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I'll give the jumper a try. If it is the solenoid can I leave the jumper in place for a while until I can make other arrangements?
Mike



NO!! the jumper will cause the starter to keep running without pressing the starter button. It is not meant to be left on for any amount of time. It is only meant to verify if the solenoid is at fault or the starter. If the unit clicks, then jumper the solenoid with a heavy wire. If it continues to click when jumpering, the starter might be at fault or starter ground poor. If it starts, the solenoid is most likely at fault. This just narrows the problem down without you having to purchase anything.

There is a safety concern doing this though. Make sure the unit is in neutral as all the safeties will be bypassed. You only want to touch the leads with the wire for a moment to see if the starter turns.

If the solenoid is at fault though, all you will need till you get one is a jumper wire to start your bike but take care.

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