uh oh... that doesn't sound to good

[bikerzx7r1981]

I have put the gs1000/1100 project back together after anumber of problems... and she runs fine. still cosmetic work to be done... will post pics.

Only problem is... when I start it for the first time it sound like that the starter is spinning but hitting something... bit of a loud clank

yet doesnt do it when warm... then next day will do it again... first time.

I tried pulling the clutch in when starting and it didnt do it.

any suggestions... i know the battery aint charging well.... could it be just battery bit run down? or could it be starter clutch

[chef1366]

Sounds like the starter clutch unless the battery is very weak.

[bikerzx7r1981]

I dont think the battery is really weak... so sounds like starter clutch... is that a big job?

[srsupertrap]

I believe you have the same problem I experienced after installing a Wiseco 1085 kit especially since you state it happens in the morning when it's "cold" and does not happen when it's warm. So I would suggest the following

1) Verify you Charging System is operating per the Stator papers, then

2) Read the thread below and focus on Option #2 which lets you spin the motor first w/o turning on the Run switch till it's spinning fast enough

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=123877

Let us know what your investigation reveals . . .