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    Lights work but

    when I hit the starter button all i get is a clicking sound, but every now and then it will start. Im new to this so any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

    #2
    Sounds like a dead batter or a loose connection.

    Happy hunting.

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      #3
      Originally posted by Steve View Post
      Sounds like a dead batter or a loose connection.

      Happy hunting.

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      +1 always start with a good battery. A load test will tell you (autozone does this). I had a battery that showed good at rest, but when a load was applied dropped to 2V. No wonder bike wouldn't start

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        #4
        As Steve said,clean all your electrical connections.Prob 30 years old.

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          #5
          Hi,

          Have a look at the electrical section on my little website. There may be something there that will help.

          Make sure your batter cables are clean and well connected, make sure the solenoid is properly grounded, etc. In other words, check and clean all of your electrical connections, repair or replace as necessary. It could be something really simple, but all of the connectors should be cleaned anyway.


          Thank you for your indulgence,

          BassCliff

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            #6
            Thanks guys, Im gouing to check it this evening.

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