I've got a '01 R1 that I've had in my garage this winter... I did NOT winterize it (go ahead, throw tomatoes and yell at me...) but I did try to start it every couple weeks or so...Well ofcourse when the weather got nice, I realized I hadnt been keeping up... Long story short, it wont start. I tried charging the battery, but that aint working....worst of all, I dont have a trailer to bring it...
Help? Anyone? I'm in Palos Park, and I'm a med student, so I dont have a lot of time free...I just wanna ride when I do have the time tho.
change the plugs, charge the battery and try again
ive never winterized my bike in the 4 years ive owned it, i put it in a storage unit adn forget about it till spring, i do make sure the tank is chock full though
come spring i go get it and its fired right up for me
is 01 the last year for carb'd R1s? (just googled quick..) if it is..might need to clean the carbs out. otherwise +1 to new battery if it just won't turn over (clicks)
Not mention the crank bearings.Starting a cold motor is by far the worst thing you can do to it.
I don't know who ever came up with that common missconception they should be shot.:2cents:
mastershad, goodluck. I'm also thinking you battery is toast. A better description of what the bike is or is not doing, will help diagnose your issue though.
i had this same problem, tried everything, finally i just let it sit out in the sun, after a nice wash, it was just hanging out looking all sexy and shiny. Fired right up
Hey now, I'm updating you, dont worry.
It wont turn over at all, no click. Its gotta be the battery. Where is the best place to pick one up? Should I just order one?
Man I sound bike-illterate, but I'm not I swear.
I just want to snap my fingers and have it ready to ride!
This weekend might just be a good time to get the bike ready. Get a new battery and you'll probably be fine. Check the fluids, brakes, and tires.
Wal-Mart has good prices, but they're not a Yuasa battery.
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