Bike starts but cuts off when put in gear for ome reason
Sounds like the kickstand safety switch is not making contact. There is a plunger type switch that the kickstand pushes when it is in the up position. The switch makes contact allowing the ignition system to operate. The switch is bypassed when the bike is in neutral, allowing you to start the engine. However, if the kickstand switch is not engaged when the bike is taken out of neutral, it acts the same as the kill switch on your handlebar. Some of these switches have adjustments and that may be all that is necessary. In a pinch, you can short the switch out (taking the two leads that go to it and twist them together) bypassing the safety circuit.
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