I left my ignition on overnight.

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  • Scratcher09
    • Jan 2026

    #1

    I left my ignition on overnight.

    Other than draining the battery completely, is there any harm that could come from leaving my ignition in the "on" position over night?
  • kdo58

    #2
    Not sure on electronic ignition. But I was working on my bike that had points and one of the coils got super hot.

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    • tkent02
      Forum LongTimer
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      • Jan 2006
      • 35571
      • Near South Park

      #3
      Start it up.

      If it still runs you probably didn't hurt anything.
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      • Scratcher09

        #4
        After charging the battery, it started right up. It should be fine. I haven't installed exhaust yet so didn't want to run it too long.

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        • salty_monk
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          • Oct 2006
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          #5
          possible overheated coils is the only risk I think...
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