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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Starter motor runs but does not crank the engine

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Engine / Starting system / Diagnostic information and procedures / 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.

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?

  • Open circuit in wire harness.
  •  Poor contact of connector.
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 ...

Repair instructions
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Other materials:

Starter clutch inspection
Refer to “starter clutch removal and installation” . Starter clutch Install the starter driven gear onto the starter clutch.  Turn the starter driven gear by hand to inspect the starter clutch for a smooth movement. The gear turns in one direction only. If a large resistance is felt ...

Throttle cable removal and installation
Removal Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” .  Remove the right handlebar switch box. Refer to “handlebar removal and installation” in section 6b .  Remove the throttle cables as shown in the cable routing diagram. Refer to “thro ...

Swingarm related parts inspection
Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” (page 2c- 9). Spacers Remove the collar and spacer from the swingarm.  Inspect the collars and spacer for wear and damage. If any defects are found, replace them with new ones. Chain buffer Inspect the chain buffer for wear and ...

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