Why does my starter not work on my Harley Davidson?

If you press the start button and it just clicks and sounds like the starter drive gear does not align with the flywheel and does nothing, I cross the lugs at the starter relay and it throws the starter clutch drive gear into the flywheel and tries to start but will not stay engaged to turn the engine or just spins.

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 are the symptoms of a bad starter relay?

Listed below are a few of the symptoms of a damaged or worn out starter relay. If you notice these warning signs, make sure you contact a local ASE certified mechanic to completely inspect your vehicle as these symptoms might indicate problems with other components. 1. Vehicle does not start

Why does my Dyna FXDC bike not start?

Alarm, clutch inhibit & neutral safety all come from the TSSM. The TSSM controls the start relay. 09 Dyna FXDC, got power everywhere. Lights,Horn,Turn`s,Fuel Pump,Dash, Turn the key on, hit the run/stop switch, push the start button and Nothing. Not even a click or a buzz. Bike has been sitting for about 2 weeks.

What causes a Harley Davidson not to start?

Some other ideas: 1 Problem with security module or key FOB 2 Problem with clutch safety switch, or its wiring (if bike has it) 3 Bad relay (like you said)

Can you start a Harley Davidson HD without a fob?

Starting your HD without a Fob! Your HD has the ability to be started without a Fob present jus in case the Fob is lost or the battery goes dead! Your Pin# to over-ride the security system is usually loaded up with the last 5 numbers of your Harley’s serial # backwards! (EX: serial # last 5 is 1 2 3 4 5……….it was entered as 5 4 3 2 1).

Why does my electric golf cart not start?

The first and most obvious symptom is the golf cart won’t start. If it is a gas-powered cart, the engine doesn’t turn over, and if it is an electric cart, the cart doesn’t move. The engine on the gas-powered cart starts, but the starter doesn’t disengage after starting.

What should I do if my starter motor is out?

Like he said, most likely is your battery. However, when the hold in coil is out on the starter solenoid it will do the same thing that you are just describing. In that case you need a new starter motor or you could try to rebuild your solenoid. The starter motor and is very easy to swap out. First, disconnect your battery. Do not skip this step.

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.

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?

When did I replace the battery on my Street Glide?

I have a 2014 Street Glide Special with about 40k miles. I replace the main battery in February and then last week I took the bike for a ride. After stopping for a drink, the bike would not start.

Where is the starter button on a Harley Davidson?

Move the voltmeter’s red probe to the solenoid’s power input terminal, located on the top of the starter solenoid. Turn the ignition switch on and shift the motorcycle into neutral. Flip the engine stop switch, located on the right handlebar, into the “Run” position, then push the starter button for two seconds.

What happens when you push the start button on a Harley Davidson?

There’s a connector plugged into the top of the starter, green wire. Unplug the connector and probe it for B+ while pushing the start button. If it shows volts the start button is good. Then take a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to that same connector plug on the starter, the starter should spin and engage the engine (crank over).

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.

How can I tell if my car starter is working?

Unplug the connector and probe it for B+ while pushing the start button. If it shows volts the start button is good. Then take a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to that same connector plug on the starter, the starter should spin and engage the engine (crank over). If both those tests pass the battery and start button are okay.

Where is the starter button on a V-twin?

In the starting circuit you have ignition switch, run/stop switch, fuse, starter relay, solinoid and starter motor… Using a tester light you can see if you have battery voltage to the solinoid… Look for the green wire… Turn you ignition on and hit the start button, if the tester light comes on then your relay is ok…

What happens if you hit the starter button and nothing happens?

Battery good, lights , horn turn signal works. Fuel pump runs , hit starter and nothing, lights do not dim and no sound at all. All fuses O.K. starter relay maybe ? any advice ? 06 roadking by the way.

What does it mean when Your starter is spinning?

Starter spinning up indicates the solenoid is working. The solenoid is just a switch to connect the starter to the battery while using a lighter guage (and cheaper) wire to the control switch. The Bendix is either not engaging on the starter shaft or you’re missing some flywheel teeth or starter gear teeth. Click to expand…

Where can I find a Harley fiche diagram?

You can find Harley fiche diagrams at Ronnie’s H-D website , total parts break downs but no part numbers . The over-run clutch is just that , it’s inside the starter . The jackshaft is a separate part that connects the starter ouput shaft to the starter drive .

What should the current be on a Harley Davidson starter?

In addition to the starter current draw test, you can measure the voltage at the wire connected to the starter solenoid from the ignition switch. With the ignition in the on/run position and the button pressed, 12 volts should be present at this wire.

What happens when you discontinue power to the starter?

When you start the engine and release the key the circuit will, discontinue the power to the starting motor. If this stays on after the engine has started, the main contacts in the solenoid, have most likely failed. This will ultimately cause serious damage, to the whole starting system and the transmission flywheel.

How can I fix 2003 Harley flhtcui circuit breaker shutdown?

I called Harley in Milwaukee and they said to put new connectors on the wires to the CB and solder them. Did that. I tested one breaker but not all of them. The bike has power to start and go, then it will shut down on its own.

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 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!

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.

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.

Why is my starter spinning but not engaging flywheel?

The mechanism to engage the flywheel is faulty, probably it is seized, or battery doesn’t have enough power to make the solenoid fully pull the mechanism (check battery charge). Hit the solenoid “moderately” with a mechanic hammer, one or two dry blows, if next crank try works, then the mechanism is getting seized and needs maintenance.

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.

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