fuse will show-up due to the extra load of the Dyna ignition you have on your bike....and BTW, YOU are the best mechanic for troubleshooting your bike !!