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I posted this in a differs thread, KIP suggested to get the word out so here it is.
There are two electrical connectors on the power assist steering motor. There is one on the top and bottom, both oriented pointing back toward the cockpit. These wires are routed very close to the steering shaft junction were the shaft connects to the power assist motor. The junction has a bolt holding it on of course. The nut and the head of the bolt were catching and pulling my wires causing the engine to die immediately. In the middle of the road, thought we were going to have to push it to the shop. It mainly happened at slow speed and turning the wheel to the left. My check engine light did come on but no code displayed. I think if it slightly catches , it might display a trouble code as some have indicated. In my case we believe it was a safety feature that killed the engine when enough pressure was put on the connector.
In short (to late) check your wires, zip tie them away from the shaft connection and problem solved.
Credit goes to Rocky Mountain Cycle Plaza Colorado Springs for the identification and fix!
There are two electrical connectors on the power assist steering motor. There is one on the top and bottom, both oriented pointing back toward the cockpit. These wires are routed very close to the steering shaft junction were the shaft connects to the power assist motor. The junction has a bolt holding it on of course. The nut and the head of the bolt were catching and pulling my wires causing the engine to die immediately. In the middle of the road, thought we were going to have to push it to the shop. It mainly happened at slow speed and turning the wheel to the left. My check engine light did come on but no code displayed. I think if it slightly catches , it might display a trouble code as some have indicated. In my case we believe it was a safety feature that killed the engine when enough pressure was put on the connector.
In short (to late) check your wires, zip tie them away from the shaft connection and problem solved.
Credit goes to Rocky Mountain Cycle Plaza Colorado Springs for the identification and fix!