84 Interceptor 1000

The starter just makes whinning noise when you try to start it. HELP

 

The rollers in the one way starter gear/clutch are sticking. It happens at times. Could be oil varnish/dirt, worn springs/caps, rollers scored or worst case broken housing/gear.

Put the bike in 2nd gear and bump it to get the motor and starter gear to move back and forth. That sometimes will unstick a roller or what ever.

Otherwise take off the right side cover and remove the starter clutch and inspect for wear or gubbers if it continues to happen.

 

Thanks I will try that and see where that gets me

 

Starters from the '90-'97 VFR's are bolt in replacements if you need a new one.

 

Really? Same starter as the first gen? That's nice to know! Thanks

 

Thanks for the info, my 84 1000 did the same thing once but has worked good since.