You nailed it on the brake light wiring. I was having an issue with a brake light not working and watching your video I now have a working brake light. Very simple language.
Hey. Thanks, Cody, for the info on wiring a chopper. Wiring is not my favorite aspect of building a chop. I remember Hal Robinson did some simple wiring diagrams in old issues of Easyriders magazine. Your diagrams are very helpful. Cody, keep up the great work! Yeah, if you see him, tell Brandon at The House of Choppers that I said, "Hi." -- Walt in Cleveland, OH.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 - You're in the best of company. Brandon has it going on. So do you. You guys out there in Idaho have got a great chopper scene going. There's nothing like it in my immediate area. Guys riding dressers with overly loud sound systems are all over the place here. Lowbrow and TC Bros are big medicine around here. Fuel Cleveland is the only real chopper event here. Thanks for the videos, Cody. God keep you, your family and your pals at the shop.
This video is pure gold!!🏆 Thank you for such a simplistic explanation of the wiring system. My bike's brake light doesn't work even though the running light does. In the mechanic's attempt to fix it he suggested a new circuit board for the light but the new one didn't work either. I think you might have helped us figure out the problem. Also, I learned the correct terminology for a couple of parts I tried explaining in a recent video I posted.😊 TY TY TY!! You're a crown jewel! 👑
@@codyschoppercorner5727 I just had to come back to thank you once again. 🥰My brake light now works!!! You're my hero! 🦸♀PS: The artwork behind your desk is beautiful.
Dude, best simplified wiring video I've found yet and I've been searching for weeks! Question: I have a 03XL1200, regarding the charging system, did you add the 30 AMP breaker, or does the bike already have that?
I wished to say that was the best, and thanks for how you did that!! I have inquired of your knowledge prior in the search for my ride......still looking but have yet another to look at soon......82 shovel w/ a 97" length......been converted to points......king and queen seat old school but it is almost to clean lol anyways thanks for your channel, very best.
This is a VERY, VERY good tutorial. One question - with a kick start, is the battery really required ?? What is the advantage of having the battery for kick start ??
Yes, the battery is still required. The advantage of having a kickstart is when your voltage drops low enough for your starter to not work properly. You are not dead in the water. Also getting rid of all the wiring and other unnecessary components cut down on possibility of that stuff going wrong on the road.
I’ve only sorted the wiring on a couple of bikes using the original loom, and have now decided just start from scratch with new wiring. Wiring isn’t that complicated, what is, is decoding the loom and wiring diagram.
I just bought a kz1000 custom hardtail frame with a lot of the main parts like engen and Wheels and Stuff, but no wiring im decent good with wiring race cars sbc but this is a 4 cylinder vike so thanks for the video
How about if your running a magneto what’s different? you should do that video on installing a mag and explain the wires on that set up. I haven’t seen a good video explaining that system yet, been looking.
Life is crazy at the moment. But i definitely need to do that. The mag is exactly the same wiring except you delete the ignition section from this example
Great video… I’ve torn down my 1977 (electric start) Ironhead and I’m gonna use your wiring diagram to simplify it all so…. Main question is where is the starter motor in your diagram? I’m guessing this video is for a kicker? 😊
It depends on what ignition you are using. If it’s an aftermarket ignition it gives you the option to turn voes on or off. If running stock ignition you need to run voes.
Well, I don’t know what bike you have but basically it would be another system itself. I’d suggest looking in your bikes manual for the electric start diagram. It’s usually pretty simple. Only 3 wires usually.
The only thing is I wish you would have done is said what you recommended what gauge wire for each one would be recommended, so I don't heat some wire and burn it down 😊🔥
Every time i go to try and sort out wiring. I have a issue, original wireing and bullet connectors are a larger guage than wires etc that come with new hand controls . Shud id change small connectors to fit original loom .will i blow fuses or melt wires . ????? . Cheers , thanks.
I have been busy since May.... and I still haven't fixed the godd... mn bike. A simple LS650 bobber.. Tried so far 6 diagrams... No luck so far. Any idea how I feel?
I would like your opinion on building a 88 evo softail into a chopper. I'm really thinking about converting to kickstart but have been told that it is not a good idea.
