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Old May 9, 2012 | 10:37 AM
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Sometimes when I go to start my '08 SG, it makes a really horrible sound, like it's missing or something. Other times it cranks instantly as soon as I hit the ignition. I had it to a trusted shop that's done a few things for me, and they said it was normal...that it was because the pistons were at a certain spot and the compression was keeping it from turning. I'm not saying they're wrong, but I feel like it might be the starter. It's actually embarassing...especially when you're in a crowd, and you go to start it and it looks so nice but sounds so $hitty...

I'm leaving this weekend for a 7 day ride and want this behind me before I leave. What should I be testing to troubleshoot this annoyance.

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Its probably the starter clutch. Replace it before it damages the ring gear. All ***** and MES make good ones.
 
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Old May 9, 2012 | 11:21 AM
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Do you have a power commander installed? there is a known issue and an update to fix. Try starting the bike before the fuel pump quits.
 
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Old May 9, 2012 | 11:34 AM
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Do you have a power commander installed? there is a known issue and an update to fix. Try starting the bike before the fuel pump quits.

Actually I do, programmed by Fuel Moto...tell me more
 
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Old May 9, 2012 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by stevevfd
I had a little bit of a start up issue with my 2010 FLHX with a PCV. I emailed Jamie at fuel moto... on March 21, 2012, Dynojet posted a firmware update. I loaded it last week, and so far so good. If you haven't already, it may be worth the 5 minute investment of your time to give it a shot.
Go here and download and install the firmware update... http://www.powercommander.com/powerc...x?ProdType=PCV
 
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Like Z71 said start it before the pump finishes buzzing. Works for some. Seen a lot of starter clutch's go bad though.
 
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do you have the dreaded "bangin" noise on start up?.....might be the compensator....i installed the SE comp....worked for me...
 
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Originally Posted by soft 02
Like Z71 said start it before the pump finishes buzzing. Works for some. Seen a lot of starter clutch's go bad though.
I hear ya...I appreciate the info. I'll try the easy way first before I get into the primary. Also, I'm replacing the battery tomorrow...had a friend here tell me he experienced similar issues until he put a 400 amp Deka battery in his '06. I know my battery is getting weak because between rides the battery needs charging...

I'll update tomorrow when I upload the firmware and drop the battery in.

Thanks again for the info
 
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Originally Posted by hammr_hed
I hear ya...I appreciate the info. I'll try the easy way first before I get into the primary. Also, I'm replacing the battery tomorrow...had a friend here tell me he experienced similar issues until he put a 420 amp battery in his '06. I know my battery is getting weak because between rides the battery needs charging...

I'll update tomorrow when I upload the firmware and drop the battery in.

Thanks again for the info
07+ you dont have to open up the primary to pull the starter.
 
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Opening the primary was for the Compensator.
 
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