Noob question " How to test the strarter on a 81 GS750L"

[outlawfox13]

Hi, all I am kindof new to the site and I was wondering how to test the starter? and where is it?. First off let me give ya'll the low down on the bike. I bought it as my first bike, but soon realized that this thing was hacked up to make some sort of bobber style bike. It doesnt even have the correct exhaust(from an 850). I then found a parts bike. a 79 GS1000L that I will be doing a frame swap on. But I am trying to sell my 750 to get some extra cash.

ok now back to the problem. I layed the bike down a month ago and since then repaired what was bad. I went to start the bike the only way I could. By hot wiring it( laying a screwdriver across the terminal{not sure what that box is called} to get it to start) I was shown how to do this by previous owner since the start swich didnt work. It started and ran for a bit then cut off, so I tried to start again and it was turning real slow, then just quit, and now the dang thing wont crank. I did manage to dump the clutch to make sure the motor wassnt locked up, but i cant get enough to get it to fire up.

so my question is where is the starter and how to I test it?

Please dont beat me up with harsh words on how I was starting it. I am new to the bike world and I am learning as I go.

thanks for any responces

[Nessism]

The starter is located on the back side of the engine, under a chrome plated cover under the carbs. If the starter doesn't turn when you jump the solenoid with a screwdriver you have a starter problem. The starter can be easily removed by removing two screws and pulling the starter back out of the hole in the engine. Pretty easy job other than having to work under the carbs where access to the parts is limited. Before going though all this I suggest you make sure your battery is charged.

[outlawfox13]

I had the battery connected to my truck using jumpers so the bike had power. I will take it apart today. and post a reply on how it went. Thanks Mike

[outlawfox13]

well after a nice weekend of relaxing I finnally pulled out the starter from my donor and it fired right up. only prob I am having now is my bike is almost hitting WOT on its own???? did I mess somthing up ???I will have to take a look in the am.

[BassCliff]

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Hi Mr. outlawfox13,

Check the "Electrical Odds and Ends" section on my site for tips that may help. Sounds like you need to clean your old starter and replace the brushes. If you're getting a very high idle, check for stuck throttle cable, stuck clutch cable, maybe air leaks in the air intake system. For now, I'm just going to say "HOOoooowwDY!"

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