[insp58255]

I have a 2005 Honda Rancher TRX350FM. I changed the battery and checked the fuses and check for rodent intrusion. I turn the key no indicator lights push the button and absolutely nothing. I can get the engine to turn over but no fire if I jump the starter. Please help.

 

[retro]

Tell us more about the history of the bike? It sounds like either frame grounds corroded/loose or the ignition switch is not working. You can find a service manual for in the manuals section.

 

[insp58255]

I got bike from nephew. When I got it it started but I did have some problem with the indicator lights and ignition switch. Can you give me an idea where the frame ground would be please.

 

[shadetree]

I got bike from nephew. When I got it it started but I did have some problem with the indicator lights and ignition switch. Can you give me an idea where the frame ground would be please.

most ground cables are on right rear side , behind panel. and engine ground is near the starter, bolted to the engine case. as retro said, down load the service manual , and read it.

 

[shadetree]

and did ya install the battery the correct way ??..lol.

 

[retro]

When I got it it started but I did have some problem with the indicator lights and ignition switch.

Such as? The more info you can share the better/quicker we might advise you. Did you put any aftermarket parts on it?

 

[insp58255]

The problem with indicator lights is that I would have to jiggle key switch to get them to work and get bike to start.

 

[retro]

Have you got a multimeter? Check the ignition switch for continuity through the switch using an ohm meter across the unplugged connector terminals. That testing is explained in the service manual in the Lights/Switches section. You can find a copy linked in the manuals thread stickied at the top of the Manuals/Schematics thread.