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2003 FXSTD-SE Deuce will not start

Old May 5, 2022 | 04:09 PM
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Default 2003 FXSTD-SE Deuce will not start

Bike sat for three weeks. Turned the ignition over to start it was completely dead. Batter is less than one year old. Solenoid replaced 2-3 years ago.
Jumped the battery the suitable power pack. Bike started but as soon as I discounted the cables from the battery, dead. Then I tried again but left the power pack on a little while longer while the back ran. That time is died with the cables still on the battery.

Been riding this bike since I was 14 but this year the old man passed it down to me. So, I have 17 years riding experience but only 1 month Harley owner experience. I'll likely be on this forum a lot. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
 

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Welcome to the Forum from Colorado!

Get the battery charged and checked. Replace if necessary. Then report back.
 
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Will do. Thanks, man.
 
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Welcome to the Forum from Colorado!

Get the battery charged and checked. Replace if necessary. Then report back.
Replaced the battery. Seems to be running well right now.
 
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