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Hello, I have a Yamaha XJ550 and sometimes it starts right up and runs great; however, other times it does not start at all. It doesn't click or make any noise. I think there is a disconnect somewhere. I verified that the battery is connected and fully charged, all other electrical items work properly, I verified the fuse is ok, etc.. If there is a disconnect somewhere, how would I find this?

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  • Anonymous Mar 02, 2013

    i just started having this problem with my 85 xj700, could you tell me what the problem is

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Check the 'kill' switch.
Check the starter motor/brushes.
Check the solenoid switch.
Is your bike's fuse box the old one, if so it time to replace..its done its job the bike is now 24 yrs!
plz visit this site www.xjbikes.com and contact chacal XJ parts vendor.
Good Luck.

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Some yamaha's have a kickstand kill switch, stand needs to be up. the 82 xj 750 i have is that way, lights will come on but will not start

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