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Won't Start...Battery?

Started by bbaw8, August 21, 2009, 07:38:10 AM

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bbaw8

So I am trying to sell my bike and when I went to fires it up after about 3 weeks to month it wont start. the lights and horn work fine but when I I try to start it, it tries to turn but then clicks. After trying 4-5 more times now it just click and doesn't try to turn over. Could this be my battery? 

joshr08

with 99.999999999999% certinty its your battery got it on a charger or push start it and ride it for a while
05 GS500F
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k&n air filter,pro grip gel grips,removed grab handle,pro grip carbin fiber tank pad,14/45 sprockets RK X-oring Chain, Kat rear shock swap and Kat rear wheel swap 160/60-17 Shinko raven rear 120/60-17 front matching set polished and painted rims

bill14224


+1 to Josh's comment, but if the battery won't hold a charge more than a few weeks get a new battery for the new owner.  Don't screw him/her.
V&H pipes, K&N drop-in, seat by KnoPlace.com, 17/39 sprockets, matching grips, fenderectomy, short signals, new mirrors - 10 scariest words: "I'm here from the government and I'm here to help!"

bbaw8

 How do I push start it. I tried to start it while rolling. Same result I don't want to screw anybody thats why I wanted to check it out first anyway. It used to start fine.

bbaw8

Nevermind just saw a video on youtube on how to push start. I haven't tried that.

bassmechanicsz

My battery won't hold a charge anymore when i let it sit for a couple of weeks without use and i know i need to replace it.  I have found that when it does sit for a few weeks it will start if i unplug the headlight first and then start it (F model).  Don't know if the E is as easy to unplug but that helps get it started sometimes if you aren't parked in a spot where you have enough room to bump start it.
K&N Lunchbox, Jardine Full Exhaust, 15T Front Sprocket, 40T Rear Sprocket, Shock Racing LED Mirrors, LED front blinker, LED Integrated Taillight, Additional LED rear blinkers, Scorpion sealed Battery, NGK Iridium Spark Plugs, Cafeboy seat cowl (in process of painting)

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