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Apr 20, 2023 | 10:41 PM

wolfryder

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jump the starter solenoid

what's the easiest way to jump the solenoid just to spin the motor over with a screwdriver 07 fatboy

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Originally Posted by wolfryder

what's the easiest way to jump the solenoid just to spin the motor over with a screwdriver 07 fatboy

Not sure why you would want to do this or how to do it. If you just want to bump the motor, you can pull the spark plug wires and "start" the motor. With no spark, the starter will just turn the motor over if the battery is in good shape. If, indeed, you want to jump a dead battery, see above and below videos.

The above video is great, but it doesn't really apply to the new Softails (2018+). Getting at the Touring bikes is a lot easier. The video below is not great, but it shows how to do it on a newer Heritage (and other Softails).