97 GS500 Dropped, now won't start...

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97 GS500 Dropped, now won't start...

#1 Unread post by skoebl »

My bike got knocked over by my girlfriend's little cousins, and now it won't start. (Fell on the right side)
I put it in neutral and hit the start button and it will try to kick over at first (engine turning over, but not starting), then it sounds like the starter is slipping (no engine movement, but can hear starter going), then after a minute it stops doing anything. All I get from the start switch is a slight click as it's drawing current....

What could be wrong?

Thanks in advance,
Scott
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#2 Unread post by ZooTech »

Some bikes have a tip-over switch that cuts fuel to the engine if it falls over. If your bike has one, it'll have to be reset somehow.

It also sounds like the battery is going dead.

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#3 Unread post by skoebl »

Where would the switch be? (have no idea and don't have an owners manual)
The battery is also new, and I've ridden the bike around a bit to at least keep it charged...I hope it's not losing charge :confused:
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