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Replaced selenoid, tested battery, still won't start?

I have an 01 Vulcan 800. Selenoid just clicks so I replaced it. Same results. Had battery tested and it's ok. Check fuses and no problems. Where do I go next?

  • Daniel Bakewell May 11, 2010

    if it clicks fast then it still isn't getting enough power, if it clicks once then is it engaging with the drive or just flicking out and not engaging. Have you bench tested the unit or tried putting voltage directly to it?

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Your motor might be hydro locked with gas if the bike has sat for a long time. Pull the spark plugs and try to start it. PUT RAGS OVER THE SPARK PLUG HOLES, disconnect the plugs from the wires. Chaz Moto DC

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