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83 GS 750E Starting sequence.

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Bike has sat for 7 years. I cleaned the plugs ( didn't really need it), dropped in a fully charged battery and connected the remote gas tank. Bike on center stand with side stand up. Turn on key and kill switch to run. Push starter button....nothing. Pull in clutch lever and engine turns. Full choke and push again...bike splutters to life. Let go clutch ( bike in neutral of course) Leave choke on to warm and let run for a few minutes. When warm the bike idles down at 1000 or so and revs up with no hesitation or stumble. Chop throttle and it idles back immediately. Seems to run right.

My question is with this starting sequence. Is there some clutch safety switch that disables starter circuit? I see no reference to it in the shop manual. I have tried to reach the PO for clarification but haven't been ableto reach him. I'm a bit confused but very happy that she runs so well after such a long time.

Any and all help appreciated.
Cheers,
Spyug
 
Yeh, there is a starter interlock in the clutch lever. You can see 2 wires coming from it.
As far as a starting routine, I just turn gas on, use the choke, turn key on, pull in clutch & hit button. Just let the starter spin for about 5 seconds without touching the throttle. If it doesn't start, wait a few seconds then try again.

Paul
 
I leave mine on for nothing more than I'm too lazy to clip the wires and tie em together....

though that said there's nothing like hitting the start button with the bike in gear and the clutch NOT pulled... The instant panic of WTF? Then the sudden realization that "dang it I did something dumb again"
 
WOW. The bike sat for 7 years and it started and runs fine? :shock:

Bike that have sat for as little as 7 weeks have needed to have the carbs cleaned. :oops:

Sequence...yes, there is a safety switch in the clutch. Normal sequence would be something like:
1) Full choke
2) Key on
3) Clutch in
4) Push starter button
5) Stay close to the choke lever/button/whatever to adjust idle speed to keep it down to a reasonable speed.

Notice that the sequence does not mention touching the throttle at all.

Once it is idling smoothly (with the choke still on) put on your helmet and gloves, start riding. By the time you get it into third gear, you should be able to turn the choke off. If the choke needs to be on longer, you can make adjustments to make the bike a bit more friendly.


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Steve said:
Sequence...yes, there is a safety switch in the clutch. Normal sequence would be something like:
1) Full choke
2) Key on
3) Clutch in
4) Push starter button
5) Stay close to the choke lever/button/whatever to adjust idle speed to keep it down to a reasonable speed.

Notice that the sequence does not mention touching the throttle at all.

Once it is idling smoothly (with the choke still on) put on your helmet and gloves, start riding. By the time you get it into third gear, you should be able to turn the choke off. If the choke needs to be on longer, you can make adjustments to make the bike a bit more friendly.
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Yeah that's right on with what I'm doing with my '78 750.
 
Many thanks guys that is great news and confirms my thoughts.

Yes I was very impressed that she started right up but I was more impressed that there is no trouble in droping back to idle and no backfire , hesitation or stumble when twisting the throttle. There is no smoke or anything weird leaking from the engine or pipes.This bike is awesome to use the now overused term.

I have a lot todo around the homestead this weekend and I have a good buddy up from Virginia ( high school reunion) but i want to get the tank on and go for a trial run around the neighbourhood at some time.

I have a Yammie store very close to me and the techs and counter guys ( and gal) have become good buds. I dropped over today to get some oil and was pleased to find out they had an oil filter for me and could get any other part I need for this bike. This is great news and is making me like this bike even more....specilly when they told me theses are great bikes ( from Yammie dudes no less) and the engines are bullet proof. I'm getting stoked and looking forward to getting on the road.

Appreciate all the good info .
Cheers all,
Spyug.
 
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