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Side By Side / Re: 2012 UXV 500i...where is the starter solenoid located?
« on: July 13, 2020, 11:03:42 AM »
Thank you for your replies.  I did downloaded the service manual as suggested by Stig.  And, I learned that there is no starter solenoid, but, there is a starter relay which is located next to the battery.  I tested it for continuity and there was none.  I ordered a replacement starter relay through Suzie's Moped on San Juan Island, WA and it arrived this past Friday.  It was an easy replacement and VOILA the bugger started!  Now my neighbors don't laugh and point as they drive by my idle orange 500i.  Our pleasures on Stuart Island these days are simple...

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General Discussion / Re: Kymco 2013 UXV 500i not starting
« on: May 22, 2020, 08:43:36 PM »
Crossbolt, are you available for a telephone conversation re: UXV 500i starting problem?  If so, please text me at 360-317-5489 with your contact info.  Many thanks, Ken

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General Discussion / Service manual for Kymco UXV 500i
« on: May 22, 2020, 08:38:23 PM »
Does anyone know a source for a service manual for the UXV 500i?  Ken

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Side By Side / 2012 UXV 500i...where is the starter solenoid located?
« on: May 22, 2020, 08:19:47 PM »
Just replaced the ignition switch because the old one froze up and I could not turn the engine off.  I could not find a replacement in the US, so shipping time from Taiwan was more than a month.  I needed to use the rig, so I had to make some on-site modifications.  But, that is not why I am posting.  The new ignition is installed. Recharged the battery. When I press the brake and turn the key, all the proper lights ignite, the fuel pump operates but I get no reaction when I try to start it. Nothing...no clicks, just no reaction. To add injury to insult, I can't locate the starter solenoid or the starter.  Can someone give me a clue?  A response would be greatly appreciated.  Ken   
 

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: July 08, 2017, 10:31:15 PM »
Thanks Karl for you insights...I talked to the service mgr at Skagit Power Sports and they seem inclined to cooperate.  But, I will try to connect with Kymco USA on Monday to work that side of the equation.  Will keep you posted as things progress...have a good weekend...I know your weather is favorable.  Later, Ken

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: July 07, 2017, 02:47:02 AM »
Hi Karl.  I am working with Skagit Power Sports in Burlington on this issue...no response from Kymco USA so far. 

Question for you...can a 500i be towed (slowly) with a towbar to its destination?  Or, do I need to trailer it?  Can't seem to find an answer to this question on this forum.  Thanks, Ken

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out - back again
« on: July 03, 2017, 09:20:06 PM »
Mexbum201 here again.  Last September 2, 2016, I reported a problem with the exhaust cam on this lightly used rig. 
The exhaust cam was replaced as reported above and has run very well since  then.  I have probably put 100 hours on it since then.  2 days ago, July 1st, it stopped running just like the previous incident.  Today, I removed the valve spring cover and ran the starter to watch the valve spring action.  The valves springs for the intake valves moved noticeably...but the exhaust valves didn't move a bit!  Needless to say, I am seriously pissed at KYMCO for sending us another defective cam. I will call KYMCO on the 5th and expect to have a serious conversation about their parts and service.  Stay tuned...Ken

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: September 08, 2016, 05:20:54 PM »
Sending a 3rd pic...

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: September 08, 2016, 05:19:43 PM »
Sending another pic...

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: September 08, 2016, 05:17:56 PM »
Hope this works...

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Side By Side / Re: 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: September 08, 2016, 05:15:25 PM »
Attempting to send some pics of the old and new cams...


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Side By Side / 2012 500i exhaust cam worn out
« on: September 02, 2016, 09:44:47 AM »
I bought a used 2012 500i with just under 1000 miles in 2016.  It ran great for about a month and then it would not start.  It turned over but would not kick over.  It had spark.  The injector gave off a small puff of fuel.  Maybe compression?  I live on a small island in the state of Washington with no commercial services of any kind.  I trailered the rig via barge to Beast Motor Sports on San Juan island, a Kymco certified repair facility.  The mechanic found that the the lobe on the exhaust cam had worn off to such an extent that the exhaust valves would not open. (I have pics and will post if anyone is interested.)  He suggests that either the cam was faulty or that the original owner had not removed the break-in oil when recommended.  Has anyone run into this problem?  Any thoughts on this matter for the good of the order?  BTW, KymcoUSA sez they have no recalls for this problem.     

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