What are the symptoms of a Harley Davidson starter problem?

Harley Davidson Electra-Glide 1985 FLHT start clutch drive problem. Symptoms: When starter button is pressed there is a click and nothing happens or the starter drive tries to engage and then does not stay engaged. There is a lot of racket and noise like gears grinding.

What’s the voltage drop on a Harley Davidson starter?

Connect your meter leads to the battery terminals and set to read DC volts . Check DC volts prior to cranking starter then while cranking starter , the difference is the voltage drop . If you start with say 13v. static and then get 10v. cranking you’d be in the correct voltage drop range .

What kind of battery does a 1991 fxsts have?

I have a 1991 FXSTS and I seem to be buying a lot of batteries. This is the deal. When starting the engine the starter will almost always click at least once before the starter catches and the bike starts. Sometimes it never catches and the battery runs down to where you get the multiple clicks and no start.

Why does my solenoid not work on my Harley?

It could be that and it could be the switch. I called the sound a click but it really is a chunk. It sounds like the starter is engaging but nothing happens after that. Maybe it’s just getting enough juice to activate the solenoid and engage the starter but not enough to turn it over.

What to do if your FLHT won’t start?

So, after checking all relays and fuses and as Dave63 mentioned the battery terminal cables for being loose or shorted I would have the starter clutch/solenoid checked…..I think mine was basically rebuilt and works fine for the time being! Let me know if this helps and is in fact the culprit!

Why is my starter so hard to start?

BUT, more compression and starting load means more strain and stalled current draw on the starter….all things being equal. “Usually hard starting is a tossup between aged battery or bad starter depending on duty of service time and stress wise.

Why does my Harley Davidson hard start when hot?

Hard starting when HOT, but the engine spins up fine, means either lack of fuel or weak, no spark. If your Dyna is EFI, your fuel pump is losing prime/pressure due to fuel line leak…look here: http://www.hdtimeline.com/diagnosti…lated/979-engine_dies_and_runs_in_spurts.html

How can you tell if your starter relay is bad?

The most obvious warning sign that a problem with the starter relay exists is when the vehicle won’t start when you engage the ignition process. As stated above, electronic keys do not have a manual ignition switch. However, when powered, it should send a signal to the starter relay once the key is turned or the starter button is pressed.

What to do if your Harley won’t start?

Take the 2 relays and swap them……….see what happens. Check positive and neagative cable tightness at starter and ground lug. The oil spill thing has nothing to do with the no start issue. too.) then see if the bike will start. you can use starting fluid thru the intake but use it spareingly.2 short spirts of s/ fluid.

What’s the voltage on a Harley Davidson starter?

I check the voltage at the kill switch and get 12.3 from the black and white wire that goes to the kill switch and the start button. But, I only get 9.2 volts from the black and red wire from the start switch to the start relay. All the fuses are good and there are 12 volts to the starter and the solenoid.

Why does my Harley Davidson starter keep spinning?

I did unplug the green wire at the starter and hit the starter button and the starter did not spin or anything. It looks like the green wire is the start button wire. Correct me if im wrong. Also i hot wired from battery directly to starter and again, just spinning. The battery has 12 volts with a voltmeter.

Why does my Harley Davidson make a whine when I let off the gas?

Hmmm I have always noticed just a slight whine when I let off the gas (even before I put in 90 Severe Gear in the trans) course I don’t know what was in the bike when I bought it. Previous owner just told me he used full synthetic.

How do you change a starter on a Harley Davidson?

Add a drop of blue Loctite to the starter mounting bolt threads. Insert the bolts into the starter. Thread the bolts into the inner primary. Torque the bolts to 25-27 foot-pounds. Remove the cloth that’s covering the engine oil filler. Reinstall the oil filler cap. Slip the battery positive cables over the stud. Install the nut.

What should I do if my starter doesn’t work?

Replace the starter drive unit, as well as the plunger unit. Clean and tighten all solenoid, starter and battery connections. Make sure the primary starter bushing isn’t work as well. Just did this on my ’08 Ultra. With the SE compensator, and AllBalls starter drive, it fires up better then it did when brand new!

Why does my’95 Heritage Softail not start?

Discussion in ‘ Electrical ‘ started by Phoenix0, Sep 17, 2008 . I have a ’95 heritage softail. My starter relay is repeatedly failing. Let me explain the bike would not start sometimes, then after a short period of time it stopped starting. I took it in and found the starter relay was the problem we had it replaced.

Why is my starter relay not working on my Harley?

I took it in and found the starter relay was the problem we had it replaced. Again after 2 weeks it started having the same problem again of not starting. Now it will not start until I rattle the relay, then it will work for two weeks.

How many wires are in a Harley starter?

Question on Harley starter wiring for you. I have a 1990 FLHS, there are 3 wires 1 wire from the battery, 1 that goes to the switch (50) and 1 other wire. I cannot remember how this connects except for the switch wire.

