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Re: Speed triple 955i

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BBB wrote: ↑Thu Mar 17, 2022 2:12 pm Had read about the starter issues, asked the seller if it spins when hot and it does but doesn't fire up and it does. Going to see if I can have a look at the weekend to see if it's a slow spin or possibly another issue.
Don't quote me but believe that the ECU sees low voltage due to excessive power draw by the starter motor, so shuts off the ignition causing no start. Strong battery and associated cabling required to help.....
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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v8-powered wrote: ↑Thu Mar 17, 2022 3:01 pm
BBB wrote: ↑Thu Mar 17, 2022 2:12 pm Had read about the starter issues, asked the seller if it spins when hot and it does but doesn't fire up and it does. Going to see if I can have a look at the weekend to see if it's a slow spin or possibly another issue.
Don't quote me but believe that the ECU sees low voltage due to excessive power draw by the starter motor, so shuts off the ignition causing no start. Strong battery and associated cabling required to help.....
That's to stop it not turning over fully, back firing and taking out the sprag, iirc.
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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Sounds like a spinning starter doesn't mean it's not an issue if that makes sense.
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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Check draglink bearings. Mine are totally shot on my 2001 Speed Triple.
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My one went through a spate of refusing to start when hot. No warning lights or other symptoms, it would just merrily spin away and not catch.

I say "went through a spate"...it would still do it, if it weren't for the fact its laid up in my garage.
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I had one and loved it. It was very reliable, although the sprag cluvh fsled.
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Trogladyte wrote: ↑Sun Mar 20, 2022 12:37 am although the sprag cluvh fsled.
I hate it when they do that ;)
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Dyslexic sprag clutches are a real pain, it does not know if it is in the right order or not.
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I may have had a couple of drinks, last night. 🥃
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Only a couple?
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The Spin Doctor wrote: ↑Sun Mar 20, 2022 12:11 pm Only a couple?
A baker's couple.
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Went to see it at the weekend and unfortunately it's cost me over £3k but that does include delivery.
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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Looking to replace the standard starter circuit cabling with some heavier gauge. Can find a kit for the tiger 1050 on square deals website but nothing for the 1050.

Anyone able to recommend some suppliers to check?
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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Search for a guy called Jeff 'pudding' Halford on FB, he makes them.
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@v8-powered cheers, the dealer mentioned something like pudding or pies but couldn't remember. Thank you

Looks like I'll to join Facebook....
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Re: Speed triple 955i

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BBB wrote: ↑Sat Apr 02, 2022 8:51 pm @v8-powered cheers, the dealer mentioned something like pudding or pies but couldn't remember. Thank you

Looks like I'll to join Facebook....
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