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83 GS1100G Solenoid Question

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Kawickrice

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I have replaced my starter solenoid because the bike would not start from the button (but it would start, jumping it with a screwdriver across the terminals)
My question is I have juice from the button to the solenoid but it still will not turn over unless I jump the solenoid with a screwdriver. What am I missing, I am stumped as electrical is not my strong point. Help please. I am going to Leesburg Bike Fest in the morning and would like to ride the GS
 
Bad ground on the solenoid. Try running a ground to one of the mounting bolts and see if it helps.
 
Solenoid

Solenoid

Yet, another case of a good solenoid being replaced by another good solenoid. Hang onto it. Someone mentioned putting together an art exhibit using solenoids.....:)
 
Thanks for the quick reply guys. I ran another ground wire and its fixed. Well I don't feel some dumb now that I know it a common problem with the GS. The good thing is I didn't even cut the factory wire, so I put the old one back on. I'll hang on to the new one, for one of my other projects, which means I won't be donating to the art project you speak of. Once again Thanks for the help, it is very much appreciated.:)
 
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