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Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by dpavery, Jul 14, 2010.

  1. dpavery

    dpavery New Member

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    Hello, just got my bike,an XJ 750 '82 and here is my first problem. The battery is charged and I get a clicking from what looks like a solinoid or relay next to the battery. Is that a normal part that goes bad?

    Thanks in advance
    D Avery
     
    dpavery, Jul 14, 2010
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    wizard Active Member

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    Anything can go bad, but clean the teminals & re-tighten first.
    Does the motor spin if you cross the 2 terminals on the starter relay?
     
    wizard, Jul 15, 2010
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    clicking usually means your solenoid is good...

    cross the terminals of the solenoid with a screwdriver and see if it starts that way, if it does your solenoid is bad. (what wizard said)

    have you replaced your fuse box? that fixed my similar electronic issues. pm chacal re blade type fuse box
     
    moonfriedpotatoes, Jul 15, 2010
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    Motor does not start when jumping between circuits on solenoid. Trying to narrow problem before ordering parts. Starter?
     
    dpavery, Jul 23, 2010
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    mlew Well-Known Member

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    Sounds like a bad starter. Make sure you have 12v on it with a meter before you condem it. Taking them out and bench testing is also a good idea.
     
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