Boss Hoss
Boss Hoss

Boss Hoss Troubleshooting

Boss Hoss Cycles is a US motorcycle manufacturer founded by Monte Warne in 1990 and based in Dyersburg, Tennessee.


Motorcycle Troubleshooting

Overuse
After enduring all the elements of riding listed above, the ignition coil is bound to wear out.
The ignition coil’s wear and tear could damage the bond between the primary coil and the primary and secondary coil windings.
Using the coil past the point of no return only damages it more and more, and overuse could strain other components in the process.

Overheating
Bike motors get hot. If you’re regularly riding hard for long periods of time, there is a high chance of damaging the ignition coils.
And when the ignition coils are fried from the heat enough times, they cannot conduct electricity.
Again, this is part of normal wear-and-tear and yet another reason why vehicles should be inspected and serviced regularly.

Excessive vibrations
This is a potential issue on any bike.
Bikes vibrate, and vibration can cause wear and tear on many of a bike’s components, including the ignition coil. If the ignition coil’s windings are damaged from vibration, it can cause breaks in your ignition coil’s secondary windings.

Damaged spark plugs
If your ignition coils operate at a higher output than average, then they are bound to get damaged quickly.
This increased output may occur when your spark plugs are worn out.
When a spark plug is wearing out, the coil is forced to produce more voltage to close this gap, and this extra strain can lead to overkill and an eventual failure.

Faulty Regulator Rectifier
The regulator rectifier converts AC to DC, which is used to charge your bike’s battery.
More importantly, it regulates the DC current and prevents high voltage surges from damaging the motorcycle’s battery.
Faulty regulator/rectifiers can lead to various problems, especially for the motorcycle’s battery. Diode burnout is one such problem. It also causes the battery to drain abnormally. Electrical components like headlights, meters, and others may perform erratically as well.
It is important to test your bike’s voltage with a voltmeter to be certain the fault is from a faulty regulator and not a bad battery.

Failed Wiring Loom/Harness
The wiring loom or harness is an assembly of electrical wires bound by a durable material like the rubber or electrical tape.
It keeps wires organized and protects them against exposure to vibration, moisture, and elements.
A failed wiring loom can cause the motorbike not to start at all. It may also cause the lights to function erratically. For example, flickering dashboard lights are common on bikes with bad wiring harnesses/looms.

Malfunctioning Gearboxes
According to owners, the gearbox (or its components) develops faults, making gear shifting difficult or erratic.
Erratic shifting aside, false neutral, delayed engagement, and missed shifts are other problems caused by a malfunctioning gearbox. False neutrals occur when the transmission goes out of gear during shifting. As a result, the motorcycle will decelerate like one in neutral gear, hence the name “false neutral.”
Most of these problems are often the result of damaged or faulty gearbox components. They are often the result of hard riding with improper shifting or a lack of regular service maintenance.

SOURCE: https://www.nadaguides.com/Motorcycles/shopping-guides/motorcycle-won't-start-but-battery-is-good



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I injured my left hand on a saw so I could not use a clutch on my Harley an
I injured my left hand on a saw so I could not use a clutch on my Harley anymore. No clutch on this monster. It is easier to drive than my old hog and unbelievably fast. It's a chick magnet, too.
Published: April 10, 2016
jean tremblay, Hamburg, Michigan
Source: cycleinsider.com

I have recently purchased a 99 SB. Have ridden Heritage Soft Tails and road
I have recently purchased a 99 SB. Have ridden Heritage Soft Tails and road Kings for 20 years. The Boss takes some getting used to in the corners and crowned roads here in Maine. Seems to want to go to the low side. I am impressed with the ride quality and the power is pure adrenaline rush! I am still working on the tracking to the low side issue.
Published: June 27, 2010
Paul, Portland, Maine
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I've had my '06 Big Block bike for 2 1/2 years now. After riding
I've had my '06 Big Block bike for 2 1/2 years now. After riding the same old Harley for 31 years, I wish I discovered this bike LONG ago! Riding a bike like this is like having a super model for a Girl Friend! Prepare yourself to experience what jet fighters train for years to feel! It's a gentle cruiser like riding on the back of a sleeping dragon but hit the throttle and well, just hang on. That high-pitched squealing sound you hear will be YOU! Surprisingly enough, the fuel milage is about double that of a Harley, (about 16 MPG) and you have 4 TIMES the number of cylinders. NO machine on the road can intimidate a Boss Hoss nor it's rider. Fast cars are cool... better viewed from your rear view mirrors, because NONE of them can pass you if you choose not to let them. However!! This bike handles similar to a Harley and much smoother. It's fine as a bar hopper or a long distance runner. But DO realize, you are sitting on a Hot Rod motor, meant for bracket racing or Marine application. If you are the type that takes your Harley to a motorcycle dealer for all of your oil changes, and trailers your bike everywhere... this is not the bike for you.
Published: May 21, 2010
Ric Mossip, Lloydminster, Alberta
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No custom bike within its price range stops people in their paths like a bo
No custom bike within its price range stops people in their paths like a boss hoss. It is not cheap, but compared to other customs it is a good buy. I got mine for $37K. The ride is smooth, it cannot be compared to any other bike. it does take a bit to get it rolling but once it is there, it is nothing short of a Busa that will cause you to drip adrenaline from the ears. Go to a rally and park next to the nicest bike you can find and people will flock to you, ask all kinds of stupid questions. Nascar types will know what you have with a glance. Open the secondaries, hold on for life, when you're able to look down you'll be speeding well past 80mph.
Published: November 14, 2011
Mike Leathers, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
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Well we have had our Boss Hoss for 3 1/2 years and never been more comforta
Well we have had our Boss Hoss for 3 1/2 years and never been more comfortable or had a reliable bike. We have had 3 Harley's and will never go back to the smaller bikes. Easy to ride and yes I am a female the shocks are easy to lower the controls since i am 5'4" and my husband is 6'2" the adjustable controls are the best. The only thing I miss with the Harley is the sound.
Published: April 20, 2010
Marie, Sewell, New Jersey
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