Why won’t my motorbike start? | Check list

[@soulrebelno1]

The first thing I always check is the kill switch, it's very easy to knock it to the 'on' position and not notice. I read a story where one bloke walked for two hours back to his house, because his bike wouldn't start when he was out on his own in the wilderness. He then got his mate to give him a lift back to his stricken bike, so he could get it back home. When they arrived his mate took one look, flicked the kill switch back to the 'off' position, and started the bike! 🙄

[@dreamboiiodee]

😊😊😊

[@ry491]

Glad someone else has done that. Thought I was the only idiot on the planet .

[@PowerOfOne-u4h]

You mean to the On position?

[@robbikebob]

I got thru two batteries before I checked what voltage the battery was getting. It was getting nearly 18 volts! New regulator-rectifier was ordered....

[@starfighter2952]

"Remember to keep the kitchen window open after you fire it up", a true bike enthusiast.

[@stanleyknife1967]

Great video. Also remember to blow out any debris before taking the spark plugs out (I know the V7 has covers, others don’t!)

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Great point.

[@taff6987]

I've had an srad standing for a long time...over 6months easy. Maybe a few years. That's at least a quarter to half a tank of fuel in there with a stabiliser but I want to completely drain the tank! What is the best and easiest way to completely drain the tank before I put nice fresh fuel in there? I will also be removing the carbs and opening them up to do a full clean of the carbs and clean all the jets too. She was running before i took the tank, and airbox off. She would run to about 7-8k revs then bog after that...I imagine it's a carb blockage so hopefully after a good inspection and clean she will be good to go again!👍🏼

[@jamesledet784]

A common problem I have every now and then all comes on but when push the start button nothing no sound no start. This is because it has dirt and grim inside the switch needs to be clean out from time to time.

[@michaelcervantes7548]

Clear explanations. Thank you. Merry Christmas!

[@chrismotichek8059]

Thank you for making this video it helped me figure out what was my problem with my 2008 Kawasaki ninja ex250j

[@cloggsy1971]

You didn’t mention checking the kill switch isn’t engaged 😂🤣

[@markusreynolds7586]

Got nothing out of this😂

[@graysondean1362]

Literally this comment just saved me. Shoot me now.

[@domnicmascarenhas536]

Mate called a mechanic as my bike wasn’t starting, than read your comment and my kill switch was on. Thanks

[@IEatCheerios]

I don't care how long you've been riding, that s*** happens 🤣🤣🤣🥹

[@Daniel-tj4fz]

I have a 1992 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500, been sitting for about 12 years, it turns over but won't start, there was no gas, and I installed a new battery, it belonged to my late Brother so it's more sentimental than anything else...

[@wnicklas]

The clutch 😆😆😆 Bought a bike that wouldn't start, very cheap, took the bike home, bought a new battery and held in the clutch and BANG 🤭👍🏻

[@munna1111]

Hello .can anyone explain what could be the issue .i have taken my battery off while engine was running.after 10 second engine went dead.i have put new battery..all dashboard lights working.starter motor working fine.all switch working ok.but there is no noise when i trun on ignition and no start either.even though starter motor working fine

[@PowerOfOne-u4h]

Could also be a bad fuel pump and or pump relay switch. like what happened to my zzr600

[@martynhoward540]

All well and good remembering to pull the clutch in but what if the clutch switch especially the connectors are dirty or corroded.

[@Nick_R_]

Clutch switch, side stand switch, gear position sensor... All can block starting. Then there's the starter relay solenoid.

[@michaelstoddard5188]

The starter on mine works when you hold the brake. I recently changed the tires. So I took the rims off the moped. Now that I put them back on it won't turn over at all its just dead but the lights work battery is fully charged. What do I need to check

[@tevinhines5426]

What if my turns over and and it wants too start but it won't come out of first??

