82 GS750e Starter solenoid location?

[mret430]

Hi,

Where exactly is the starter solenoid located? Have new battery but starter cranks slowly on startup.

Thanks!

 

[Baatfam]

Should be under the left side cover....

 

[tom203]

Remove the battery and go fishing for the solenoid

 

[Rich82GS750TZ]

Mret430, you need to get yourself a service manual. You can download one at bikecliff's website:
http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/
Either of the 750 16 Valve books will serve you well. Review them both to find your bike.
The solenoid is called a relay on most parts fiches and references. See partsoutlaw.com, bakebandit.com, Babbittsonline.com, others.
Should be on the left side (as you sit on the bike) if you can see the fuse block, the starter solenoid or relay is to the left
Looks like this:

Someone else can chime in on your slow crank and correct me if I'm wrong but I think a solenoid either works or doesn't and your slow crank condition may be the the actual starter motor needing attention.

 

[Steve]

... I think a solenoid either works or doesn't and your slow crank condition may be the the actual starter motor needing attention.

You are correct on both parts. :encouragement:
1. If your starter turns when you push the button, the solenoid is obvously working. If the start STOPS turning when you release the button, the solenoid is working in THAT direction, too. (Sometimes they will stick in the ON position.)

2. You say you have a new battery, but it still might not be up to full potential. Use some jumper cables to connect your car to your bike, but make sure the car is NOT running at any time it is connected to the bike. Try starting the bike. If the starter is still slow, it's not an issue with the battery. You will have to remove the starter. Not sure about your bike, you will probably have to remove the carbs for access to the starter.

3. Before you open the starter, make marks on the housing to make sure you get things lined up correctly when you put it back together. When you open it, you will likely find a LOT of carbon dust. Clean it out carefully. Inspect the condition of the brushes, they will likely need replacement. Parts are available from Stockers Starters. You might note that the link is actually for an 850. Your 750 uses the same starter, but their 750 page does not show the repair parts.

Some of the earlier GSes had starters by either Denso or Mitsuba. One had two brushes, the other had four. Make sure you get the repair kit that matches your starter. Brushes (only) are about $10, but you can get a full rebuild kit that includes bearings, seals, brushes and more for just $30. I would recommend the full kit.

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[Baatfam]