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1979 Suzuki GS550 ignition issues

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#1 ·
I just picked up a 1979 GS550, and it has ignition problems. Carbs have been cleaned, new plugs, new points/condensers.

Someone told me the coils may be bad (makes sense), but they also said there may be an issue with the magneto. Not familiar with the magneto, is there a recommended method for testing it (let alone locating it)? I'm waiting for my Clymers to arrive, but I'd like to poke it until it shows up in my mailbox.

Thank you.
 
#7 ·
Yup, neutral light plus lights for gears 1-5, all along the bottom of the panel. Sorta handy for new riders, wish my wife could ride the 550, but it's too tall (or she's not tall enough). She just let me know she wants my Virago, grrr.
 
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