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Old 06-06-2008, 09:16 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Bike: 2006 Suzuki C50
Location: Hagerstown, Maryland
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Default Ignition switch melted.

Never had a problem with any of the electrical system. Monday I took my bike in to the dealer to have the cluch rod return spring replaced, they found it was broken during the 7K service. I took the key in with the info. About an hour later I got a call from the service manager asking me if I had any concerns with starting the bike because when they went to bring it in it wouldn't start, in fact the entire electrical system was dead. After some diagnosis they found that the ignition switch and the wiring harness plug were melted, they're not quite sure what caused the failure. Here's an approximate cost: Ignition switch with coded key/lock cylinder $275.00, wiring harness $460.00, labor $350.00, clutch return spring $4.00, labor $45.00. Fortunately both repairs are covered under my Extended Warranty. I'm glad that I got the EW now, it just paid for itself and then some.
I'm wondering if any of you had a similar problem with your C50?