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Yes, there are two separate wiring harnesses on a boat generally.

1. One engine harness
2. One wiring system from the battery to the console. (Accessories)

Check the red wire has power at the key switch.
Also see this article on both types of wiring harnesses, Old and New for Evinrude.
http://www.whalercentral.com/articles...icle_id=72

Both the above harnesses show a red wire to the key switch.
Also see this:
http://www.whalercentral.com/images/a...Colors.jpg

Red wire is always hot if the battery switch is turned on if equipped with one.
(unless the motors main fuse is blown)