I may have located the issue- replaced the starter relay with a new one. The starter solenoid works fine. All connections are clean (freshly lubed now...

I eliminated the above mentioned switch and have a nice bright stock bulb. Out of curiosity I checked my '81 RT and found a similar switch which I wil...

Well I'm still at it. Learned to check relays this weekend- the headlight and starter relays test out fine. I'm cleaning all my connections and adding...

@wobbly Richard, many thanks. I do have the recommended OEM bulb but have yet to try LEDs. Now's the time. I am in the process of checking all my cont...

Thank you Wobbly. I've had shock failure on other bikes and know the feel and sounds of failed rubber bushings. Head bearings and wheel bearings both ...

I would have to say it came from the engine, although my shocks are indeed original- good advice. Battery is well mounted, rubber is as it should be....