2009 Road King Classic FLHRC starter issue
#1
01-13-2019, 06:19 AM
2009 Road King Classic FLHRC starter issue
This is probably a pretty common issue, but I haven't found my fix just yet.
I have a 2009 Road King Classic FLHRC.
My key fob is definitely recognized by the bike.
I insert the key and turn it to unlock, then I turn the lever/dial over to the 'IGN' position.
Lights turn on and everything seems fine.
Then I press the 'RUN' switch on the handlebar and I hear the bike turn on.
I wait a few seconds and then I push and hold the 'START' button on the handlebar.
This is where the bike would normally start after a couple cranks, but now the bike just makes clicking noises and it sounds painful.
The bike has been sitting in a garage for over 6 months with no ability to start. Can anyone suggest a fix or add insight, please?
I would like to learn to fix it myself, so i'd prefer to keep it in the garage and work on it, rather than seek a mechanic.
Thank you for your time.
I have a 2009 Road King Classic FLHRC.
My key fob is definitely recognized by the bike.
I insert the key and turn it to unlock, then I turn the lever/dial over to the 'IGN' position.
Lights turn on and everything seems fine.
Then I press the 'RUN' switch on the handlebar and I hear the bike turn on.
I wait a few seconds and then I push and hold the 'START' button on the handlebar.
This is where the bike would normally start after a couple cranks, but now the bike just makes clicking noises and it sounds painful.
The bike has been sitting in a garage for over 6 months with no ability to start. Can anyone suggest a fix or add insight, please?
I would like to learn to fix it myself, so i'd prefer to keep it in the garage and work on it, rather than seek a mechanic.
Thank you for your time.
#2
01-13-2019, 11:34 AM
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#3
01-13-2019, 11:47 AM
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Your battery died. Install a new....
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#4
01-13-2019, 11:07 PM
Hey, thanks alot for responding. I did put a trickle charger on the battery for almost 24 hours and the battery showed it was good, but i'm still getting the same result.
I'm thinking it might have something to do with the fuel getting to the engine, since it's been sitting. ?
Fuel is in the tank, but it's old.. I'll see if I can get a new battery. If that doesn't help my bike start, what would be the next step you would take?
I am fairly handy with things and I don't mind fixing it myself, if I can save a few bucks.
Thank you ahead of time for sharing the info.
I'm thinking it might have something to do with the fuel getting to the engine, since it's been sitting. ?
Fuel is in the tank, but it's old.. I'll see if I can get a new battery. If that doesn't help my bike start, what would be the next step you would take?
I am fairly handy with things and I don't mind fixing it myself, if I can save a few bucks.
Thank you ahead of time for sharing the info.
#5
01-14-2019, 08:25 AM
Are you just getting a rapid click when start button is pressed?
If YES, then battery has some voltage but does not have sufficient amps to spin starter.
Having enough electrical energy to turn lights ON is different than having enough electrical energy to spin a high amperage draw item like a starter.
Note: While using some kinds of trickle chargers for 24 hours might bring a battery back, some brands will not charge a battery at all that is below 9 volts.
At this point a safe course of action would be to remove the battery, take battery to an automotive parts shop for a free battery testing.
In your case the automotive parts shop will probably charge battery first and then conduct a load test.
Basically you drop battery off and come back a couple of hours later and they hand you a little paper.
If battery is older than 3 years it is a high probability that battery will require replacement or is near replacement time but the load test would confirm.
Then once battery is installed you need to test charging system with a simple digital voltage meter to confirm voltage at battery posts at rest, while cranking and at high idle.
Check your area, most Batteries Plus Bulbs store can test the battery for you and most have the battery you need in stock.
They run online coupons for either $5 or 10% off sometimes too..
Hopefully you return and share your findings with others on forum.
DO NOT JUMP START FROM A RUNNING VEHICLE as electronics on bike can be damaged.
If YES, then battery has some voltage but does not have sufficient amps to spin starter.
