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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Andy from Sandy
For 2008 and 2017 the engine won't start if in gear unless you make a point of pulling the clutch. So probably includes all sportsters
Not so, pull on brake lever or step son brake and eng will start.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Down South
Don't know what you have but my bikes won't start in gear without the clutch engaged. Oh, Crap I just replied to a Bob post....
Guessing you meant with the clutch engaged.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Down South
Don't know what you have but my bikes won't start in gear without the clutch engaged. Oh, Crap I just replied to a Bob post....
How do you know that?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by BobRR
How do you know that?
Perhaps he read the Owner's Manual. Mine won't start in gear without pulling the clutch lever in against the left handlebar (clutch disengaged). If the interlock circuitry fails, it won't start in gear, engaged, or disengaged.


 
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