05 De 300 Specs

[GMP]

VORMAN,

Like I mentioned on TT, you have the 2K-2 ignition, same on GGs, KTMs, and some Huskys. I have a good spare and measured the resistance for you. The wire colors ARE the same as the 2K-3 with the exception of the additional White wire output on the 2K-3. The Black/Red to Red/White value is different.

Red to Green = 98.8 Ohms

Black/Red to Red/White = 25.7 Ohms

Yellow to Gnd(stator plate) = .75 Ohms

All measured at approx 20 deg C

[VORMAN]

Thanks Glenn,

My measurement came to 29.6 OHMS on the Black Red, Red White. I assuming it is good since I measured it at 85 degrees farenheit. That is what I was worried about. I will double check the other values. My gut feeling is it is OK and the problem leads to the black box.

John

[GMP]

Yes, I would say its fine, well within specs.

[VORMAN]

Well after trouble shooting the beast I replaced the black box. Low and behold still no spark. I am resorting to replace the coil and hope this works. If not it is off to buy a new ignition. $60 is better than $347.00.

Getting frustrated

[GMP]

Occasional coil issue is the HV lead getting loose and connection going bad. Did you remove the HV lead, cut it back, and thread it back on with some silicone sealer? Try before you buy, check cap too.

[VORMAN]

OK, after trying to isolate this electrical issue I have resorted to replacing the CDI after replacing the coil, Black Box, isolating the two speed ignition switch, fumbling with wires, checking grounds, etc. I ordered a CDI from Go Fasters. I checked their website and it shows $367 for the CDI. I called by phone and they say it is over $660. I am stuck, so I go ahed and order it. I think Go Fasters is padding their prices a little too much. You can buy a KTM Kokusan ignition for half of this price. I asked why so high a price. I was told that the web site has their old prices and would have to be changed. I no longer have a dealer in town that is authorized for Gas Gas parts. At these prices people will resort to another brand of bike. Anybody have these issues?

[GMP]

A KTM Kokusan CDI will work, same thing. There are also part outs available. No way would I pay $660 for a CDI thats just crazy. I thought you previously said that you replaced the CDI and still had no sparK? Measure continuity wire by wire from the stator itself to the CDI connections, it wouldn't be unheard of for a wire to be broken within the insulation. This is especially true if you pivot the subframe up for shock removal, where the harness can be stretched if its zip tied to the frame/subframe.