How do you retract starter solenoid on Harley Davidson?

Connect the free clip to the starter relay terminal on the left side of the starter solenoid. The solenoid pinion gear, exposed at the inner face of the solenoid, should click and retract into the starter housing. The starter solenoid is defective if the pinion gear does not retract.

Are there any problems with the HD starter?

There are a few very common HD Starter problems. It starts with pushing the start button on only hearing a “click”. It’s a quick summary of these problems and the fixes for them Category Autos & Vehicles Show moreShow less Loading… AutoplayWhen autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Up next

What happens when the crank sensor on a Harley goes bad?

In newer models, the crank position sensor is designed in such a way that it allows you to reach your destination even after it goes bad. Usually, the symptoms of a bad crank position sensor on Harley Davidson are quite easy to notice. For example, you experience slight hesitation with the engine or reduced mileage, etc.

Where are the starter bolts on a Harley Davidson?

Remove all wiring connections from the starter solenoid and starter motor, using a combination wrench. Unscrew the starter mounting bolts using a socket wrench. The bolts are from the right side of the engine on most Harley-Davidson models; however, Sportster models locate the bolts within the primary chaincase on the left side of engine.

What can cause 1989 Harley pukes oil out crankcase vent?

Re: 1989 harley pukes oil out crankcase vent when started… Blow by compression. Severe engine problems. Pull the heads look at cylinder walls You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. I have 1983 Harley Sportster 1000 that won’t fire when I first turn the key, but after a few minutes it fires right up what can cause this?

Where is the start relay on a Harley Davidson?

It is the GRAY one. On the inside cover there is a label that will identify the START Relay. 4) Look at the bottom of the removed gray relay closely. You will see pin notation as follows. 87,,87A,,30,,85,,86. 5) Leave the relay REMOVED from the bike.

Why is the starter not engaging on my V-twin?

The starter motor is getting the power from the battery and the motor is spinning, but the shaft that extends out from the starter and makes contact with the gear on your clutch is not engaging. There can be a couple causes for this, but I can’t remember them all.

What should I do if my starter is not engaging?

You should feel an hear the jackshaft engaging, and hear the starter turning, but not the engine. You could also just pop the derby cover and look with a flashlight and have someone hit the stater button also. You will see it popping in and out. If it was the realay you would not hear anything or maybe a very slight click/tick.

What kind of starter does a 2002 FXDX have?

2002 FXDX. Starter spins like a mother^&*, engages occasionally but then disengages and spins like a drill. If I tap tap tap the starter botton I could get it to engage afetr about 5 tries but it would release and not engage again.

What are the problems with a Harley Davidson starter?

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What are the symptoms of a bad starter?

Symptoms: When starter button is pressed there is a click and nothing happens or the starter drive tries to engage and then does not stay engaged. There is a lot of racket and noise like gears grinding.

Why does my starter shaft not spin up?

The Bendix is either not engaging on the starter shaft or you’re missing some flywheel teeth or starter gear teeth. Click to expand… The solenoid also functions to activate the solenoid plunger which kicks out the bendix. The starter could spin up, but not activate the plunger.

Where does the starter go on a V twin?

Occasionally the bike starts. When you hit the starter button, it sends 12 volts and about an amp or so to the 86 position on your starter relay.

Why does my starter not turn the motor over?

When I engage the starter it doesn’t turn the motor over. You can hear the starter turn over and occasionally it will turn the motor over and I need to know how to determine if it is the clutch in the starter drive gear or the solenoid.

Why does the starter not engage when clutch is good?

The jack shaft will not engage unless the clutch is good. Correction, the jack shaft will engage with the clutch ring gear, but will not turn the engine over if the overrunning clutch is slipping. I had the same problem, would work some times and not other times, made a whirrrrring noise! I am going to assume your bike is about 87 or newer.

Occasionally the bike starts. When you hit the starter button, it sends 12 volts and about an amp or so to the 86 position on your starter relay.

Why does my starter click when trying to start?

The starter will either push the jack shaft out and spin (then the starter is good )or the jackshaft will click in and out rapidly and then you’ll know it’s the solenoid hold in coil. But it’s probably just the battery. Was this answer helpful?

Why do I hear one click when starting my car?

If the battery appears to be charged (the headlights, stereo and other accessories work) but you only hear one click, then the problem probably lies with the starter motor or the solenoid. The solenoid is the switch that engages the starter motor so it turns the flywheel and starts the engine.

Do you know the signs of a failing starter motor?

Knowing the signs of a failing starter motor, can help you diagnose the problem. When Diagnosing starter motor problems, always start with the battery. So, for your starter motor to work properly, your car battery has to be in; excellent working condition and fully charged.

When do I need to replace my starter motor?

So, if this happens the starting motor will have to be replaced. The most common problem with a starting motor is, when you turn your key and nothing happens. A solenoid or motor that has burned out or electrical issues, may cause this as well. Furthermore, a dead battery can cause the same problem.

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