gstallons

No way , why did you get rid of something that perfect ? I had a K100RS and still regret my decision to let it go ! It was the most neutral bike I ever owned.

Explain everything again . The bike will die while running ? Does the headlight come on when you turn the ign. switch on And does the fuel pump cycle for less than 4 seconds ? Does the engine crank when you try to engage the starter ? I'm not sure if the kickstand switch will kill the engine . I think it will when the bike is placed in gear w/the clutch lever is pulled . I can't remember ? My sidestand switch is bypassed so I can't try it on mine . Please explain ALL the symptoms so we can help you .

Do not ground either one of those wires. Doing so will blow a fuse to say the least. If you don't know , don't do it ! Is your sidestand switch still "modified" ? Y assume you are doing this near the oill cooler ? If so undo the jumper. Are you POSITIVE you are reading 7.5v on this (orange) wire ? This power comes from the ign. switch. The light blue wire goes to Relay 3 then also powers Relay 2 to turn on the headlight. Check V at F4 and see if you have 12v. there. If those #s are 7v and 12v , the problem is in the switch or at a connector . Let me know what you find.

Is that a genuine Brit telephone booth ?

Hmmm , at least they are consistent w/the spelling !

Oh NO ! That is why I could NOT post @#$$#! Cavett's name the other day ! I thought I was having keyboard problems ?

Mac , IDK what you have / have not done about this VII . I want you to understand you are buying (first) a project with many things to do to get this roadworthy . After you get this running , you will own a Italian motorcycle w/all it's personality . Mak a good decision and get this bike as cheap as possible . You don't want to buy a $5k motorcycle for $5k and put $1500 in to it. Good luck on your choice .

I tried to correct Mr Cavett's name but it would not let me

And you know Eric knew he was an unknown in that bar and enjoyed the moment . You see all of these self-inflated a$$ holes in public , on TV , etc. Then you see these really great people in person and in interviews on TV and the are humble and respectful . The @#$$#! Cavett interview of Jimi Hendrix comes to mind as the example of humility .

That story reminds me of : one time one of Jack Bruce's former bandmates was in a pub where there were some musicians playing live music somewhere . Said stranger after a while asked if he could play his guitar . The guitarist was a good man and handed it over . After some strumming and playing around he got serious . To the owners loud objection , he announced "be careful there , those strings cost me ___ quid " ! Eric took it easy after that admonishment .

That's one way of lookin' at it.

I give up.

Well , the wear is the reason for adjustments

With all due respect , when you find the perfect formula to use ambient temperature , engine temperature / valve clearance #s please post them . I "think" you are overthinking this adjustment.

Some manufacturers give a "hot" and a "cold" lash figure .