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Old Nov 3, 2021 | 08:20 AM
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on the communtator, make sure the insulators are below the surface. the carbon tracking can be removed with fine paper abrasive suitable for metal. i usually will chuck it up in a lathe to maintain truness. do not forget to service the bearings and check brush length.
 
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Hi
I have a problem with the assembly of this part






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Old Nov 4, 2021 | 07:28 AM
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33 minute Youtube video on the process will certainly help you more than I can
 
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Old Nov 5, 2021 | 12:37 PM
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Hi
I still have the same problem.
the starter lacks torque
 
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Model & year of bike ?
Stock or modified ? ( i.e. increased compression )
How many miles ?
How long have you had the bike ?
How long has it displayed the problem ?
Have you checked the condition and connections of the battery cables ? I assume yes as you`ve had the battery and starter "out"
Especially the grounds
Is your new battery fully charged ?
Do you know the battery is good ? There is such a thing as "new defective". load tested ?
Describe problem in more detail
Cranks slow when engine is hot ? ( i.e. at a gas stop ?)
Always cranks slow ?
Won`t crank at all ?
 

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Model & year of bike ? 1340 heritage 1990
Stock or modified ? ( i.e. increased compression ) i dont Know
How many miles ? 70000
How long have you had the bike ? 1 month
How long has it displayed the problem ? 1 month
Have you checked the condition and connections of the battery cables ? I assume yes as you`ve had the battery and starter "out"
Especially the grounds :yes. I would post pictures
Is your new battery fully charged ? Yes
Do you know the battery is good ? There is such a thing as "new defective". load tested ?the battery is new.
I will test with another battery
Describe problem in more détail
the starter engages but not enough power to run the engine.
310A battery is this sufficient?





 
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I will buy a more powerful battery
https://eu.odysseybattery.com/product/ods-agm16lmj-2/
https://eu.odysseybattery.com/product/ods-agm15lmj-2/
 
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