chunkygoat
Member
Hello All,
It's been quite a while since I've posted - however I do browse the forums still regularly. I wish had something notably positive to post about - however I have found myself in a predicament and could really use any advice or input anyone may have before I start tearing the bike apart getting to the root of the problem.
The situation:
7:35am I took the bike into work today, as usual - filled the tank with gas on the way, and arrived early. I figured I would stop by the grocery store down the street before work and pick up some supplies.
7:52am On my way out, I started the bike -- as normal, and made the blunderous mistake of pressing the start button a second time :spank:, after the motor had already been running. Upon pressing the starter the 2nd time, the bike immediately shut off without making any strange noises. I attempted to start the bike again, with no prevail. The engine turns, once, twice, then the starter clicks a few times.
8:02am I decide, since I am right down the street, to walk to work and deal with it over lunch or after work.
12:05pm I head back over to the grocery store over lunch, and try to start it with the same result. Engine turns twice over, then makes a meager attempt to turn once more, then the starter clicks a few times. I believe the cluster reset every attempt made as well.
12:07pm I notice the "overflow tube" (not sure if this is the proper term) -- the hose that runs underneath the bike, that I assume comes from the gas tank --appears to be steadily spewing vapor gasoline with a steady drip. I am not sure if this is related to my error or is just a result of having just filled my gas tank.
My first thought was battery as the starter still sounds as if it is still engaging and turning the engine a few times. I have heard the ECU will stop the bike from starting if the voltage is too low. After work, I'd like to try to bump/compression start it and see if there are any positive results. If I cannot seem to get it started, I will call the AllState motor club and get my free tow home and sort it out there where I have all my tools.
In the past, twice before, I have killed the battery due to leaving the key in the on position. Over last winter, I didn't have a battery tender until about February so that battery, on top of being 6+ years old, I feel was on its way out before the incident - this could have just been the catalyst. I will certainly measure the voltage both under load and not under load when I get home to hopefully spot something.
I cannot see how pressing the starter button, with the motor running, would damage the battery.
-Does this sound plausible?
-Could it potentially draw hellacious amounts of current or reverse polarity?
-Has anybody else made this mistake and had a similar effect?
-If so, how was the issue resolved?
-Does the over flow hose dripping gasoline indicate an issue with the fuel pump, fuel injectors, gas tank, or any other fuel related system?
Any input before tow her home and start poking around would be tremendously appreciated. I am hoping it is just the battery -- or at least a simple fix.
Thanks you guys for any advice or input you might have.
-Matt
It's been quite a while since I've posted - however I do browse the forums still regularly. I wish had something notably positive to post about - however I have found myself in a predicament and could really use any advice or input anyone may have before I start tearing the bike apart getting to the root of the problem.
The situation:
7:35am I took the bike into work today, as usual - filled the tank with gas on the way, and arrived early. I figured I would stop by the grocery store down the street before work and pick up some supplies.
7:52am On my way out, I started the bike -- as normal, and made the blunderous mistake of pressing the start button a second time :spank:, after the motor had already been running. Upon pressing the starter the 2nd time, the bike immediately shut off without making any strange noises. I attempted to start the bike again, with no prevail. The engine turns, once, twice, then the starter clicks a few times.
8:02am I decide, since I am right down the street, to walk to work and deal with it over lunch or after work.
12:05pm I head back over to the grocery store over lunch, and try to start it with the same result. Engine turns twice over, then makes a meager attempt to turn once more, then the starter clicks a few times. I believe the cluster reset every attempt made as well.
12:07pm I notice the "overflow tube" (not sure if this is the proper term) -- the hose that runs underneath the bike, that I assume comes from the gas tank --appears to be steadily spewing vapor gasoline with a steady drip. I am not sure if this is related to my error or is just a result of having just filled my gas tank.
My first thought was battery as the starter still sounds as if it is still engaging and turning the engine a few times. I have heard the ECU will stop the bike from starting if the voltage is too low. After work, I'd like to try to bump/compression start it and see if there are any positive results. If I cannot seem to get it started, I will call the AllState motor club and get my free tow home and sort it out there where I have all my tools.
In the past, twice before, I have killed the battery due to leaving the key in the on position. Over last winter, I didn't have a battery tender until about February so that battery, on top of being 6+ years old, I feel was on its way out before the incident - this could have just been the catalyst. I will certainly measure the voltage both under load and not under load when I get home to hopefully spot something.
I cannot see how pressing the starter button, with the motor running, would damage the battery.
-Does this sound plausible?
-Could it potentially draw hellacious amounts of current or reverse polarity?
-Has anybody else made this mistake and had a similar effect?
-If so, how was the issue resolved?
-Does the over flow hose dripping gasoline indicate an issue with the fuel pump, fuel injectors, gas tank, or any other fuel related system?
Any input before tow her home and start poking around would be tremendously appreciated. I am hoping it is just the battery -- or at least a simple fix.
Thanks you guys for any advice or input you might have.
-Matt