way to 'force' start the motor? [kickstart broke]

[dr_bar]

If you want to totally trash it, just start crossing wires without knowing what you're doing. Get a manual or take it in for service...

[rotten_yellow]

The manual doesn't say anything, but how to change oil etc.. I got 'motorcycle mechanics guide'. I'm not gonna take it to the service, unless I'm left with no options. I don't feel like paying 50$ and up for just getting a starter to work.

I noticed that my lights go dim when I press the starter button, so I guess not enough power comes from the solenoid to start the motor. Does that mean I need a new solenoid or there could be something else that interferes the process?

[Axman]

I think you need a battery.

[rotten_yellow]

I think you need a battery.

Multimeter showed 12,5v for the battery, the voltage would have appeared lower if the battery was bad.

[Tennif Shoe]

check batt voltage while hitting the start button, a bad batt can show 12.5 volts but not have enough juice (amps) to start up. You may find that when you hit the start button it goes to 2 volts. that is not enough to start the bike

[rotten_yellow]

Thanks, I'll try it after a sec.
I figured out that I could start the bike by attaching wires directly from the battery to the starter motor, and give it a little spark. The only problem is the starter motor gear stays 'inside', theres like one inch gap between the gears.

[NorthernPete]

post pictures when your bike explodes please.

and wear saftey glasses..those bits of metal are gonna fly!

[rotten_yellow]

Got it working!! The problem was lose connection in the solenoid and starter motor was busted. Thanks everyone who helped!

[MrShake]

are you REALLY going to ride it with a big hole in your engine case from that broken kickstart?!?!?!

[Axman]

It's a James Bond smoke screen/oil slick device!