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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 08:21 PM
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I just changed out the handle bars on my '12 Ultra Classic and now it won't start unless it's in neutral. Everything else works works as it did before the swap. Any ideas?
 
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 08:34 PM
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check the plunger on the left switch housing.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 09:03 PM
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What am I looking for on the switch housing?
 
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 09:22 PM
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sometimes when removing and reinstalling the left housing the plunger for the clutch switch is not adjusted properly. loosen it up and take a look. also, while slightly loosened and being able to move the clutch and switch housing try starting it by pulling the clutch in while it gear to see if it starts.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2019 | 09:23 AM
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Don't they all have to be in neutral to start the i know my 17 dose don't thing thats a bad thing it a good safety thing.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2019 | 09:42 AM
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Originally Posted by PDB17UltraRG
Don't they all have to be in neutral to start the i know my 17 dose don't thing thats a bad thing it a good safety thing.
my 12 starts in first with the clutch pulled in.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2019 | 09:45 AM
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Cool cant say mine dose never tired it out i will later on today Thanks
 
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Old Apr 11, 2019 | 06:13 PM
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Not sure how they have changed over the years, my 07 would not start with clutch in. The connector in the fairing came loose under warranty. Wrapped it in tywraps.
 
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