[@willbrownmusic]

What if it wont start with the switch, but starts with the kick start, but cuts out when going to idle? Would this be the starter motor? Thanks

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Hard to diagnose online but logic says... If it starts on the kickstart, it might be the starter button. But if it then stalls on idle it could either be something in the low-engine-speed or cold start fuelling (maybe a problem with the choke if it has one) or perhaps an issue with the battery. If the starter button turns the engine over without starting then it's probably not the battery. Does the engine idle if you rev it (or ride it )for long enough to get it warm? If so, it's probably the choke. Hope that helps.

[@willbrownmusic]

@@bennettsbikesocial Thanks buddy!

[@DukeDyson]

Don't forget the killswitch before you get too engrossed :-)

[@garyhurdiss10]

How would would be the best way to find problem from a starter relay failure or starter motor itself.. rather buy the right one lolits a 125 cc derbi senda cross city 2015 model.. it has a brand new battery too, it just clicks when trying to electric start.. could it even be a coil issue m8 sorry new to bikes

[@garyhurdiss10]

sombody said to bridge the relay with a screw driver and if starts the starter motor would be fine?

[@itzarch1704]

My bike doesn’t turn over but the fuses are fine When removing my immobilser it went off and can’t start it from there please help

[@T.K.9]

Me riding to a shop to buy something. Goes back to the bike and starts it all lights on, dash on etc., press the starter button, starter buzz/whirs a bit but then just plane silence. Tested new battery, press starter button and just one click sound and nothing. What I did notice though 2-3 days before the bike just did not start is that. Everytime you press the starter button, it does its usual whirring sound and cranks the bike and starts the bike, But the whirring sound you hear when you press the starter button whirrs 1-2 times right after the engine properly starts. Like literally engine starts like normal. Then you hear 1-2 whirrs or buzz after. Same whirring or buzzing start when you press the starter button. I could not hear it for a long while cause I always started it with a helmet on. I only then realize it did it when I started the bike without any helment. Usually the starter whirring stops just as the engine cranks up.

[@marsoelflaco5722]

Instead of putting a bike in "hibernation", is taking it out for a 15 minute ride once a week during the winter months a good idea to keep everything running smoothly?✌🏽

[@christians131]

As a former tech, I think that’s that best way to go about “winterization” lol. If you can get it up to speed, put 4 or 5mi on it (enough to get coolant and oil to operating temp) that’s ideal but it’s probably easier said than done for people who live in very cold climates and it’s unsafe to ride

[@BlackThor15]

Amazing video, thank you for sharing it!! 👍👍

[@bennettsbikesocial]

You're very welcome Nelio.

[@revanthchowdary9863]

I checked everything but still its not starting up what to do

[@АлексейМартинковский]

What maybe the problem if bike starts in morning done about mile or two and then lost power,when i tried start it it bang from exhaust and stopped again and everytime when its about to start it just pop from exhaust and then die

[@ryan1625]

Just got mine back from service, left key in ignition(off position) by mistake and now it doesnt turn on, but when charger is connected to battery it says its full, turns on when connected to charger but wont start and dash spazs out, no clue wtf i did

[@nokiatoaster]

Did you fix it? If so how?

[@solarguy6043]

Excellent list! Tiny correction, it's carbon MOnoxide (not carbon DIoxide) that we are concerned about running a gas engine indoors.

[@David_playsGgolre]

I have a 1984 magna and it won’t start I check fuse spark plugs and batteries

[@sofierazer8754]

ive done everything uve told even check the kill switch but still it wont start.i need help

[@epboshkani]

I poured gas mix with oil for grass trimmer by mistake .now my Yamaha V Star 650 do not start well ,I clean carburetor nothing changed . anybody knows what should i do .Thanks

[@gigaChad3505]

So my yamaha usually has issues starting on mornings (as it cranks but wont fire up initially), I've changed the spark plug, all filters and oils. What else should I try?

