I have spent weeks trying to figure out if I had relay problems or starter problems or rectifier problems. Just watched your video walked out to the bike and it started instantly using your method. Genius! Thanks for the vid!!!
You don’t even know how much you just helped me! I’ve replaced my stator and rectifier and still no start, I was about to order a starter too when I saw this video and tried it and boom! All I need is a starter relay
Thanks for the info, i was on a camping trip on my scooter and thought i was doomed i did this and it started no problem. The one time i was like 20 miles from the nearest town and my shitty luck something had to go wrong lol thanks buddy.
I was shown this about 40 years ago & used it quite a few times with My old 1985 Harley Softail Standard, but now with My 2015 Heritage Softail Classic, I'm yet to find the starter relay, if it indeed has one, My owners manual doesn't even mention anything about it, so it either hasn't got one or else it's well hidden, but if it has got one, it would make things a lot simpler than always having to take the seat off & get a jump start from somebody whenever the Bike won't start.
There known that chaf wires on the. Clutch cable, frame, on the necks behind the ignition switch. Causes bare wire exposed. Then the power supply when key turns, does nothing. Common issue with 2001-2005 wire harness on the VL800' s. All they needed was extra inch of wire at each connection. Saves stretching, rubbing wire issue.
I have an 05 r6 went to replace the rectifier and stator after I put it back together it just keeps blowing the fuse on the starter relay just from turning the key. I’ve back tracked everything and there’s no grounded wires. Never had this problem before all oem parts. Any help would be appreciated
Check the wiring to relay, if it's secured then check the starter relay fuse. The rating of the fuse cld be lesser then required for the cranking. Maybe that's wad causing the fuse to blow. Find out the fuse rating from the bike manual. Possible u can try a higher rating fuse so that it doesn't burn right thru
@@voodoo_child5897 I ended up fixing it. I had to hard wire a hayabusa rectifier straight to my battery and the stator. Was recommended by a local shop. But it worked
There any way you can help me I recently bought a 2003 suzuki gsx750f an cant seem to get it to crank over battery is good spark plugs are good i dont know whats up with it
Just had to replace the stator and rectifier on mine. Neither of those fixed the issue. It’s getting power, and cranks, but doesn’t turn over. If that’s the issue you’re having, check for a bad wire, or replace your relay switch.
It could be the fuse, or the start or itself, the clicking is the relay receiving power (that means the relay is receiving power but it might be damaged and not completing the circuit, so you’d have to test the continuity with a multimeter). Also the fuse could have blown, most motorcycle relay caps (on top of the relay switch) there is an extra fuse, maybe try switching it ?
Does Your Bike have a security system with an alarm & a security fob? My 2015 Heritage Softail has & I've found if I get that clicking sound, especially after I've had the battery on charge for a few hours, it's usually the size 2032 button battery in the security fob that is at fault, as soon as I replace it the Bike usually starts first time, it's recommended that the button battery in the security fob should be replaced at least every 12 months, I hope that this helps if You have such a security system on Your own Bike.
Because it started with the relay after you hit the relay I know I'm not very intelligent on bikes but I need to fix my own stuff because labor and parts were killing me
Not necessarily. If this method starts the bike that does NOT verify that anything is wrong with it. This is just an option for if your starter switch isn't working
@@xaviermunguia09 possibly, but its also possible that the connection isn't complete enough. Make sure you lay the screw driver across both terminals for a couple seconds. If you don't get a good connection it could just throw sparks
@@bigfixdiyyo so I got a 02 gsxr it turns over but won’t start do you think it may be the fuel pump? Im tryna figure out what the problem is without paying mechanics to find the problem I’m running on budget
@@theproperdumy5619I’m in the same situation it cranks when I use the screwdriver but I think my fuel pump is bad because I don’t hear it humming when I flip the switch
@@spessythecook so i charged by battery and when i start it from the relay it fires right up but my actual button still doesnt work to start, i hear it engage with the relay but nothing happens. :(
I would imagine so, I think the relay is just a bypass for the bike to crank. So if it’s turning over could be something from the actual starter maybe ? Could be multiple different things (don’t stress just keep doing research you got this
Mine will attempt to start but very weak and then just the clicking. When I shorted it out it was stronger and the bike started. Think mines still going bad.
