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Hi,im new here hope some one can help me.I installed a compu-fire starter,accel solenoid and a new battery in my 1988 FXRS.I hit the start button and the solenoid just clicks i put my hand on the positive cable while holding down the start button and i could feel the clicking in the cable.Also the negative post on the battery was hot,does anyone know whats going on?
 
Have you checked the starter relay for proper connection and no corrosion??
 
Check both battery cable connections. Each cable has two ends. Remove, inspect, and clean them. I'm betting on a bad ground.
 
Bodeen has you covered here, check in particular the ground cable, seems to me it runs under the bike
 
I know you bought a new battery, but did you check to see if it was fully charged???? Definitely check all you grounds, especially the one under the bike.

Good Luck!!!!

:rider
 
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Here is a wiring diagram for your bike I hope it helps
 
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