I thought I had just ran the battery down. After charging it, when I try to start the bike it makes a clicking\whinny type sound. I am looking at the shop manual now, but not really mechanically inclined. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.


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I just used jumper cables on it and it tried to start but no luck.

 

I'm no expert, but did you check the battery after charging it? read the voltage meter while turning it over to see if it dips down too much, which I believe would mean the battery has no life left and its time for a new one. Another thought would be to check the connections of the battery terminals.

 

How old is the battery ? Battery life varies depending on a number of factors,my batteries only last an average of three years.If you don't have a meter to check it,take the battery to somewhere that can.

 

the battery is around 2 years old. I am hoping that is the problem. Plan on taking it out and getting it check saturday. Hope it is that simple.

 

First check the battery voltage.....it should be roughly 12.5V....you could even remove the battery and take it to a auto parts chain store like Auto Zone or Advance, and they will check (load test) it for free. If the voltage is low, put it ona trickle charger for a few hours and then check the volts again. If the battery reads less than 12V after charging its shot....replace it. After you replace the battery make sure the ground leads are clean and tight and check all your terminal hardwear.....also make sure the positive lead is ok.
Next thing I would do is remove the both spark plugs and clean them with some electrical contact cleaner......put a little bit of Anti-Seize on the threads and put them back in (just do not over tighten them). Now with a fully charged battery and either a fresh set or freshly cleaned set of plugs installed give it another try starting.

Good luck and post back and let us know what your results were.

 

ended up being a dead battery. woo, got lucky on that one. [/align]