@@bigfixdiy pretty new battery that I keep on tender most times. Batt was over 12v off. There was a small voltage drop while the starter was engaged but when I shorted across the relay the bike stated. The only time it’s starts effortlessly is if I was just driving it any stopped. It’s gotten worse over time. I replaced the regulator rectifier for an unrelated issue.
It could be your starter button on your throttle side. Throttle side, the Spring is not allowing the connection within the starter button. So you have to replace the whole housing. I'm having that issue with my t. L 1000.
How about mine bro i tryed your method but it wont start i had new starter motor,starter relay,and new battery it work good for 2 days but yesterday it wont and i just hear a clicking sound on the relay but no cranking and my gauge panel is reseting....what could be tge problem?
I found the problem with mine. It was at the plug from the voltage regulator. 2 of the jack pins were oxidized. My solution was to cut the wires and tie them directly, some black tape over them and that’s it, at least for now
My bike will crank but won’t turn over. Tried this and it still won’t work plus the 30A fuse in the right side of the starter has no voltage going to it. Even tried switching the fuses and the fuse is good but for some reason won’t allow the bike to turn over
@@michaelcustodio2166 dam yea actually just dropped my bike off at the shop yesterday. Even the mechanic was confused cuz it’s not even broken in yet. It’s a ‘13 gsxr600 with 3k miles. Best guess is the fuel pump, or fuel injector maybe got clogged. Cuz cleaned out my tank, cleaned the fuel pump, checked all the fuses, new battery, checked clutch cable and underneath it as well.
Does anybody know how to actually fix this so my starter button and headlights work again lol…I have the exact same problem..is it the button itself? What else could it be? Any info or advise PLEASE 😊
I have spent weeks trying to figure out if I had relay problems or starter problems or rectifier problems. Just watched your video walked out to the bike and it started instantly using your method. Genius! Thanks for the vid!!!
Glad I could help! Check out my other videos for more helpful tips
My bike didn't studders n nothing it killed my battery. Any advice
THANK YOU SO MUCH I WAS GOING CRAZY TRYING TO FIGURE IT OUT TOOK MY STARTER OUT NOTHING TRIED YOUR METHOD WORKED IMMEDIATELY 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Ok you turned it on.....so what is wrong with it??.?
You don’t even know how much you just helped me! I’ve replaced my stator and rectifier and still no start, I was about to order a starter too when I saw this video and tried it and boom! All I need is a starter relay
This also bypasses all the safety interlocks. BE SURE THE BIKE IS IN NEUTRAL.
Good advice
Real excitement ?
You'll know right away 😅
I'm learning something new from you and thank you because I have that went out on me same thing as you are working on now
Thanks for the info, i was on a camping trip on my scooter and thought i was doomed i did this and it started no problem.
The one time i was like 20 miles from the nearest town and my shitty luck something had to go wrong lol thanks buddy.
That's super cool, glad I could help
Youre my hero
i have the same bike, 2003 600 katana. yours might not be the same size and year but i like how you turned it into a street fighter
Haha the good citizens of Sacramento turned it into a street fighter, I just kept riding it
I was shown this about 40 years ago & used it quite a few times with My old 1985 Harley Softail Standard, but now with My 2015 Heritage Softail Classic, I'm yet to find the starter relay, if it indeed has one, My owners manual doesn't even mention anything about it, so it either hasn't got one or else it's well hidden, but if it has got one, it would make things a lot simpler than always having to take the seat off & get a jump start from somebody whenever the Bike won't start.
U are a amazing person
Thanks brother, you are too
But what I wanna know is why is it doing this and what's the part that needs replaced.
Told my if you know
I really need the fix to this problem
very simple the relay😂😂😂
So witch one is bad ? The relay or the switch
There known that chaf wires on the. Clutch cable, frame, on the necks behind the ignition switch. Causes bare wire exposed. Then the power supply when key turns, does nothing. Common issue with 2001-2005 wire harness on the VL800' s. All they needed was extra inch of wire at each connection. Saves stretching, rubbing wire issue.
Thanks for the video! I'm having a hard time finding this part on my 2015 DRZ400sm. Any thoughts?
