Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Starter motor runs but does not crank the engine
The starter motor runs when the transmission is in neutral, but does not run when the transmission is in any position other than neutral, with the side-stand up.
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Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
| 1 | Check the side-stand switch. Refer to “side-stand / ignition
interlock system parts inspection” . Is the side-stand switch ok? |
Go to step 2. | Faulty side-stand switch. |
| 2 | Check the starter clutch. Refer to “starter clutch removal and
installation” . Is the starter clutch ok? |
|
Faulty starter clutch. |
Starter motor will not run
Note
make sure the fuses are not blown and the battery is fully-charged
before diagnosing.
Troubleshooting
Step
Action
Yes
No
1
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Other materials:
Procedure for returning
to service
Clean the entire motorcycle.
Remove the oily rags from the
air cleaner intake and muffler
outlet.
Drain all the engine oil. Install
a new oil filter and fill the
engine with fresh oil as outlined
in this manual.
Remove the spark plugs. Turn
the engine a few tim ...
Ecm removal and installation
Removal
Remove the frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire.
Remove the tool set (1) and prop stay (2).
Disconnect the hose clamp (3) (e-33 only) and
starter relay (4).
Remo ...
Starter motor inspection
Refer to “starter motor disassembly and assembly” .
Carbon brush
Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or
smoothness in the brush holder.
If either carbon brush is defective, replace the brush
holder set with a new one.
Measure the length “a” of the carbon brushes using a
v ...