There’s a bunch of aftermarket kickstart systems for the twin cam that are very simple and retain your electric start… so I have no clue why they would say that .
here is a question no one has answered for me..I have a 74 ironhead xlch..i took off the original rectifier and now have an end mount one attached to genny..So do i have to have a diode anywhere or will the newer rectifier have it built in? also the new one did not have wiring diagram, just red black and green, with red and green closer together to each other then black ,but all separate spots..Any info would be greatly appreciated before i have to pay my insurance deductible..god bless to all
@@ahill7099 it’s all built in. You are good to go. The two wires connect to the generator. The other wire needs an inline fuse into the battery. There are a few different diagrams online
So two weeks ago I shorted something while screwing wires into my ignition with the battery connected because I’m a motor. The wire lit the insulation and my garage instantly filled with white smoke. When it was all said and done, no real damage. Now I’m here
Huge help for newcomers to the chopper world. Thanks brother.
This video is gold. Simplifying the wiring on a Shovel I just got and this is exactly what I was looking for.
You nailed it on the brake light wiring. I was having an issue with a brake light not working and watching your video I now have a working brake light. Very simple language.
Glad I could help.
This video was uploaded the day I started my advanced electrical class at mmi, thank you sir this will help alot
Such a great explanation. Thank you for posting!
This is the most helpful walkthrough I have found. Nice job dude
Thanks man I needed a good laugh. And no I haven't burnt my garage down either. Great info thanks again.
As usual great video bud. Things sink in much better when I can get an explanation along with visual aid. Thanks again bud. Take care and stay safe.
That’s how I learn also. I’m glad it worked for ya.
Hey. Thanks, Cody, for the info on wiring a chopper. Wiring is not my favorite aspect of building a chop. I remember Hal Robinson did some simple wiring diagrams in old issues of Easyriders magazine. Your diagrams are very helpful. Cody, keep up the great work! Yeah, if you see him, tell Brandon at The House of Choppers that I said, "Hi." -- Walt in Cleveland, OH.
Will do Brandon is a good friend of mine.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 - You're in the best of company. Brandon has it going on. So do you. You guys out there in Idaho have got a great chopper scene going. There's nothing like it in my immediate area. Guys riding dressers with overly loud sound systems are all over the place here. Lowbrow and TC Bros are big medicine around here. Fuel Cleveland is the only real chopper event here. Thanks for the videos, Cody. God keep you, your family and your pals at the shop.
Thank you so much…for your video very helpful i am going building shovel head… so much learning…have a good day Thank you
Nice video. Thanks for the explanation.
I'm wiring a 66 kick start only iron head this weekend
This video is pure gold!!🏆 Thank you for such a simplistic explanation of the wiring system. My bike's brake light doesn't work even though the running light does. In the mechanic's attempt to fix it he suggested a new circuit board for the light but the new one didn't work either. I think you might have helped us figure out the problem. Also, I learned the correct terminology for a couple of parts I tried explaining in a recent video I posted.😊 TY TY TY!! You're a crown jewel! 👑
Well hopefully you can get it figured out. I’m glad you got something out of the video.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 I just had to come back to thank you once again. 🥰My brake light now works!!! You're my hero! 🦸♀PS: The artwork behind your desk is beautiful.
@@CrownJewelDiscoveries hahaha that’s awesome man. I’m stoked you got it.
Nice diagram. Very simply put.
First video watched, halfway through. Subscribed!!! Nuff sed
Can you please stop telling people how easy this is, you'll put me out of business. (jokes)
Great video. Keep em coming.
Man you would be surprised on how many people know how and still pay someone else to do it
Dude, best simplified wiring video I've found yet and I've been searching for weeks! Question: I have a 03XL1200, regarding the charging system, did you add the 30 AMP breaker, or does the bike already have that?
@@jessevargas8181 your bike should have a 30 amp breaker.
I wished to say that was the best, and thanks for how you did that!! I have inquired of your knowledge prior in the search for my ride......still looking but have yet another to look at soon......82 shovel w/ a 97" length......been converted to points......king and queen seat old school but it is almost to clean lol anyways thanks for your channel, very best.
This is a VERY, VERY good tutorial. One question - with a kick start, is the battery really required ?? What is the advantage of having the battery for kick start ??
Yes, the battery is still required. The advantage of having a kickstart is when your voltage drops low enough for your starter to not work properly. You are not dead in the water. Also getting rid of all the wiring and other unnecessary components cut down on possibility of that stuff going wrong on the road.
I’ve only sorted the wiring on a couple of bikes using the original loom, and have now decided just start from scratch with new wiring. Wiring isn’t that complicated, what is, is decoding the loom and wiring diagram.
Man THANK YOU! this was so helpful!
Thanks for making it easier.
I just bought a kz1000 custom hardtail frame with a lot of the main parts like engen and Wheels and Stuff, but no wiring im decent good with wiring race cars sbc but this is a 4 cylinder vike so thanks for the video
How about if your running a magneto what’s different? you should do that video on installing a mag and explain the wires on that set up. I haven’t seen a good video explaining that system yet, been looking.
