My Rocket is broke

[outriders58]

Definitely sounds like the ignition switch to me. Too much power (for the headlights in particular) goes through the switch and the solder joints fail as a result. It is possible to remove and disassemble the ignition switch, re-solder the wire and get going again. However, you will have to remove two "tamper-proof" screws. This can be done in several different ways, but you will have to replace them. It is probably best to replace them with regular metric screws or bolts.

The problem will return if you don't divert the power for the headlights from the ignition switch. There is a kit made by Eastern Beaver which will do that. It is pretty much plug and play. The hardest thing is explaining to the spousal unit the credit card charge to Eastern Beaver.

Thanks I look into it. thanks alot.

 

[outriders58]

Thanks I look into it. thanks alot.

can you tell me what the kit is called, or if there is a part number

 

[idk]

I don't know the part number, but it will be on this forum somewhere.

 

[outriders58]

I don't know the part number, but it will be on this forum somewhere.

Is this the part i'm looking for? " H4 Dual Headlight Weatherproof Relay Kit "

 

[tdragger]

Yes, that would be the kit. http://easternbeaver.com/Main/Bike_Specific/Triumph/triumph.html

It is a necessity on our bug-eyed monsters.

 

[tdragger]

Install instructions and pics found here: http://www.r3owners.net/threads/standard-headlight-bulbs.9603/page-2

Go to post #15.

 

[steve59]

I swing the handlebars hard left and right and everything comes back, 12.7 probably isn't enough to turn the starter though.

 

[unforgiven]

Outriders : To be sure, check if the wireterminals(plus & ground) are surely locked on the battery. Check also the batterycase is still fixed steady at the frame. Was there any solding at the terminals in the past? Possibly the solder did eat the insite of the wire(s) meanwhile.

 

[TriumPhil]

Disconnect and reconnect the positive and negative battery posts and try to fire her up. If the ignition and starter sound OK but also indicate not enough juice to turn her over, I'd recommend trying to jump start her off of your car battery.

 

[warp9.9]

Along with what is stated above you might find some juice wiggling the ignition wires right under the key switch. but I am thinking yours has not had the Triumph update kit which replaced the plug feeding the gauges in ignition switch with a water proof one. so you should check the plugs and clean them to make sure power is going up there. Trying to fix the switch is a hard job I tried and ended up having to buy another one to piece together and save the same key. I should have went key-less and still might even after I change it out. Going key-less will still allow you to use the steering lock when parked in ares you would worry about. I know IDK did his years ago and has not had a problem since then.