honda cbr600f not starting

[andy40]

i have a cbr 600fw the problem is when the starter switch is pressed all i get is contnuious clicking from the solanoide this was new in aug 2006 can anyone help
battery has full charge thanks

[momentofmadness]

Sounds like the solenoid is sticking - try a well aimed whack on the starter

[mtbr]

Bad earth contact?

[Steve_T]

If the solenoid is clicking, it's typically the battery. The solenoid switches *click* the large current required or the starter begins to flow, causing the battery voltage to drop. This in turn means there is insufficient voltage across the solenoid's coil to hold it closed and the the solenoid then re-opens, stopping the large current flow to the starter. The battery voltage then climbs again as the draw on it has reduced, enough to switch the solenoid ... cycle repeats. Time to get your battery tested I'd say.

Steve.

[andy40]

Steve_T said:

If the solenoid is clicking, it's typically the battery. The solenoid switches *click* the large current required or the starter begins to flow, causing the battery voltage to drop. This in turn means there is insufficient voltage across the solenoid's coil to hold it closed and the the solenoid then re-opens, stopping the large current flow to the starter. The battery voltage then climbs again as the draw on it has reduced, enough to switch the solenoid ... cycle repeats. Time to get your battery tested I'd say.

Steve.

had battery on charge for several hours did turn engine but not for long will leave no charge over night but looks like a new battery needed will let you know how i get on thanks Andy

[grant.d]

My quad used to do this, a good old whack to the started sorted it!