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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 7:02 pm Post subject: 04 yfz 450 wont start Reply with quote Back to top

ok so when i go to try and start my bike today it wont even try and start is this a common problem in 04 models any help with me great
 
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 7:40 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Battery?
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 8:14 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

battery, starter, solenoid, safety switches, safety relay, wiring, take your pick
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 8:22 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

will it turn over, and not start.
 
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 9:39 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Got Spark?
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 10:15 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

does it wind??? or does it just click??? if it does wind does it sound normal???
 
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 10:18 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

i hit the start switch and nothing happens at all not even a sound
 
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 10:21 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

check handlebar switches and starter motor wires
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 10:23 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

check your battery??
 
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 11:56 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Mate, it's going to be easier if you tell us what you have checked first.

Checking your battery should be your first port of call.

Certain '04 YFZ450 productions were notorious for chewing thru batteries.
Many owners went to a CBR600 battery in early model YFZ's and rode with lights ON.

Here's a good write up explaining the battery issue with the YFZ450.
http://www.bluetraxx.com/forums/yamaha-yfz450-450r-2004-present/48103-yfz450-yamaha-tech-updates.html

Now, go check your battery and get back to us Razz
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 6:43 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

ok i have checked the starter motor wire i have check the fuses i think its the battery how much is it for a new battery or should i buy a cbr600 battery
 
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:12 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

bansheerep wrote:
ok i have checked the starter motor wire i have check the fuses i think its the battery how much is it for a new battery or should i buy a cbr600 battery


If it was me I'd be doing this.
http://atv.off-road.com/atv/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=192624

I also put my quads on a maintanance battery charger/tender when not in use. I use an Optimate III, but Projecta sell a good one as well.
http://www.projecta.com.au/catalogue/cid/3/asset_id/14
The Projecta AC150 is often on special at Repco.
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 24, 2009 9:34 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

i was lookin at my quad today and noticed that i can maybe install a kick start has any 1 done this if so pics plz
 
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 25, 2009 5:55 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

bansheerep wrote:
i was lookin at my quad today and noticed that i can maybe install a kick start has any 1 done this if so pics plz


Google is your friend.
http://www.allthingsmoto.com/forums/f-183/how-daddog-installing-kick-starter-12306/

Why would you want to do it anyway? Buy a new battery and you'll be all set. Cheaper & easier.
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