Starter motor brush replacement? - SV650.org

Big Bad Al · 14-09-12, 12:29 PM

pls can anyone advise.. is there anywhere to buy new SM-14 brushes for the mitsuba starter motor? How do the brushes fit in - looks to me like they need soldering, is that so? Is it possible / worthwhile doing this? I stopped off to fuel up this AM and bike wouldn't turn over. AA man gave the SM a gentle tap, having checked the battery, and it started up ok. On inspection, one of the brushes is nearly level with the "hole" that the starter motor contact sits in. Any advice, much appreciated.

Al.

14-09-12, 12:40 PM

I managed to replace some on an rs125 starter before. The brushes were completely worn down with bare wires remaining. I found some brushes that looked almost the right size and cut/filled them into shape. Worked perfectly

, the brushes I used were for a vacum motor from a hardware store lol. saved me about 100 quid

squirrel_hunter · 14-09-12, 01:02 PM

Personally I'd opt for the replacement of the starter motor. Suzuki do not list the brushes as a part and while you might be able to adapt a replacement I'd think it would be an easier job just to swap units over.

Big Bad Al · 14-09-12, 03:56 PM

ok - thanks for the replies gents. I don't want to lob out a large amount of cash just for worn brushes, so I have located a dealer who sells Mitsubi brush repair kit #8 for all SV650 models.
Costs £29.99 inc postage and includes the entire brush plate, so no soldering needed. Motorsportelectrics (ebay shop). Called them up to confirm part, seem like a good outfit. Quick job, low cost, and she will be fine once more....

14-09-12, 12:29 PM	#1
Big Bad Al Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: West London Posts: 188	Starter motor brush replacement? pls can anyone advise.. is there anywhere to buy new SM-14 brushes for the mitsuba starter motor? How do the brushes fit in - looks to me like they need soldering, is that so? Is it possible / worthwhile doing this? I stopped off to fuel up this AM and bike wouldn't turn over. AA man gave the SM a gentle tap, having checked the battery, and it started up ok. On inspection, one of the brushes is nearly level with the "hole" that the starter motor contact sits in. Any advice, much appreciated. Al. __________________ SFV650 in black with Evotech tailtidy, R&G Aeros and Heated Grips, Puig fly screen, Pipe Werx GP style race exhaust. Whoop! Previously.... Black SVS - DHM's Heated Grips Airblade Iridium Double Bubble Screen Beowulf end can and Evotech tailtidy. 3/7/2004 - 26/6/2015.

14-09-12, 12:40 PM	#2
SVMAT Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Starter motor brushes I managed to replace some on an rs125 starter before. The brushes were completely worn down with bare wires remaining. I found some brushes that looked almost the right size and cut/filled them into shape. Worked perfectly , the brushes I used were for a vacum motor from a hardware store lol. saved me about 100 quid

14-09-12, 01:02 PM	#3
squirrel_hunter Member Mega Poster Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Sunny Swindon Posts: 3,579	Re: Starter motor brushes Personally I'd opt for the replacement of the starter motor. Suzuki do not list the brushes as a part and while you might be able to adapt a replacement I'd think it would be an easier job just to swap units over. __________________ "A little enthusiastic?" May I add here, GG is awesome and I think I am in love with Stretchie...he rocks my world! SH2 \| 2MA \| GROM \| YSR

14-09-12, 03:56 PM	#4
Big Bad Al Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: West London Posts: 188	Re: Starter motor brushes ok - thanks for the replies gents. I don't want to lob out a large amount of cash just for worn brushes, so I have located a dealer who sells Mitsubi brush repair kit #8 for all SV650 models. Costs £29.99 inc postage and includes the entire brush plate, so no soldering needed. Motorsportelectrics (ebay shop). Called them up to confirm part, seem like a good outfit. Quick job, low cost, and she will be fine once more.... __________________ SFV650 in black with Evotech tailtidy, R&G Aeros and Heated Grips, Puig fly screen, Pipe Werx GP style race exhaust. Whoop! Previously.... Black SVS - DHM's Heated Grips Airblade Iridium Double Bubble Screen Beowulf end can and Evotech tailtidy. 3/7/2004 - 26/6/2015.

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