Re: [ST] [RS] 2001 RS starter engine dead ?

[Dan Wetherington <dnlwthrn@xxxxxxxxx>]

fritemayo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> My beautiful orange 2001 RS won't start unless I have
> someone push me along. Starter engine seems to be dead,
> although i'm no specialist.
>   
G,
Are you sure its the starter motor?  There is an issue with Sprints 
involving a wire breaking in the wiring harness (I believe it runs to 
the clutch switch) that prevents the bike from starting.  I had this 
happen on my 03 ST this summer, however it was intermittent.  So you may 
want to check this out before you dig into the starter.  I'm sure 
there's more info in the archives as well.  My bike was still under 
warranty when it happened, so I let the dealer fix it.  Otherwise I'd be 
able to give you more detailed instructions on how to test it. 

HTH,

Dan

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