Life is crazy at the moment. But i definitely need to do that. The mag is exactly the same wiring except you delete the ignition section from this example
Great video… I’ve torn down my 1977 (electric start) Ironhead and I’m gonna use your wiring diagram to simplify it all so…. Main question is where is the starter motor in your diagram? I’m guessing this video is for a kicker? 😊
Great video, perhaps you could give some tips on how to identify short circuits or bad grounding?
Man… 🤯 thanks, huge help!
This is great man. Quick question though what if I'm doing a battery delete?
Thank u, thank u, thank u!!! Man!!!! I appreciate you.
the hardest thing to figure out was the separation of the three systems. NOW i see your video...
Better late then never
Hell yeah! Thanks man!
Good job!!!
Great video! Any idea why my rear running light/brakelight goes out as soon as I accelerate and comes back on at idle?
Awesome video!!! Any chopper shows in the area I see some stuff about the junction city show does that still go down ?
What size wire do you use G? Also what if you have an electric start
I use 14-16g and you would just follow the original starter wiring from the stock diagram
Appreciate the info.
When wiring a 95 sportster can you get rid of the vos or is that something i should keep
It depends on what ignition you are using. If it’s an aftermarket ignition it gives you the option to turn voes on or off. If running stock ignition you need to run voes.
Worlds fastest response thanks man. Any ignition system recomendations? Would like to get rid of vos. one less thing on the bike you know
@@crippledwizard666 haha yeah dude. Check eBay. I found one we put on my buddies bike that was like 60 bucks
lmao the dark souls ui had me dying 1:13
Glad you liked it.
Quick question what else would be involved with adding electric start 🤔
Well, I don’t know what bike you have but basically it would be another system itself. I’d suggest looking in your bikes manual for the electric start diagram. It’s usually pretty simple. Only 3 wires usually.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 thank you it's a shovelhead rigid
The only thing is I wish you would have done is said what you recommended what gauge wire for each one would be recommended, so I don't heat some wire and burn it down 😊🔥
Every time i go to try and sort out wiring. I have a issue, original wireing and bullet connectors are a larger guage than wires etc that come with new hand controls . Shud id change small connectors to fit original loom .will i blow fuses or melt wires . ????? . Cheers , thanks.
I have been busy since May.... and I still haven't fixed the godd... mn bike. A simple LS650 bobber.. Tried so far 6 diagrams... No luck so far. Any idea how I feel?
I would like your opinion on building a 88 evo softail into a chopper. I'm really thinking about converting to kickstart but have been told that it is not a good idea.
There’s a bunch of aftermarket kickstart systems for the twin cam that are very simple and retain your electric start… so I have no clue why they would say that .
Please do a video on installing a magneto on a shovelhead!!
Cone shovel?
@@codyschoppercorner5727 yes please. Not a single video on here showing the complete process. Youre the man!!
@@jamesbyrd6865 I’ll do a video next time I take mine off. If you need help before that let me know.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 thanks dude!
great vid n diagram i took a picture of that shit, simpler breaking it down into 3 systems
That intro 😂😂😂
Can you run points with no battery?
here is a question no one has answered for me..I have a 74 ironhead xlch..i took off the original rectifier and now have an end mount one attached to genny..So do i have to have a diode anywhere or will the newer rectifier have it built in? also the new one did not have wiring diagram, just red black and green, with red and green closer together to each other then black ,but all separate spots..Any info would be greatly appreciated before i have to pay my insurance deductible..god bless to all
@@ahill7099 it’s all built in. You are good to go. The two wires connect to the generator. The other wire needs an inline fuse into the battery. There are a few different diagrams online
@codyschoppercorner5727 thought so..but the more brains the better thanks for your time
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What color wires go to what function..??
Where are you Cody ?!
Blowing it…. Started a new Job and haven’t had a whole lot of extra time.
@@codyschoppercorner5727 Alright ! Hope the new job is good then and wish you the best there !
What is the best gauge wire to use?
I like to use 14-18G
@@codyschoppercorner5727 thanks. I'll keep in touch.
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In every videos I watched, I have no idea why people not using CDI, can I take off my CDI also? My bike is suzuki GS500
So two weeks ago I shorted something while screwing wires into my ignition with the battery connected because I’m a motor. The wire lit the insulation and my garage instantly filled with white smoke. When it was all said and done, no real damage. Now I’m here
the tears were because i was out of beer
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