Starter Does Not Operate or Does Not Turn Engine Over
  1. Engine run switch in OFF position.
  2. Ignition switch not ON.
  3. Discharged battery or loose or corroded connections (solenoid chatters).
  4. Clutch lever not squeezed against handlebar or transmission not in neutral.
  5. Jiffy stand not in retracted position (required for international models only).
  6. Blown fuse.
Engine Turns Over But Does Not Start
  1. Fuel tank empty.
  2. Fuel filter clogged.
  3. Discharged battery or loose or damaged battery terminal connections.
  4. Fouled spark plugs.
  5. Spark plug cable connections loose or in bad condition and shorting.
  6. Loose or corroded wire or cable connection(s) at coil or battery.
  7. Fuel pump inoperative.
  8. Blown fuse.
Starts Hard
  1. Spark plugs in bad condition, have improper gap, or are partially fouled.
  2. Spark plug cables in bad condition and leaking.
  3. Battery nearly discharged.
  4. Loose wire or cable connection(s) at one of the battery terminals or at coil.
  5. Engine oil too heavy (winter operation).
  6. Fuel tank vent plugged or fuel line closed off, restricting fuel flow.
  7. Water or dirt in fuel system.
  8. Fuel pump inoperative.
Starts But Runs Irregularly or Misses
  1. Spark plugs in bad condition or partially fouled.
  2. Spark plug cables in bad condition and leaking.
  3. Spark plug gap too close or too wide.
  4. Battery nearly discharged.
  5. Damaged wire or loose connection at battery terminals or coils.
  6. Intermittent short circuit due to damaged wire insulation.
  7. Water or dirt in fuel system or filter.
  8. Fuel vent system plugged. See dealer.
  9. One or more injectors fouled.
A Spark Plug Fouls Repeatedly
  1. Incorrect spark plug.
Pre-ignition or Detonation (Knocks or Pings)
  1. Incorrect fuel.
  2. Incorrect spark plug.
Overheats
  1. Insufficient oil supply or oil not circulating.
  2. Heavy carbon deposit from lugging engine. See dealer.
  3. Insufficient air flow over cylinder heads during extended periods of idling or parade duty.
Excessive Vibration
  1. Rear fork pivot shaft nuts loose. See dealer.
  2. Front engine mounting bolts loose. See dealer.
  3. Front chain or links tight as a result of insufficient lubrication or belt badly worn.
  4. Wheels and/or tires damaged. See dealer.
  5. Vehicle not properly aligned. See dealer.