Starter issue?
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Starter issue?
Hello, all.
So my F2 will only start by push starting it. I tested the charging system and it's working properly and very strong, battery even holds a charge, but when I push the starter button it just makes a clicking sound or does nothing. This was a slow progression, first it would only start using the starter once or twice a day, then eventually it never starts using the starter. But if I put the bike in 2nd or 3rd gear, give it a good push she fires right up and runs great.
I don't wanna just waste money throwing parts at it, so the only conclusion I can come up with is, the starter has gone bad. All of my fuses are good and all of the wires look good and have continuity. Any other ideas? I'm getting too old and tired to push this thing every time I wanna ride it, haha.
Thanks!
So my F2 will only start by push starting it. I tested the charging system and it's working properly and very strong, battery even holds a charge, but when I push the starter button it just makes a clicking sound or does nothing. This was a slow progression, first it would only start using the starter once or twice a day, then eventually it never starts using the starter. But if I put the bike in 2nd or 3rd gear, give it a good push she fires right up and runs great.
I don't wanna just waste money throwing parts at it, so the only conclusion I can come up with is, the starter has gone bad. All of my fuses are good and all of the wires look good and have continuity. Any other ideas? I'm getting too old and tired to push this thing every time I wanna ride it, haha.
Thanks!
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It could be the starter relay/solenoid, or the button in the handlebar controls.
You can rule out the starter motor by testing these things, do a google or youtube search for "Starter solenoid bypass", that should give you an idea for how to jump the solenoid, which is located in front of the battery in the battery tray. (your positive power lead from the battery goes to the solenoid)
Make sure your bike is in Neutral when you test this, as your engine will crank over regardless of if your clutch is engaged or the kickstand is down.
If the engine cranks over strong, I would open up your handlebar controls and inspect the contacts on the starter button.
You can rule out the starter motor by testing these things, do a google or youtube search for "Starter solenoid bypass", that should give you an idea for how to jump the solenoid, which is located in front of the battery in the battery tray. (your positive power lead from the battery goes to the solenoid)
Make sure your bike is in Neutral when you test this, as your engine will crank over regardless of if your clutch is engaged or the kickstand is down.
If the engine cranks over strong, I would open up your handlebar controls and inspect the contacts on the starter button.
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