I have had this problem with my starter for 15 years or so see video
Although my bike is a J model I have updated the clutch to a Borg Warner.
I have done the following :
New positive battery cable
Solenoid stripped and cleaned as is the starter button.
New cable starter motor to solenoid.
Voltage at the SM 12v when ignition on button pressed.
I have tried two starter motors I have one of each make.
Both starter motors stripped new brushes fitted.
The starter idler gear has been checked and bearing renewed
New one way starter clutch bearing replaced.
Finally new earth cable from battery to frame fitted.
Battery is a motobatt fairly new performing well.
Anyone any suggestions?
The bike starts 2nd kick every time.
https://youtu.be/tNltXg4ZaB4
GT550 starter motor problem
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Re: GT550 starter motor problem
Hi Barney
That sounds like something not engaging to me the starter sounds positive and seems to have enough power up to it, did you fit that thrust washer between casing and large starter cog or not
Dave
That sounds like something not engaging to me the starter sounds positive and seems to have enough power up to it, did you fit that thrust washer between casing and large starter cog or not
Dave
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Re: GT550 starter motor problem
Dave its been awhile since i was in there. I think i did will have to check. Every time i read that GT26 i change my mind what it says!
Thanks mate
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Re: GT550 starter motor problem
Don't forget the Borg Warner large cog is 2mm thicker than the old type it may make a difference if the thrust washer is used, if i can remember i left it out in the end and it's been fine
Dave
Dave
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Re: GT550 starter motor problem
Cheers Dave will get the cover off soon and find out
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Re: GT550 starter motor problem
This one way starter clutch bearing is a fickle device. Annoyingly everything is in the right order and in good condition
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