Starter Sticking

[Captain Rich]

Actually sounds like a bad solenoid - I've had the same problem on cars and boats (although never on a bike)...sometimes a poor connection (open/short) can reduce the volts/amps that reach the solenoid. Check the simple stuff first! A loose connection would make for an easy fix. Good Luck.

 

[Bishop]

I have this problem and it ends up being corrosion in the start button. Punch it and it's good.

 

[R34ME]

Can be due to a bad relay check em as well......

 

[atomsplitter]

+1 with Juggs. Split the control box on the handlebar (2 screws) and spray it with WD-40 inside. Then try it. If the starter kicks in first try it's your button. If not, the problem is elsewhere. Simple easy test.

 

[atomsplitter]

Be sure to post up some pics of the repair so anyone else with the same malady has a starting point. Good you tracked (traced) it down. :wink:

 

[budman]

.. 8) ..good job..

 

[atomsplitter]

That's a REPAIR! Thanks for the pictures.

 

[TurboFan]

Thanks for the link!

 

[NativeOne]

Nicw work but a shame for the ****ty repair work you had to endure! You might want to take it back to the shop and show it to them!

Native One

 

[honker]

This thread is very helpful as I am having the same issues. However it is difficult to tell from the pictures the exact location of this electrical terminal. Any clarification as to its location would be greatly appreciated!!