If you still haven't found the solenoid run wire from the both terminals to a switch so you can just press the switch to start
Its right next to the airbox on the drz on the right side
So how come it won't start with out hitting the relay switch or stri
good video
Works on Ford cars, trucks too
Thanks bro
That’s a solenoid not a relay
What if the starter motor works but it sounds like as if the battery is very weak?
so if a screwdriver doesnt start it the relays bad?
Was your relay bad or was it the starter?
Plot twist: how to start starter relay
What’s the long term fix for this ?
Replace the relay
@@manicmurse it worked! 8$ part
@@manicmurseI did and it’s still not working same sound
What about when all it’s doing clicking how would you do that by chance. I want some advice, it just keeps clicking😡🤬my bike is broken😭😤😢
What is mine doesn’t jump when I try this?😢
I have an 05 r6 went to replace the rectifier and stator after I put it back together it just keeps blowing the fuse on the starter relay just from turning the key. I’ve back tracked everything and there’s no grounded wires. Never had this problem before all oem parts. Any help would be appreciated
Check the wiring to relay, if it's secured then check the starter relay fuse. The rating of the fuse cld be lesser then required for the cranking. Maybe that's wad causing the fuse to blow. Find out the fuse rating from the bike manual. Possible u can try a higher rating fuse so that it doesn't burn right thru
@@voodoo_child5897 I ended up fixing it. I had to hard wire a hayabusa rectifier straight to my battery and the stator. Was recommended by a local shop. But it worked
@@Chipbayles nice! I have a 2012 busa too :)
There any way you can help me I recently bought a 2003 suzuki gsx750f an cant seem to get it to crank over battery is good spark plugs are good i dont know whats up with it
Just had to replace the stator and rectifier on mine. Neither of those fixed the issue. It’s getting power, and cranks, but doesn’t turn over. If that’s the issue you’re having, check for a bad wire, or replace your relay switch.
Will this work on a 2000 gsxr 750
I think it probably will
what if there is the click then what could it be
Dude I was waiting for this answer.
@@jmvneto51it’s a CZcams short, it’s not gonna have every answer to every scenario, he just has the answer to this scenario
It could be the fuse, or the start or itself, the clicking is the relay receiving power (that means the relay is receiving power but it might be damaged and not completing the circuit, so you’d have to test the continuity with a multimeter). Also the fuse could have blown, most motorcycle relay caps (on top of the relay switch) there is an extra fuse, maybe try switching it ?
Does Your Bike have a security system with an alarm & a security fob? My 2015 Heritage Softail has & I've found if I get that clicking sound, especially after I've had the battery on charge for a few hours, it's usually the size 2032 button battery in the security fob that is at fault, as soon as I replace it the Bike usually starts first time, it's recommended that the button battery in the security fob should be replaced at least every 12 months, I hope that this helps if You have such a security system on Your own Bike.
Because it started with the relay after you hit the relay I know I'm not very intelligent on bikes but I need to fix my own stuff because labor and parts were killing me
How do you fix the problem. Having the same problem mate 😅
Haha I still haven't gotten around to it. I assume a wire came loose after I drove it on a dirt road
i have the exact same bike even turned in to a street fighter. mine wont start but will click what does this mean?
I would guess the battery might need a charging or even replaced
Anybody found a solution so I don’t have to start like that and have no headlight?
Bro I tried this and my bike receives no power now from the battery its like I blew a circuit
So stupid question if I put the screw driver in between. And I can start it that way does that mean I have to replace the part
Not necessarily. If this method starts the bike that does NOT verify that anything is wrong with it. This is just an option for if your starter switch isn't working
If it doesn’t start , and you only see the sparks . It’s probably a bad starter right ?
@@xaviermunguia09 possibly, but its also possible that the connection isn't complete enough. Make sure you lay the screw driver across both terminals for a couple seconds. If you don't get a good connection it could just throw sparks
So do I need a new relay or do I need a new handlebar starter assembly?
@@doreenduncan3411 its probably a wiring issue somewhere between the handlebar switch and the relay
That a starter solenoid not relay, relay switch what I thought you were referring too
I do it everyday, it has become my everyday schedule 😢
I still haven't fixed mine either so I do the same
@@bigfixdiy 😊😊😊
So if it doesn’t start up but spark does that mean the starter is bad ?
