James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Hi gang, riding along, the bike gets weird almost like sudden engine breaking briefly then okay then sudden engine breaking, then engine cuts out. now turn the key and nothing happens. what could I be looking at? thanks for thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Hi James Any lights on the dash when you switch on again? Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 Oil and fuel, think they both normally come on when I turn egnitiom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 Sat on side of m5/m6 waiting for breakdown. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullscreenaging Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Bummer. Hope you get it sorted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Try your horn and headlights it is often chafing of the cables round the headstock which is an easy fix if you are patient and take care. Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 Headlights come on, horn was flakey before. Nothing happening at the starter motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 On full lock check the state of the sleeve around the cables as they pass round your headstock. If all looks good I take it you have already looked at your fuses? Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Oh and I take it your battery connections are nice and tight as you say you have lights. Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 I’m not going to do any more exploring right now. I don’t think it is safe in fading light. Battery sending enough juice for lights, starter not even trying. been trying to think what would cause the brief bouts of sudden speed loss and engine noise followed by a thunk sound (I think) and then no response from engine. would something electrical do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Fair enough. I don`t like electrical faults but I like clunk noises even less. When you get it home start by removing panels etc and examine everything before you start ripping into it. If in doubt take pics and ask others. Good luck and hopefully an easy fix. Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 At least I was trying to be helpful lol. Cheers Ian 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 Appreciate the help Ian. I wonder if a six is right. Going to be recovered to a garage. I’m stuffed for time for next few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 (edited) 34 minutes ago, Ian Frog said: At least I was trying to be helpful lol. Cheers Ian its the thunk sound ... thats not a good noise on anything mechanical, especially if its a clunk sound and being mistaken for a thunk noise. Edited September 16, 2021 by Six30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 1 hour ago, James in Brum said: Hi gang, riding along, the bike gets weird almost like sudden engine breaking briefly then okay then sudden engine breaking, then engine cuts out. now turn the key and nothing happens. what could I be looking at? thanks for thoughts. Turn the key or pressing the starter switch? If you're getting the usual dash lights when turning the ignition on but nothing when you hit the starter - and it's cut out whilst running - it could be a break in the loom or a bad switch - eg kill switch / side stand switch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 That makes sense! btw I can recommend Chas Mann bike cafe and bar it’s not associated with the garage at all but they have taken my bike in to keep it safe and are very warm and generous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Connector /fuse on solenoid charred .. Rear of igniton switch terminals burnt out and not contacting well .( terminals willmove side toside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 Lights on press starter ....do they dim.? If yes starter is stuck / trying to work If no then its time to investigate startiny circuit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 16, 2021 Author Share Posted September 16, 2021 No dimming. so could suddenly be electric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SloRider125 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 The "Bogging Down" sounds similar to what happened to my bike. It seemed to lose power a few times, so pulled over and checked transmission, which was fine, so I carried on. Went through the Tyne Tunnel. I got out the tunnel and was travelling down a slip road. it just died and wouldn't start. I can't remember if the starter was working, as this happened over 2 years ago. So after stripping the engine down, turned out my piston rings had siezed, and had no compression. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifthwheel Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 Have you tried putting the bike in gear then pushing to see if the engine turns? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted September 17, 2021 Author Share Posted September 17, 2021 Not tried anything more now. Have given it to a garage. I cannot afford the time to inexpertly learn this time. I need the bike to work or know I need to replace it. That said the mechanic thinks it will be next week before they get chance. been looking at V-stroms on eBay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 (edited) Side stand switch , trying bending the tang that pushes the switch . If that doesn't get it try running on Pri ( Prime position ) on the fuel tap . And if it's still playing up , clean both ends of both battery leads and whatever they connect to with an abrasive and reassemble . Failing all of that , pull all the multi pin connectors starting with the most crispy looking ones . Clean and inspect . If you are still stuck I don't mind popping over to have a look at it . Edited September 17, 2021 by fastbob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 2 hours ago, James in Brum said: Not tried anything more now. Have given it to a garage. I cannot afford the time to inexpertly learn this time. I need the bike to work or know I need to replace it. That said the mechanic thinks it will be next week before they get chance. been looking at V-stroms on eBay. I should have read this before posting . Oh well . By the way Exream used to ride a VStrom . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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