bobbernation Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Okay, I looked for a topic with an answer before posting this thread...couldn't find one. So when i turn the key to engage the starter on my 81 xs400, sometimes the motor turns over fine. But sometimes there is a god awful sound coming from the cases area. Kinda sounds like the chain is being slung all over the inside(just a description). Then when I stop and try again, the motor turns over fine. Does this sound like a problem with the starter, starter clutch, or something else I'm missing? Bobb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator drewpy Posted March 15, 2011 Moderator Share Posted March 15, 2011 Okay, I looked for a topic with an answer before posting this thread...couldn't find one. So when i turn the key to engage the starter on my 81 xs400, sometimes the motor turns over fine. But sometimes there is a god awful sound coming from the cases area. Kinda sounds like the chain is being slung all over the inside(just a description). Then when I stop and try again, the motor turns over fine. Does this sound like a problem with the starter, starter clutch, or something else I'm missing? Bobb usually the starter clutch, first check the starter motor is securly fastened. replacing the starter clutch is a PITA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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