What to do if your Bonneville wont start?
Charge the new battery overnight; 2. Get yourself (if you haven’t got one yet) an intelligent battery charger, with cable and connector installed on the bike, so that when you’ve finished for the day with the Bonny you can plug in your intelli-charger. This way you’ll have no future starter problems.
Are there any problems with the Triumph Bonneville T100?
The Triumph Bonneville T100 is much lighter than the T120 model, but both models offer a responsive ride for both back-roads and normal roads. Cons. Downshifting Problems; Starting Problems; Loud Squealing Brake Pads; Exhaust Popping On Deceleration; Cam Cover Gasket Oil Leak; Corrosion Issues; What Do the Reviews Say?
Why does my Triumph Bonneville have a bad battery?
Modern CPU-related bike technologies put more strain on the battery than the older models, so battery inspection is more crucial than ever. On newer models, Triumph has made an effort to upgrade its batteries.
Why does my Bonneville EFI not turn on?
Hi Herbie and welcome to the forum. There is a well-known issue with the Bonny efi’s (like yours) that if the battery standing voltage is less than – from memory – 12.5volts, the ECU will not excite the starter relay. 1.
Why does my Triumph Bonneville have no ignition?
At this point I checked to make sure all ignition wires were intact, gas in the tank, no leaks, fuses OK, etc. Everything seemed to be in order. I had battery power for lights and signals, and enough to even turn the engine over… just no spark-no start. I figured that one of the main electrical components had failed… coil, wires, plugs, etc.
Why does my Bonneville 650 T120 not start?
Because its a kick start is the battery of primary importance? other than turning my key for headlights etc. Since im bypassing the battery by pushing down the hill a dozen times, and still wont start. Do you think I have to look further than the battery such as the points gap.
When did my Triumph Bonneville bike not start?
Last December, I went to start the bike one morning, but although it would ‘hunt’ and try to go, it wouldn’t actually start.
At this point I checked to make sure all ignition wires were intact, gas in the tank, no leaks, fuses OK, etc. Everything seemed to be in order. I had battery power for lights and signals, and enough to even turn the engine over… just no spark-no start. I figured that one of the main electrical components had failed… coil, wires, plugs, etc.
Charge the new battery overnight; 2. Get yourself (if you haven’t got one yet) an intelligent battery charger, with cable and connector installed on the bike, so that when you’ve finished for the day with the Bonny you can plug in your intelli-charger. This way you’ll have no future starter problems.
Because its a kick start is the battery of primary importance? other than turning my key for headlights etc. Since im bypassing the battery by pushing down the hill a dozen times, and still wont start. Do you think I have to look further than the battery such as the points gap.
Last December, I went to start the bike one morning, but although it would ‘hunt’ and try to go, it wouldn’t actually start.
What to do if your starter doesn’t click?
If the the starter still clicks, clean ALL the battery cables and try again. This includes the Positive at the battery and the starter. The negative (ground) at the battery and the ground point. Also check ground strap from engine to frame. If it still clicks, disconnect the battery.
Why does my Bonny triumph not start up?
There is a well-known issue with the Bonny efi’s (like yours) that if the battery standing voltage is less than – from memory – 12.5volts, the ECU will not excite the starter relay. 1. Charge the new battery overnight; 2.
What does it mean when a Bonneville won’t start?
Still won’t start, all fuses are good, starter relay clicks when the neg is unhooked, lights work, kickstand up, clutch in all the simple things check out. The only thing I get when I push the starter button is a buzzing sound, like an old time door buzzer, from what sounds like the right side under the battery. Any ideas?
If the the starter still clicks, clean ALL the battery cables and try again. This includes the Positive at the battery and the starter. The negative (ground) at the battery and the ground point. Also check ground strap from engine to frame. If it still clicks, disconnect the battery.
What was the problem with my 2007 Bonneville?
I have a 2007 Bonneville which died last week, wouldn’t start so I put in a new battery, connections all tight. Still won’t start, all fuses are good, starter relay clicks when the neg is unhooked, lights work, kickstand up, clutch in all the simple things check out.
