Ignition switch im trying to find out which ignition switch i need for my zx400 ninja...it is imported. its a 1988. i have been told there is a H and a L model switch but how do i tell which 1 i need. i cant turn the key in mine so need new 1 but i have not took it off the bike yet. do i need to take it off to find out

Does it turn over when trying to start? If no then it could be the starter, switch, or battery. Sounds like the starter, especially if you tried another switch.

facebook zx400g zx4-f3

it may need a little adjust in the ignition switch not the key cylinder but the electric switch it is located in the steering column under dash and is hold by two screws you will need a 5/16 wrench to loose these screws and push the switch a little to the front then tight the screws i hope this help you fix it i'll be happy to assist you if you have further questions please let me know if this was useful.

facebook zx400g

facebook kawasaki zx400g

You need the stock ignition switch in order for it to trigger a relay inside the igniter, then it will spark, this is part of Kawasaki's anti-tamper proof ignition system.

Sounds like your fuel pump relay is going bad. On most honda models this is located under the dash on the driver's side of the car. If the relay is okay, then the next step would be to replace the iginition switch. On my 1988 Honda it would not start up after I shut it off and went into the store and came back out. My brother's Honda would just shut down when turning a corner or changing lanes. After changing his fuel pump and fuel filter, we changed the ignition switch and that solved the problem. If I were you I would change the ignition switch.

I have the same problem... I replaced the distributor, distributor cap, button,control module, Ignition coil and even put a ignition/start switch on it.... and it finally fired up after the coil.. BUT..... it died 2 days later and i took the coil back for an exchange and it worked.... BUT.... it died on me when the truck warmed up and still does... Someone told me to check the CAMSHAFT POSITIONING SENSOR... makes sense so im gonna try that tomorrow and hope for the best.