Re: starter problems
Posted by
rij1 on
Nov 19, 2013; 3:32am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/starter-problems-tp458784p4047012.html
ride4ever wrote
I have the same problem. Trying to bring a 1979 K back from the dead. I had it started at one point. Then, I replaced the throttle/kill switch/starter and the battery and now... Nothing. If I push the button the headlight dims and nothing else. I have checked the starter and it is grounded. I tested all the way from the ignition switch back to the starter solenoid - all I have is an old light up tester I inherited from my Dad. Now what? I am about 20 minutes away from just buying a new wiring harness and hoping ill work out whatever issue im missing... I dont want to do that... I really dont want to do that. Someone mentioned a ground under the seat? I dont see a ground. also, someone mentioned an engine ground... Also, you guys keep saying to bypass the solenoid by arcing the starter... I dont see where to do that, even after I pulled the cover off...
Jump the cables on the starter solenoid.. Follow the positive cable from the battery and that goes to the relay. You'll see right next to where the positive cable attaches there is another cable. Make sure the bike IS NOT in gear and is in neutral. Jump those two cables from the studs on the relay. Relay is on the left side.
My Bike Information
1982 Honda DOHC CB750F Supersport
4-1 Exhaust with baffle
Stock intake air box
Slow-speed jet #35
Primary main jet #68
Secondary main jet #105
Ventura, California