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Old Sep 16, 2020 | 01:30 PM
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Hello gentlemen~
Today I ve got some embarrassing situation with my 91 softail .
I had the battery charged and the ride started perfectly.
and rode to work . It was good until then.
After work I tried to start her but now she didn't start.
There came only sound of starter whining as if when battery was too weak to turn it round.
The ride managed to start being pushed by two guys.
I rechecked if the battery line got loose and no problem there.
I ve never checked charging system until now since I got ths ride 3 years ago.
What do you think caused this ?
Any answer would be appreciated.

 

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Old Sep 16, 2020 | 01:38 PM
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Follow the "How to Diagnose Your Charging System" sticky at the top of the EVO section.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2020 | 08:47 AM
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Do what Beemervert said. Start with the battery. Load test it.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2020 | 09:35 AM
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Do what Beemervert said. Start with the battery. Load test it.
Agreed, we don't need another "Starter Issue" thread..
 
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Old Sep 18, 2020 | 01:14 PM
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I had a similar thing happen.
Follow the charging system check sticky in the electrical section.
Mine turned out to be the voltage regulator.
 
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