It could be, or maybe the battery
@@bigfixdiy ok thank you 🙏🏾
@@bigfixdiyyo so I got a 02 gsxr it turns over but won’t start do you think it may be the fuel pump? Im tryna figure out what the problem is without paying mechanics to find the problem I’m running on budget
@@theproperdumy5619I’m in the same situation it cranks when I use the screwdriver but I think my fuel pump is bad because I don’t hear it humming when I flip the switch
What if the bike is auto
I did the same thing but my starter cranked slowly, what could be the problem?
battery dying
@@spessythecook so i charged by battery and when i start it from the relay it fires right up but my actual button still doesnt work to start, i hear it engage with the relay but nothing happens. :(
Dude I don’t ish I could access this on my z400. Have no idea how to do it
you have to remove the side panels and the tank on a kawasaki z400
If it kicks over while testing the relay ,does it mean the relay is good
I would imagine so, I think the relay is just a bypass for the bike to crank. So if it’s turning over could be something from the actual starter maybe ? Could be multiple different things (don’t stress just keep doing research you got this
I replace relay Ang starter motor but it's not working still I just heard like a little noise in it
What if u lose sparks ? This method was working before but now as soon as the screwdriver goes In between energy flow nothing happens?
It could be a dead battery. Does your headlight still turn on?
Yes
@@unknownkong4313 maybe the relay itself has gone out
@@bigfixdiy relay was replaced. Now I get a spark on 1st try but not on second.
I know nothing about motorbikes... thats my partners forte but if your bike has electrics... I assume it has a fuses? have you checked your fuse/s?
Mine will attempt to start but very weak and then just the clicking. When I shorted it out it was stronger and the bike started. Think mines still going bad.
The battery could just be weak too
@@bigfixdiy pretty new battery that I keep on tender most times. Batt was over 12v off. There was a small voltage drop while the starter was engaged but when I shorted across the relay the bike stated. The only time it’s starts effortlessly is if I was just driving it any stopped. It’s gotten worse over time. I replaced the regulator rectifier for an unrelated issue.
Ur gonna need a new relay if u do it to much good thing they are like 7 bucks online
So that mean the relay is bad right just remplaced ?
Not necessarily, you're just bypassing the ignition switch
It could be your starter button on your throttle side. Throttle side, the Spring is not allowing the connection within the starter button. So you have to replace the whole housing. I'm having that issue with my t. L 1000.
How about mine bro i tryed your method but it wont start i had new starter motor,starter relay,and new battery it work good for 2 days but yesterday it wont and i just hear a clicking sound on the relay but no cranking and my gauge panel is reseting....what could be tge problem?
If you find something please reply on this. I’ve got same problem.
Same
I found the problem with mine. It was at the plug from the voltage regulator. 2 of the jack pins were oxidized. My solution was to cut the wires and tie them directly, some black tape over them and that’s it, at least for now
If the fuse is not blown … why is this happening?
Because you're just bypassing a switch
I believe I just got it because you are che😅 checking the relay switch and it started so the switch ran it's something else
Get tried of buying the wrong parts and then have to buy more
My bike will crank but won’t turn over. Tried this and it still won’t work plus the 30A fuse in the right side of the starter has no voltage going to it. Even tried switching the fuses and the fuse is good but for some reason won’t allow the bike to turn over
Going thru same shxt rn
@@michaelcustodio2166 dam yea actually just dropped my bike off at the shop yesterday. Even the mechanic was confused cuz it’s not even broken in yet. It’s a ‘13 gsxr600 with 3k miles. Best guess is the fuel pump, or fuel injector maybe got clogged. Cuz cleaned out my tank, cleaned the fuel pump, checked all the fuses, new battery, checked clutch cable and underneath it as well.
@@juanmv2159damn so did you managed to get it fixed?
@@hypebeastslayer_420memes4 so found the problem was actually my fuel pump was worn out. Starters and all cots were just fine
I did that but there wasn’t even a spark when I touched the two connector with my screw driver
Does the headlight work? Do you have power to anything else?
I’m having this same issue
Does anybody know how to actually fix this so my starter button and headlights work again lol…I have the exact same problem..is it the button itself? What else could it be? Any info or advise PLEASE 😊
fix yet?
Cool bud
thanks bro..indian local machanic sucks
I’m not even getting apart to the screw driver
Maybe bad battery?
Battery is new and full chargerd also just put a new starter relay