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Post by gadget on Mar 11, 2007 21:12:50 GMT
Went to take the bike out yesterday and pressed the starter switch only to hear a click from under the seat, flat battery thought I, charged it up for an hour or so, 12.99v in the battery still only a click! A mate came round suggested that I select a gear and move the rear wheel, which I did, heard a buzzing clicking sound from somewhere at the front of the engine and hey presto press the switch and it started, today same scenario, any ideas? time for a new starter motor? all help thankfully received...
gadget
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Post by Fiasco on Mar 11, 2007 21:17:54 GMT
Try replacing the brushes first - much cheaper option !!
Fairly easy to get to as long as you remember where everything goes back !
Dave ;D
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Post by ContourMac on Mar 11, 2007 21:23:29 GMT
Had the same trouble with my old Mondeo. Called out the RAC (well if you've paid the money - use them) and the guy duly arrived, inspected the problem, and twatted it with a hammer!
Worked perfectly until the day I sold it. ;D
This is a recollection of an event and should not be relied on, or used as a basis for any future repair. I can not be held responsible blah, blah, blah.........................
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Post by chunk166 on Mar 11, 2007 21:30:28 GMT
had the same problem myself last year, ended up stripping it down & gave it a good clean out & pushed the springs in a little to tighten to bushes against the rotor, bingo (touchwood) not had any trouble since. but if your after a starter motor there are a few on ebay at the moment.
ray
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Post by gadget on Mar 11, 2007 21:47:00 GMT
thanks guys I'll have a look next weekend, my main concern is not to become stranded whilst out in middle of the fens.. so maybe a backup starter motor to replace for peace of mind etc..
regards all have a good week..
gadget
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Post by CD on Mar 12, 2007 21:01:57 GMT
Rue the day UJMs stopped coming with kick starters and electric.
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