What cause my 2000 yamaha vstar 1100 bike to make a clicking sound under the seat when i try to start it?

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'2002 Yamaha Vstar 1100 with motor with broken middle shaft removed. .... VStar for a 1100 and it started making a whining sound when decelerating-- I thought ..

sounds like a problem i had with my v star if u can charge it and it starts and runs for a bit then dies again check the rectifier which charges the bike

Check the starter motor for continuity. I expect the brushes need replacing.

did you try to push start it? sounds like a bad starter

Battery is under the seat. Buy a battery tender and keep it hooked up when not riding in the winter. If you are in an area of the country where you can ride year round then a battery tender is not necessary. Battery will probably last 3+ years if properly maintained. I owned a 2000 V-Star 1100 Classic and it was a fine bike.

Could be a starter issue, or a wiring issue. Check for power at the starter when the button is pressed. If you have power, you need a starter, if not, trouble shoot the electrical system.