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eternity

I just washed my 2003 speedy covered everything like they say in the manual
now it wont kick at all .
what should i check first .
Thank you in advance Eternity

eternity

just tried her again away she goes must have got a bit of moisture some where .
BOY IFEEL MUCH BETTER NOW:

Still where would one look for moisture etc any way?????

Geoff

if every thing was covered, I dont know. I'd check the battery terminals to make sure they are clean and tight. Did you put a plastic bag over the handlebar controls?
maybe water temorarily shorted the kill switch
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Iceseven

Also check the coil connection boot, the boot isn't the best sealed already and maybe some water got in.

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richb

Waddya wash it for???!!! Must be a newbie......

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Baltobonneville

Stop washing it, they don't like water, as you found out.

I haven't washed mine in three seasons, I just wipe down the dirty parts with spray-on detailer, Windex, degreaser, WD40, whatever seems best-suited to the job. And when I disassemble anything, I thoroughly clean everything I can reach in the affected area.

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2005 Bonneville Blue 790cc, AI removed, Staintunes, Unifilter, no snorkel, 120/40/Thrux needle/1 shim/3 turns, fly screen, tacho, D9 gauge panel, center stand, Ikon 7610s, Hagon fork springs, gaiters, Pirelli Sport Demons, 3 seats.

Ray548

If I wanted to wash it, I would take it out in a driving rain storm, at least all the parts will be HOT.
I agree with the spray and wipe theory. Have not washed the bike since I got it and it still looks like the day it came off the floor. Besides spray and wipe gives me a use for all my old t-shirts and socks.

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boofhead

I wash mine every week , if it looks good then i feel good , check your side stand kill switch and the connections under the tank for that switch

ian

mrmoe

my hard starting (or no starting I should say) after washing was cured by removing the kickstand switch and sealing it well with silicone caulk.....