Hi Herbie and welcome to the forum. There is a well-known issue with the Bonny efi’s (like yours) that if the battery standing voltage is less than – from memory – 12.5volts, the ECU will not excite the starter relay. 1.
Do you need a new solenoid on a Bonneville?
I have fitted a new battery and I can start by linking the poles on the solenoid, does this mean I need a new solenoid or is there something else I need to check first thebiglad Old fart, still riding !
I have fitted a new battery and I can start by linking the poles on the solenoid, does this mean I need a new solenoid or is there something else I need to check first thebiglad Old fart, still riding !
There is a well-known issue with the Bonny efi’s (like yours) that if the battery standing voltage is less than – from memory – 12.5volts, the ECU will not excite the starter relay. 1. Charge the new battery overnight; 2.
What kind of reliability does a Triumph Bonneville have?
Overall the modern Bonneville is a paragon of reliability. The understressed engine churns along happily, asking little more than an oil-and-filter change on schedule, and the cams lift out easily for valve adjustments. (A chain runs up between the cylinders to a central gear that drives each cam.)
When did the Pontiac Bonneville go out of production?
The Bonneville remained Pontiac’s costliest and most luxurious model throughout the 1960s and was instrumental in pushing Pontiac to third place in sales from 1962 to 1970.
What kind of engine does a T120 Bonneville have?
T140 Bonneville. The early 650 cc T120 Bonneville, often known as the duplex frame model, was replaced in the early 1970s by the T140 Bonneville, the same basic machine but with a 750 cc engine.
What to do if your Bonny wont start?
Get yourself (if you haven’t got one yet) an intelligent battery charger, with cable and connector installed on the bike, so that when you’ve finished for the day with the Bonny you can plug in your intelli-charger. This way you’ll have no future starter problems. Incidentally, all Bonnys since 2008 have EFi, not carbs.
What does it mean when your car won’t turn over but Lights Come On?
No Spark – if your car will crank, but not turn over, but your lights come on, then you might not be getting a spark to the engine even though your electrical components are working. A spark needs to be used to ignite the fuel, letting the car start.
What kind of carbs does a Bonneville have?
This way you’ll have no future starter problems. Incidentally, all Bonnys since 2008 have EFi, not carbs. They have faux carbs, just for the look.
Why does my Triumph Bonneville start from cold?
This has steadily become worse and now, at 55000 miles, the fuel/air mixture is critical for the engine to start from cold. In the first six months of use, on three occasions the engine stopped after running through heavy rain on dual carriageway roads for six or seven miles.
Why does my Triumph Bonneville make a buzzing sound?
The problem is likely due to the starter relay. This can be checked by removing the left side panel and using your fingers to feel if the mechanism is moving when you try to start the bike. A strong click: This sound is much stronger and is also accompanied by a buzzing sound from the Bonneville.
This has steadily become worse and now, at 55000 miles, the fuel/air mixture is critical for the engine to start from cold. In the first six months of use, on three occasions the engine stopped after running through heavy rain on dual carriageway roads for six or seven miles.
When to ride the Bonneville around the bottom of Lake Michigan?
Saturday, March 9, 2013 I had an opportunity to meet a friend for dinner and since it was a relatively warm day (in the 40’s), and no precipitation in the forecast, I decided to ride the 2008 Bonneville the 85 mile, 1.5 hour trip around the bottom of Lake Michigan to Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, Michigan.
Why is my GM 3.8L fuel pump not working?
CASE 2: If the fuel pressure gauge registered 35 PSI. This fuel pressure gauge result lets you know that the fuel pump is working and delivering enough fuel to the fuel injectors. The reason your 3.8L GM vehicle is not starting is due to another reason.
How can you tell if your fuel pump is failing?
If you ignore all of the other warning signs of a failing fuel pump, it will eventually fail completely. Once your fuel pump has finally given up the ghost, no fuel will reach your engine. You may hear your spark plugs firing when you try to start your car, but without fuel, the engine won’t be able to turn over.
