Yamaha Zuma 50

This 2004 Zuma 50 had a "wouldn't-start" condition, think I found the cause and did a bit of a "work-around" repair to get it going. Main issue was with the starter clutch, interface between the starter clutch and belt drive due to improper assembly of the conical washer...

[@jacksonms212]

I would have tried thread tape just to see if it would work because thats a crank shaft replacement . I don't think the thread tape is a full time fix but it would go till the parts come in .

[@whatsbroken8309]

Using the thin washer to "tighten it up" seemed to work, she rode it all summer, no issues

[@w1sefalcon331]

My speedometer light and the headlights both don’t work, they went out at the same time. Any idea on what it could be.

[@whatsbroken8309]

Hmm... I don't, fuse? unplugged wire? maybe the on/off switch?

[@nickalbrecht5713]

I'll😅 ok😅​@@whatsbroken8309

[@wahkitng4505]

i have question my 2008 zuma 50cc electrical start dont work what could it be. i have fresh new battery and 7 amp fuse. i only heard click from start relay

[@whatsbroken8309]

Perhaps just double check the battery has 12 or more volts, if it's good, it could be the starter relay or starter...

[@jessesmith1181]

Could try to hit it lightly with a mig welder and use a dremel tool and file to cut the teeth back in. Will take a minute buy should work it only has 5 or so horsepower

[@whatsbroken8309]

Thanks Jesse, might try that, so far the repair worked but she only rode for a month or so last fall before it snowed, will see what this spring brings...

[@jacksonms212]

take the seat out and you can get to the starter much better dropping the tier and the exhaust is way to much work to change the starter .

[@whatsbroken8309]

Thanks!! if I have to work on it again I'll do that

[@Vin945]

Take off the shim you don’t need it it’ll make your bike go top speed 40mph

[@whatsbroken8309]

I don't think her parents want her going 40... ha ha