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Paul Hoffmann:
Hi
I have a general question about testing ignition coils, primary and secondary.
Can the GS911 carry out any testing on the coils at all?
The reason I ask this question is one of my primary coils is starting to give out a burnt smell but not all the time.
I believe the manual method of testing is to disconnect the coil, connect to a good plug, start the bike and then see if the plug will give a good healthy spark as it approaches a convenient earth point on the frame.
I have also read that the newer type coil has a metal sleeve on while the original ones were all black.
I hope some wise person can help me with my question because at nearly £90 a pop it is not cheap!!
Thanks in advance
Paul

WayneC:
Since tests are specific to each model it is best to always specify the model you are asking about

In general terms though there is no coil test on any of the models I have looked at in GS911 and I am unaware of any in the Dealer Diags system

Paul Hoffmann:
Thanks Wayne, by the way the bike I am talking about is a 2012 TC 1200.

R1200rme:
My understanding is the plug needs to be grounded BEFORE cranking the engine or coil damage may ensue.

WayneC:

--- Quote from: R1200rme on September 22, 2016, 11:25:42 AM ---My understanding is the plug needs to be grounded BEFORE cranking the engine or coil damage may ensue.

--- End quote ---
Some one has been leading you astray, an open circuit will not cause damage and if you ground the plug while cranking at the worst there will be a little initial surge current as you ground the plug nothing to be too concerned about though.

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