Can a lack of fuel cause a 3.8L mini van?
CASE 1: If the fuel pressure gauge registered 0 PSI. This confirms that the cause of your 3.8L equipped GM car or mini-van is caused by a lack of fuel. Now, I’m going to make one more recommendation to you: Before you condemn the fuel pump as bad, check that the fuel pump is getting 12 Volts as the engine is cranking.
Can a fuel pump go bad on a mini van?
When the fuel pump goes bad on your GM 3.8L equipped car or mini-van, it’s going to crank but not start. Although it stinks that your vehicle is not starting, the cool thing is that testing the fuel pump is not hard.
What to do if your car starter won’t engage?
The battery powers the starter, and if it is not working, the starter will fail to engage completely. Charge your car battery fully, and you can even try to replace the car battery if you have another one you know works.
Why is my car not starting when I Turn on the ignition?
You pop into your garage in a hurry, but the car will not start when you turn on the ignition key. You can hear the starter spinning, but it’s not engaging with the flywheel. What could be wrong? Here is a more detailed list of the 5 most common causes why your starter won’t engage.
You pop into your garage in a hurry, but the car will not start when you turn on the ignition key. You can hear the starter spinning, but it’s not engaging with the flywheel. What could be wrong? Here is a more detailed list of the 5 most common causes why your starter won’t engage.
The battery powers the starter, and if it is not working, the starter will fail to engage completely. Charge your car battery fully, and you can even try to replace the car battery if you have another one you know works.
Is there a problem with the ignition switch?
To troubleshoot this, turn on all your lights, try to start the car. If the light dim considerably, your ignition switch is OK. In my case, when I opened the ignition switch, I saw a bandage around the Ignition Switch that propted me, may be this is the problem but I am not sure yet.
What does it mean when your Bonneville says misfiring?
So, just to be clear, the problem is backfiring and generally misbehaves (????) – is this on the throttle or when on over-run with the throttle closed? So, just to be clear, the problem is backfiring and generally misbehaves (????) – is this on the throttle or when on over-run with the throttle closed?
What’s the problem with my 2009 Bonneville SE?
Hello, I have a 2009 Bonneville SE which has developed an annoying habit. I start it up on the choke , warm it up etc. but for the first mile or so it backfires and generally misbehaves ! If I then open up the throttle for a quick burst it seems to drive through it , then everything is fine.
Are there any problems with the Pontiac Bonneville?
One problem is the blower control module which is like the resistor coils for old blowers is an electronic unit on the auto temperature control models. It sits on top of the air box next to the blower motor under the hood. The relay center needs to be loosened (1 or 2 bolts) and raised to access it. Available at Advanced Auto, etc.
Why is MY 1993 Bonneville not getting heat?
I have a 1993 Bonneville SSE. I was not getting any heat. I sent it to a local garage and they replaced the temp sensor and the programmer. The mechanic said that it wasn’t the problem and is stumped on why there is still no heat control. The mechanic is stumped with the problem and rigged something so now the heat doesn’t shut off.
What to do if your Pontiac Bonneville heater is hot?
Run car until fully hot and speed up motor to 2500 for a few seconds and repeat this 5 times to push water into heater core and get the air bubble out. #2: If radiator full when running motor is hot, are both heater hoses hot even with blower running at full speed.
What does the instrument cluster do on a Pontiac Bonneville?
The instrument cluster on a Pontiac Bonneville is your direct line into the operating components of your engine. It tells you how fast you’re going, how much gas you have and how many revolutions per minute your engine is turning. Unfortunately, if one of the gauges stops working, then most likely the entire cluster needs to be replaced.
What does it mean when your engine turns over but won’t start?
When your engine turns over but won’t start, it means the engine is having a hard time creating a spark, producing compression, or receiving fuel. If you hear the engine turning over, the problem has to do with the starting motor system, not the engine itself.