When I first turn the ignition, it sounds like it's gonna turn over but then goes into a constant clicking. There is plenty of gas and the battery has power. It is a 2004 Buell Blast. Can anyone help? Thanks
2006-09-01 13:49:05 · 11 answers · asked by giaimom 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
The clicking noise indicates the starter solenoid isn't getting enough electrical power to engage the starter. This would indicate a low, or partially charged battery. A fully charged battery in a "12 Volt" system should actually read 14.2 volts. A weak battery can still light up your bike's headlight, but doesn't have enough voltage to engage your starter.
The first thing you should do is invest in a battery MAINTAINER, which is a small battery charger specially made for motorcycles, ATVs and similar small electrical systems. It won't burn out your battery from overcharging, but will keep it at full capacity over time. A battery MAINTAINER is fairly inexpensive, and can be found at most motorcycle shops for less than $30. If you get in the habit of plugging your bike in when you're done riding, it'll be good to go the next time you want to ride.
Good luck, and ride safe!
2006-09-01 14:40:15 · answer #1 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does it make the clicking noise "only" when you push the starter button? If yes, then bad starter solenoid.
If you want to check - turn on the key, connect the 2 large terminals on the starter solenoid (one comes from the battery, the other goes to the starter motor) with a big screw driver. That completely bypasses the soleniod. If the bike starts with no noise, then the solenoid is bad.
2006-09-01 14:15:01 · answer #2 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is definitely the battery. My honda does the same thing after it has sat all winter. Use a trickle charger overnight. If that doesn't work, buy a new battery and be sure to fully charge with the trickle charger, not a regular charger.
2006-09-01 13:57:11 · answer #3 · answered by FlashGordon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clean and tighten your battery cables. Check the ground wire at the front of the bike near where the horn mounts by the exhaust. If all is good, you need a new battery.
2006-09-01 15:54:26 · answer #4 · answered by jerzydevil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be a dead battery, or the starter is about fried. Most likely Battery though. Pull it and get it charged up, or tested.
2006-09-01 13:51:48 · answer #5 · answered by Silverstang 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your battery really has enough power, it could be a poor connection. If it isn't a poor connection, it's the starter. But I don't believe your battery is good.
2006-09-01 13:56:25 · answer #6 · answered by saddlesore 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Starter
2006-09-01 13:54:15 · answer #7 · answered by Life after 45 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Common cause: weak battery.
Also check for clean, tight connections at battery, solenoid and starter.
2006-09-01 13:56:41 · answer #8 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a bad battery or loose connection. Battery must have at least 12 vdc if this correct scheck for bad connections
2006-09-01 13:54:38 · answer #9 · answered by HD FXDL 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your battery may have plenty of life but it sounds like you need to clean your battery terminals.if this fails to correct the problem you will need to check the starter and its connections.starter solenoid my be faulty.
2006-09-01 14:19:18 · answer #10 · answered by Billy T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