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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 08:34 AM
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Talking Starting troubles

Hey guys

I run a shovel from 77 . Mostly stock condition all over .

Just had the inner primary off to renew front sprocket for the rear drive chain .
also put a new clutch assembly with hub in .

Now ... the problem is that the soccer wont start.

Starter spins ..... no engagement on the starting ring . After some push at the button it kinda chatters .... like a relay sound .
Battery is fully charged . solonoid is new . Starter is bolted on tight .

Also suddenly .. headlight doesnt work when turning the dashboard switch

Ignition control light does come on .Bike wont start with kickstart .

This is killing me

what the h... is wrong here ?

 
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 08:52 AM
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Double check the wiring to the solenoid, and make sure you have the plunger/starter bendix/spring assembly together correctly.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by mrlexus
Double check the wiring to the solenoid, and make sure you have the plunger/starter bendix/spring assembly together correctly.
There's the starting point and check ALL the battery cable connections including the small ground wires .
 
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