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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 02:26 PM
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The first thing I would do is disconnect the battery cables clean them and the terminals. Then make sure you tighten the cables properly, when you reconnect them.
I would say that it is a very good possibility, that is your problem.
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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by tmitchellof PG
The first thing I would do is disconnect the battery cables clean them and the terminals. Then make sure you tighten the cables properly, when you reconnect them.
I would say that it is a very good possibility, that is your problem.
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I already check them, thanks. The bike only has 2500 miles on it so the battery should be ok. Hopefully they can adjust the timing.

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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:50 PM
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I got the same problem. Looking at having Compression releases installed
 
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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:51 PM
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My 2007 ES Springer 110 came from the factory with a compression release. It started so easy.
 
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Originally Posted by FLTR2008TRIKE
I got the same problem. Looking at having Compression releases installed
Have you tried having the startup timing retarded a bit?

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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by shekmark
My 2007 ES Springer 110 came from the factory with a compression release. It started so easy.

I do believe all 110's have them.
 
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Not yet, need to call the dealer

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Have you tried having the startup timing retarded a bit?

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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by FLTR2008TRIKE
Not yet, need to call the dealer
Is your a problem hot, cold or both? Mine is just when it's fully hot like after a long freeway ride. Cold start, it cranks over easily.

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Hot starts, It will hit with no problem when the motor is cool



Originally Posted by marcparnes
Is your a problem hot, cold or both? Mine is just when it's fully hot like after a long freeway ride. Cold start, it cranks over easily.

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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:59 PM
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Hot starts, It will hit with no problem when the motor is cool
Exactly! I'm going to visit the dealer on Tuesday. If you like I'll report back what they end up doing.

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