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The 2009 RK fuel pump doesn't turn on

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Old Dec 29, 2008 | 08:51 PM
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Default The 2009 RK fuel pump doesn't turn on

I have some minor issues with my 2009 RK. I attached a battery tender and the negative connection was loose. When I turned on the main switch the fuel pump sputtered but the starter motor would not engage.

Finally, I found the loose harness connection (to the negative battery terminal) and tightened it. I turned on the main switch and the little bike turned right over and rumbled until I turned it off.

I went out to turn it on again but now the fuel pump won't turn on even though the starter motor will. What did I screw up? Is it a fuse or did I blow the fuel pump somehow?

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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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Check the fuel pump fuse... I'ts clearly marked on your fuse panel cover....
 
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Old Dec 31, 2008 | 10:38 AM
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Default I check them this morning...

Thanks...I check all the fuses and all seem OK. Could I have blown one of the main relays (you know, the little black box guys)? Sorry to be so technical. How do I check those, or do I just order them in?

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rrce

PS. I hate it when I know my bike isn't working--even when its snowing...
 
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