Having enough electrical energy to turn lights ON is different than having enough electrical energy to spin a high amperage draw item like a starter.
Note: While using some kinds of trickle chargers for 24 hours might bring a battery back, some brands will not charge a battery at all that is below 9 volts.
At this point a safe course of action would be to remove the battery, take battery to an automotive parts shop for a free battery testing.
In your case the automotive parts shop will probably charge battery first and then conduct a load test.
Basically you drop battery off and come back a couple of hours later and they hand you a little paper.
If battery is older than 3 years it is a high probability that battery will require replacement or is near replacement time but the load test would confirm.
Then once battery is installed you need to test charging system with a simple digital voltage meter to confirm voltage at battery posts at rest, while cranking and at high idle.
Check your area, most Batteries Plus Bulbs store can test the battery for you and most have the battery you need in stock.
They run online coupons for either $5 or 10% off sometimes too..
Hopefully you return and share your findings with others on forum.
DO NOT JUMP START FROM A RUNNING VEHICLE as electronics on bike can be damaged.
#6
01-14-2019, 11:47 AM
Stellar HDF Member
Are you just getting a rapid click when start button is pressed?
If YES, then battery has some voltage but does not have sufficient amps to spin starter.
Having enough electrical energy to turn lights ON is different than having enough electrical energy to spin a high amperage draw item like a starter.
Note: While using some kinds of trickle chargers for 24 hours might bring a battery back, some brands will not charge a battery at all that is below 9 volts.
At this point a safe course of action would be to remove the battery, take battery to an automotive parts shop for a free battery testing.
In your case the automotive parts shop will probably charge battery first and then conduct a load test.
Basically you drop battery off and come back a couple of hours later and they hand you a little paper.
If battery is older than 3 years it is a high probability that battery will require replacement or is near replacement time but the load test would confirm.
Then once battery is installed you need to test charging system with a simple digital voltage meter to confirm voltage at battery posts at rest, while cranking and at high idle.
Check your area, most Batteries Plus Bulbs store can test the battery for you and most have the battery you need in stock.
They run online coupons for either $5 or 10% off sometimes too..
Hopefully you return and share your findings with others on forum.
DO NOT JUMP START FROM A RUNNING VEHICLE as electronics on bike can be damaged.
If YES, then battery has some voltage but does not have sufficient amps to spin starter.
Having enough electrical energy to turn lights ON is different than having enough electrical energy to spin a high amperage draw item like a starter.
Note: While using some kinds of trickle chargers for 24 hours might bring a battery back, some brands will not charge a battery at all that is below 9 volts.
At this point a safe course of action would be to remove the battery, take battery to an automotive parts shop for a free battery testing.
In your case the automotive parts shop will probably charge battery first and then conduct a load test.
Basically you drop battery off and come back a couple of hours later and they hand you a little paper.
If battery is older than 3 years it is a high probability that battery will require replacement or is near replacement time but the load test would confirm.
Then once battery is installed you need to test charging system with a simple digital voltage meter to confirm voltage at battery posts at rest, while cranking and at high idle.
Check your area, most Batteries Plus Bulbs store can test the battery for you and most have the battery you need in stock.
They run online coupons for either $5 or 10% off sometimes too..
Hopefully you return and share your findings with others on forum.
DO NOT JUMP START FROM A RUNNING VEHICLE as electronics on bike can be damaged.
Bob
#7
03-11-2019, 09:35 AM
beware the trickle chargers, i have had two go bad recently.
find a YOUTUBE video on how to take the battery out, and take & get it tested.
get on line/phone and start calling around, searching threads on here. most folks end up with an off brand battery from local metric bike store, like $130, i think advance has one for $130, IDK how much the dealer is now
bikes are easy to work on.
find a YOUTUBE video on how to take the battery out, and take & get it tested.
get on line/phone and start calling around, searching threads on here. most folks end up with an off brand battery from local metric bike store, like $130, i think advance has one for $130, IDK how much the dealer is now
bikes are easy to work on.
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