[@whatevayalike]

ignition coil maybe

[@04poppop]

Sometime starts normally, but recently completely nothing, no turn nothing. Battery is ok, start relay ok, even bought new but nothing changed. Any sugestion?? thank you

[@1wannabee1]

Hiya. My bikes been off the road for approx a year. I've fitted a new battery but I have nothing when I switch on. No electrics,ignition lights.Zero. I've checked the fuses and checked there is feed to the ignition and also checked the battery for charge. Any idea's? I would really appreciate them. Cheers

[@Nick_R_]

So what was the problem in the end? Or is it still sat there?!

[@once-ler3402]

hi I own a 2007 vstar 650… when I turn the key I hear two sets of clicks. one slower and one faster. if I put my finger on the carb, I can feel the clicking. what might that be?

[@whyandwonders]

my bike doesn't start, it cranks, but only starts if i give throttle, it's a FI bike, not fuel problem, i changed out the fuel, changed new fuel pumps and filters, change the battery, and of course tried to jump start as well, it only still cranks, had also changed the throttle position sensor, but i have no idea how to check if it's working or not, also had changed the air filter, also changed the spark plug and check the ignition coil, and everything is working well. my bike is a benelli tnt25 2016 with only 1 piston. even if it starts, it will die out in 5 seconds, and stalls easily while taking off

[@whatevayalike]

ECU/CDI?

[@infographistehistorichaiti5929]

You have a talented editeur.

[@sicks6six]

petrol loses ocatne over time, after about 3 months you notice the difference, harder start and takes longer to warm up and level out, also E-petrol absorbs water, ethanol is hyrdoscopic, this means it absobrs water out the air, one pint of ethanol can absorb 1 pint of water if left long enough, so water absorbstion and ocatne reduction is the No1 problem for poor starting after being laid up over winter, the solution is, drain the tank before storage, squirt WD40 or simular in the tank and seal the tank filler cap with cling film, come spring just fill the tank and drain the carbs, dont let the carbs stand over winter dry as that will damage the rubber seals and encourage that white mould that grows on the copper jets, another good thing to do if not using a bike over winter is to seal the exhausts up, again cling film is an easyway to do that, a rubber bung is good if you have ones that fit, sealing the exhaust stops them from rusting inside out, exhausts fill up with condensed water over the winter and can have a cup full in them in just 3-5 months, how cold and damp is your garage/shed ! a squirt of WD40 down them prior to storage wont do any harm, N/B The best solution is to start the bike once a week and let it tick over for 10 minutes, turn the fuel off then after 20 seconds cut the ignition, in that order 🏍

[@mart7404]

nice info and beautiful Guzzi

[@mart7404]

IS THAT A V7II?

[@gibson7654]

Hey, i have a f4i that had a PCIII. After removing it and reconnecting the connectors the bike dies as soon as I turn the key. The battery shows 12.8v. Thoughts?

[@petemoss8625]

HELP PLEASE! My zx7r great starter, parked it up, and changed the brake pads. 4 days later starter motor turning it over as normal, fuel in tank. Will not start. any ideas?

[@johnrailsback3829]

You ever find out the problem?

[@cfcloco7600]

Moto guzzi crosser was my first bike I loved it

[@mrlemonhead3k652]

How can I go about draining my tanks?

[@joncrich]

Thank you for the info sir. love from the philippines :)

[@noahway13]

GD! Can't I find ONE person that does a frickin' flow chart? --- Does your bike do nothing? Does it just click? Does it turn over but not start? Etc.

[@donzwillz]

Good explanation

[@dutralens4822]

my 2015 Yamaha fj09 /tracer 900 dosen't want to start . just replace the battery ,doesn't start. now I will replace the start relay. any one else with this problem?

[@joehatfield8003]

Awesome video!! Thank you

[@davidnovak4444]

What about gasoline pump? Can that be a problem when starting?

