Hi all, went out for quick ride this morning to pick up some bits I'd ordered form a shop. She started fine and everything was normal on the way there, arrived at shop, did my business and went back to the bike. Ignition on, press starter button and all I got was a click from the solenoid. I've done all the usual checks (including trying a jump lead direct to the motor terminal), and power is getting through to the motor - it just won't turn over. I suspect it's self-destructed somehow, so I need to get it off to check. My question is - if I remove the starter motor will I get wet feet? Is it in a "dry" part of the crankcase or will I have to drain the oil first? It's a 2001 750SS ie Cheers in advance
Battery OK, I suppose? Put the bike in gear and turn the engine over, then try again.........Sometimes the starters can mis-meash and jam. AL
Thanks Arquebus. Battery is fine - the motor doesn't seem to be pulling any power when the solenoid latches, headlights don't even dim. I've tried connecting the terminal on the motor directly to the battery +ve with no results. What you say about the starter jamming may be right though - I tried bump-starting in second and first gears with someone pushing and the rear wheel just locked up. Weird the starter isn't pulling any power though. I guess the LH crank case cover will have to come off to remove the starter so I can have a look at it. Cheers
Yes checked that Carlos - solenoid fires correctly but nothing from the motor - the headlight doesn't even dim!
Try pushing backwards a bit? Also use a jump lead on the -ive side of the battery to a good engine earth point when you do the +ive side. AL
Give it a sharp tap with a hide mallet - often works on car starters - don`t break the housing though.
Thanks for all the replies. Got it sorted now - it wasn't the actual starter motor but the crimped connector on the end of the wire! Not sure why the motor didn't turn when I applied jump leads to the motor bolt, but it turn over fine now. I've replaced the spindly OEM cables with ones that are a bit more up to the job, negative cable included, and soldered the terminals as well! Glad I didn't have to replace the starter
