New Member - Starting Problem
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New Member - Starting Problem
Hey everyone, new member with a starting problem. Looking for some help.
'02 injected Electra Glide. Here's the facts.
1. Bike has been sitting for 2-months.
2. Battery was dead, it is now charged and currently at 12.2v but goes down quickly when cranking.
3. Engine cranks, but won't fire. Not even an initial fire.
4. Have tried several times now have gas/oil leaking from (breather?) when I try to start.
What steps should I take to track this down. Also since I assume an oil change will be required due to fuel contamination from multiple starting attempts.
Any advice would be great. Got a big ride next weekend.
Thanks!
'02 injected Electra Glide. Here's the facts.
1. Bike has been sitting for 2-months.
2. Battery was dead, it is now charged and currently at 12.2v but goes down quickly when cranking.
3. Engine cranks, but won't fire. Not even an initial fire.
4. Have tried several times now have gas/oil leaking from (breather?) when I try to start.
What steps should I take to track this down. Also since I assume an oil change will be required due to fuel contamination from multiple starting attempts.
Any advice would be great. Got a big ride next weekend.
Thanks!
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Joined: Jul 2007
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I would suspect a bad battery, assuming all the connections are clean. Just because you have 12 volts doesn't mean you have any amps. Try jump starting it. If that works, go buy a new battery especially if this is the original battery.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Peoria, AZ
AGM batteries don't jump so good. A good battery should read between 13-15 volts but even this is no indication of CCA ability. Have it load tested before going to the next troubleshooting step.
Big Kahuna HDF Member
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From: USA
Big Kahuna HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: USA
Take a 30-60 minute freeway ride and you will burn off the fuel dilution. If you pull the dipstick and it reeks of gas then change the oil. When you get it started get some new fresh fuel in it. Oh yeah, BTW, Welcome to the forum. Go to the new members section and introduce yourself.
Last edited by KBFXDLI; Sep 2, 2008 at 08:47 AM.
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