Wheres the starter motor - 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe

Hi Martin.
this link should show you.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Where+is+the+starter+motor+relay+on+a+2005+renault+modus&rlz=1C1AVFC_enGB797GB798&oq=Where+is+the+starter+motor+relay+on+a+2005+renault+modus&aqs=chrome..69i57.3167j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

the LW2 comes with a 6 cylinder. The starter is located on the backside of the motor (firewall side) where the motor bolts to the transmission.

The LW1 comes with a 4 cylinder. the starter is located on the front of the motor (radiator side) where the motor bolts to the block. If you crawl under the car you will see it.

I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jeremy_d728a59f986299fa

low battery, battery cables not making secure connection, battery terminals oxidized or needing cleaning/brushing .... failed starter .... tap the starter with a wrench, it can revive it :)

Most starter relays are part of the starter motor assembly.
Also known as the solenoid.
(This way it serves 3 purposes.
1. The Relay section uses solid copper Contacts for Less volt drop at the high current that a starter motor draws.
2. The Solenoid section is the Mechanical Plunger that engages the cog to flywheel.
3. The Motor spins because the copper contacts are a super connection supplying 100+ Amps)

Does the battery go direct to the Starter Mptor?
Is there a small wire next to where the Battery connects?
If so then this is the relay activation wire (12v to pull relay in)

Happy Starting

External Relay Basics
Same but bigger for Starter Motors
RELAY BASICS

Starter Solenoid - A Gutsy Relay
Testing and replacing pre engaged starter motor solenoid
How To Test Car Starter With Screwdriver And Jumper Cables

Most starter relays are part of the starter motor assembly.
Also known as the solenoid.
(This way it serves 3 purposes.
1. The Relay section uses solid copper Contacts for Less volt drop at the high current that a starter motor draws.
2. The Solenoid section is the Mechanical Plunger that engages the cog to flywheel.
3. The Motor spins because the copper contacts are a super connection supplying 100+ Amps)

Does the battery go direct to the Starter Mptor?
Is there a small wire next to where the Battery connects?
If so then this is the relay activation wire (12v to pull relay in)

Happy Starting

External Relay Basics
Same but bigger for Starter Motors
RELAY BASICS

Starter Solenoid - A Gutsy Relay
Testing and replacing pre engaged starter motor solenoid
How To Test Car Starter With Screwdriver And Jumper Cables

Fig.: Starter motor mounting-2.2L engine




Fig.: Starter removal and installation-2.3L engine




Fig.: Starter motor mounting-2.5L engine




Fig.: Starter motor mounting-1996 3.1L engine shown


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the starter is located at front of motor near rad for all motors, it may be necessary to remove the rad fan assembly on all motors to remove the starter. Also the use of a hoist will make things alot easier.

starter is on the side of the engine where the transmission meets
just follow the positive battery cable, it's connected to the solenoid

The starter motor sits on top of the engine cases behind the left two cylinders (as you sit on the bike)
If you look at your engine from the left, look between the cases and the carbs and you will see it. It bolts to the top of the cases right about in the middle, and plugs into the cases behind the left crankcase cover.
The parts microfiche does not do a good job showing where the starter motor sits.

http://www.babbittsonline.com/pages/parts/viewbybrand/default.aspx

If you go through the steps of putting in your brand, motorcycle, year and finding your model, then select the crankcase option, where you see reference #27 is where the starter motor nose cone is installed in the cases. If you look towards the center of the cases behind where the cylinders are, right between where #2 and #3 would be, you can see one of the castings sticking up that is used for mounting the starter motor to the cases. Also, in the small diagrams at the top of the page, the left diagram shows a short line extending perpendicularly down from the row of cylinder holes, just to the right of the #2 cylinder, that is another view of where your starter motor attaches to the cases.

You would need to get a repair manual for a schematic to know where the starter motor is located. In truth, replacement is not very complicated--you simply unbolt the old unit and bolt in a new replacement unit. But, you may have to disassemble other components to reach the starter motor. It is likely more costly to have your starter motor repaired. I suggest getting a new one or refurbished. Some places will have a "core charge", whereby you get that money refunded when you send them your old starter. In the end, it is cheaper and easier than getting your starter motor fixed. Good luck.