Sticky starter

[netsurfer]

I have noticed when I switch my '01 SV650s off the starter makes a little screech (less than half a second)
Anyone else come across this?

I'm worried that the motor is engaging with the engine and not disengaging again until it is stopped.

I suppose really I should just bite the bullet and take it out.. however I haven't got hold of a paddock stand or lift yet, so would prefer to put it off til I did. Thing is, do I ride it in the meantime?

Pete

[dirtydog]

why do you need a paddock stand to take the starter off?

[netsurfer]

Dont think i'd feel 100% safe lying below my bike while its on the sidestand

Call me paranoid :P

Pete

[Sid Squid]

You're paranoid.
Make sure it's in gear, don't push or pull stupidly hard on anything while you're working on it, it'll be fine.

[dirtydog]

you wouldn't believe what you can manage to do with the bike on its side stand, even an engine swap is possible :oops:

[northwind]

Leaving aside paddock stands, about which you are paranoid :) The SV starter's constantly engaged, it's a clutched starter with the clutch mechanism inside the cases. I think this might be different from typical car starters, but I know nothing about cars so maybe not. I don't think you're going to see an awful lot when you remove the starter tbh...

[netsurfer]

So how should I proceed? Can I get rid of the noise?

Pete

[northwind]

Haven't the slightest idea. Sorry :oops: