R3Tex
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You may also want to have a read through this...
http://www.r3owners.net/threads/inexpensive-starter-replacement.12262/
http://www.r3owners.net/threads/inexpensive-starter-replacement.12262/
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baz
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Is that a simple task? I've got some jump leads I don't use i could use those for bigger guage couldn't I? ?
R3Tex
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If you are reasonably familiar with the tools in your garage you shouldn't have much trouble and the folks on here are usually more than willing to help, and yes you could use those for the new cable. Just make sure that you have a good connection on either end of the cable. Before you start tearing into anything though I assume that you have checked all of the simple things? Fuses, etc? The reason that I ask is that if you are hooking up two batteries and it still won't fire you may have an ignition problem as opposed to a starter problem. Also check the low tension leads that connect to the ignition coils. These are known to work themselves loose over time.
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I've not checked anything yet buddy...i have not a clue where to start on ruling faults out...
I saw clutch maybe a problem or like you say ignition...problem is...I'm not sure how I kno useless as I am
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This could be pure chance I don't know but...though as you said...ok check fuses...1 of the 15 fuses was sticking up ever so slightly...pushed em all down just to be sure and the bikes only gone and started pmsl...pure chance or maybe not?? I'll keep you posted to its happenings when I attempt to take her out on Friday for a spin...If it won't start again...If fear that the fuse thing maybe just chance ☺
R3Tex
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Occam's Razor - the simplest solution is probably the best so check the things that are simplest and most accessable. Pull all of the fuses in the fuse box and make sure they are all good. Next check the leads on the coils to make sure they are tight. Next make sure the battery is fully charged. Make sure the bike is in neutral if on the side stand, pull in the clutch and see if she will fire.
R3Tex
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One other thing...the camera on your phone is perhaps your best diagnostic tool if you are unfamiliar with certain things. Take pictures and post them here with your questions. This will help the resident experts give you better advice.
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Sound advice...Thanks so much for yours...and all the guys input...Much appreciated ☺
TURBO200R4
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welcome from Arizona
when i got my 07 classic it had 6000 miles and it would start on the first crank.
now with about 26000 miles i have to crank it over about three different times.
i have not taken the time to fix the problem so what i do is give it a small shot of starting fluid and it starts on the first revolution. now because it starts on the first revolution i assume that the comp is not letting the injectors give it gas. of coarse it could still be a lot of things.
i bought the tune ecu and checked mine and all the settings looked great. might consider getting the tune ecu the cable is about $20 and the program is free. you will want it if you don't have a tune in it.
checks your volts while cranking if it goes much below 10 volts it may not work the injectors.
because of the border line cranking every little thing helps. (whats been said above)
good luck on fixing yours and let me know what you found
when i got my 07 classic it had 6000 miles and it would start on the first crank.
now with about 26000 miles i have to crank it over about three different times.
i have not taken the time to fix the problem so what i do is give it a small shot of starting fluid and it starts on the first revolution. now because it starts on the first revolution i assume that the comp is not letting the injectors give it gas. of coarse it could still be a lot of things.
i bought the tune ecu and checked mine and all the settings looked great. might consider getting the tune ecu the cable is about $20 and the program is free. you will want it if you don't have a tune in it.
checks your volts while cranking if it goes much below 10 volts it may not work the injectors.
because of the border line cranking every little thing helps. (whats been said above)
good luck on fixing yours and let me know what you found
Steve8319
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Greetings Baz from Essex, great you got it started. I know UK isnt particularly big but where you from 
