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Originally Posted by daveforty
If I understand correctly the starter motor solenoid isnt operating when you press the starter switch? There are three switches that may inhibit the engine running, or starter solenoid operating. They are the neutral switch, the propstand switch and the clutch lever switch. Try some lubricant spray on the propstand switch and check it extends fully when the stand is retracted. Also spray the clutch lever switch, and try pulling the clutch lever in slightly while operating the starter switch.
It is also possible the contacts on the solenoid are dirty or loose, so worth a dismantle and clean with some fine sandpaper or emery cloth.
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Thanks- yes, you are correct. The starter works as jumping the solenoid did make a spark and it turned over.
That's where I'm at - the only logical choices are the kill switch, the sidestand switch, and the clutch lever switch (and the starter button too). I was trying to predict which one was the most likely culprit - knowing that it worked before I applied a 12-amp battery charger and tried to start the bike and that the green neutral light does flicker when I press the starter button (suggesting that perhaps the starter button does function).
I was trying to minimize diagnosis - someone on another thread said they opened-up the housing for the kill switch and tiny parts when flying all over the place. I was hoping to avoid creating problems while trying to fix others
I'll start with the simple contact cleaner and lube of the clutch and the kickstand and the solenoid contacts (perhaps sandpaper too)
I *did* try to start it with lever in, lever out, sidestand up, sidestand down but to not avail. Push the start button and nothing happens...
