Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > Classic > Sport Classic 1000 - Immobiliser problem

[Steve E]

Thanks Mike and Antony,

I thought that might be it (nowt in my owners manual and the wiring diagram in the online parts manual didn't give me much idea). I've only just replaced the rectifier with Antony's help. I was thinking about getting one of those cooler running Mosfet rectifiers if it goes again but puting the existing one in a cooler location is a good idea, likewise carrying a spare. I saw some pics of a paul Smart with a melted plastic tray online - not good!

Fingers crossed its the relay and I'll be up and running again. Thanks for your help - much appreciated.

Steve

[antonye]

Yes, I also think moving the reg/rec will help it to keep cool and avoid a lot of related issues or repeat failure in the future.

The relays should be an easy fix. They do fail, as they are no more than a mechanical switch that wears out over time. Simply get a replacement and chuck the old one away - treat them as a service item! Carrying a spare is always a good idea as well.

[mike916]

Originally Posted by Steve E

Thanks Mike and Antony,

I thought that might be it (nowt in my owners manual and the wiring diagram in the online parts manual didn't give me much idea). I've only just replaced the rectifier with Antony's help. I was thinking about getting one of those cooler running Mosfet rectifiers if it goes again but puting the existing one in a cooler location is a good idea, likewise carrying a spare. I saw some pics of a paul Smart with a melted plastic tray online - not good!

Fingers crossed its the relay and I'll be up and running again. Thanks for your help - much appreciated.

Steve

I wouldn't bother changing the reg/rec unless the original fails. Much better, and cheaper, to get the stock one cooling properly by moving under the tray which will reduce the chance of it failing.

[Steve E]

I changed the fuel pump relay next to the regulator/rectifier but no luck. I will see if I can locate the other relays in case one of them has failed.