[@whatevayalike]

yeh also check ignition coil ,ignition switch and starter switch ,if its none of those it could be your ECU/CDI

[@LazFX06]

You forgot to mention the starter motor bearing failure! 😊

[@beegrichard165]

thank you, you helped me!

[@GracindaMF]

Excellent! Thanks a lot!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks for the positivity, glad you enjoyed.

[@GracindaMF]

@@bennettsbikesocial I enjoy all your videos, they're great educational material! Keep it going, and thanks again for your efforts!

[@shirikapollard]

Question, I've had my bike sitting for roughly two months...needed a new battery and some cosmetics...now I changed what needed to be changed and now it won't start and I have no idea why...can someone help

[@gordonhutchison9647]

Check the coil coils if yours has them when they start breaking down it causes starting issues that get worse over time also coil leads tend to break down causeing starting problems

[@motto666]

None on the list. My Yamaha fazer 1000 was on side stand for 2 years, got a new battery and still won't start, the problem is the tip over/ bank angle sensor, the sensor got stuck laying on the left side for 2 years, remove it and shake left and right, or put silicone to make it stay in place, check the tip over sensor especially you kept it for many months unused.

[@CoolnSerious]

Bloody well 😁, Great explanation 👏

[@gforce440murtaza]

my most common mistake kill switch on key is off..

[@derrickgrey6680]

My motorcycle starts with or without a battery.I don't think a battery is necessary

[@ziphozihlez9722]

Thank you

[@ElijahFoster8]

Very detailed thank you

[@Eduseveneight]

How about friend, I wanted to ask you a question. I am interested in buying a new motorcycle and I doubt between the triumph speed twin and the new guzzi v7 850cc ... I know they are not in the same segment, but I don't know if the guzzi would be somewhat short on the highway and in that situation the speed would be more convincing. a greeting from Spain.

[@captainaverage721]

If you're a new rider, get the Guzzi less power (but fast enough) less maintenance as shaft drive, reasonably good handling and looks great, good resale values. If you're a reasonably experienced rider I'd go for the Speed Twin, haven't ridden one yet but appears to be a fantastic bike. If you like a traditional looking bike with modern performance and handling id be looking at the the new Triumph Trident

[@Eduseveneight]

@@captainaverage721 thank you my friend

[@alandmorley]

try a guzzi before you buy is my advice

[@Eduseveneight]

@@alandmorley tell me more

[@NishadAbdulkhader]

Very useful video..pls make videos on BMW G310GS 🙏

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks Nishad - we've already published five. Check these: kzbin.info?search_query=g310gs+bennetts

[@NishadAbdulkhader]

@@bennettsbikesocial thanks a lot ..if you can do some maintenance related videos of g310gs, that would be great..keep going ..all the best

[@Gambo916]

Mr Child.....You've been following that John McGuinness 'pies n beer only' diet, ain'tcha Sir? I have too.........Hic, Burp!

[@khmerghost]

Always disconnect the battery when storing your bike.

[@willieboy8798]

dont forget dirty or worn switches on the kick or clutch, some of them are robust enough to take apart and clean contacts. hdfhfhdfh

[@johnchizoba7668]

I love bikes so much please I want to be part of you guys I need help I want to work with you

[@leeengelsman1855]

If you own the bike you would all ready be aware of many of these things.

[@saddle8bag]

Or you own a Triumph and forgot to pull in the clutch.

[@negenii]

Got my answer 30 second into the "stupid mode". Thank you, I would have felt a lot more stupid if I didn't watch this video.

[@Cuzzazbuzz]

Kill switch and butt plug. Immediate reaction is ‘the electrics have gone!’ Oh no, it’s just...

[@daviddoran8474]

Brummie Fernando Alonso?

[@frenchtoast-d7u]

Answer: it’s Italian.

[@tonymonaco4391]

Another expert on Italian motorcycles.

[@tonymonaco4391]

Just couldn’t keep a straight face during this blatant Guzzi smear. lol

[@cyriljunlangbayan8273]

fahyu