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[Johnb]

Hi there,
I've got a 1995 Enfield India 500 Bullet and she wont charge. I've followed Mr H's charging problem guide and my alternator failed the test so,that's been replaced. Also fitted a new battery as no idea how old the old one was.
Checked the earths and cleaned where needed, but, I had to replace the negative battery connecter and while doing so, I discovered some corrosion in with the loom.
I think the loom is shot but, I would appreciate and ideas, opinions or advice.
Thanks in advance

[grunda 12]

hi john ,you mention the loom is manky,strip it back and make good ,is the bike still not charging ?have you checked the regulator rectifier? i replaced 1 this week on a non charging bullet nowt special just a jappa type reg found under the bed atb paul.

[Johnb]

Hi there, it was fitted with a PowerBox by the previous owner, starts and runs great apart from the charging. I'll have a look at the rest of the loom tomorrow. Thanks for the suggestions. Regards, John

[grunda 12]

hi john ,at the risk of being slated (nowt new there)i have a colleague who has a power box fitted,he very seldom runs his bike with the lights on and has had several charging related issues ,although in fairness to the power box his wiring also resembles a rats nest ,atb paul.

[Johnb]

Hi there, cleaned earth, connections. Now no indicators & not charging. Think quickest option is just to bin loom and replace it.
Thanks again for advice.

[PeteF]

Trouble is the modern Enfield loom is pretty crap. You'd do better to rewire it yourself if you have the ability.

[Johnb]

Hmm, could make one up. Problem is time. Wife, kids and another one due. Que Father Jack........