I've been having an issue where the bike does not start consistently. Sometimes, no problems, other times, no start. After some research, I saw many people pointing to the starter solenoid relay. Found it on the bike, wiggled it around, bike started. Ever the optimist, I hoped that replacing the solenoid would solve the problem.
Well, it didn't. Got the brand-new universal solenoid installed, no start. Pushed the solenoid around, started up, ran through a couple of starts, and no luck. Any suggestions from the more mechanically-inclined?
Make sure all the battery cables are tight... and the earth one on both ends?! ... :thumb:
Sounds like a dodgy wiring problem, you should check connections and possibly use a multimeter to check for continuity.
have a look at the connector which plugs into the starter relay, the terminals in mine was dirty and caused all kinds of electrical problems. :dunno_black:
Thanks for all the great tips! Unfortunately, my desire to do it myself has been beaten down by my lack of ability. I checked what I could, and I'm 99% certain it's somewhere in the wires from the relay to the starter motor. So, off to the shop I go.
Any clunking while cranking? Could be the loose starter rotor bolt causing the crank to slip.
Have you checked the Clutch dis-engage switch? Its on the clutch handle under-side. Two screws hold it in. It prevents the starter from getting electrical current with the clutch handle out. A safety switch that slides to one side to make a connection and allow electrical current to flow to starter.
Can you give more details on "won't start"?
... is it cranking, but not turning over?
... is it a dead click?
... is it no response of any kind?
Yeeeees. . ^This! ...
tongue in cheek anecdote only!! following, not personal attack!
"My bike won't start! I replaced everything!"
Your kill switch is up!
"Oh. ..... click. .... my bike still won't start!" ...
:whisper: put the key in on position also!
"Oh. ... click. .. it starts!"
Lol
But yes. . Won't start covers. .. umm... several/many variations of activity that's happening/not happening! :thumb: