CDI and Electric Start

[Aaronk]

well my electric start isn't working at all lol could it be due to the cdi box? i think i didn't cover it up properly and it got wet inside but it kickstarts any ideas?

[thebatman]

Hey man.... If your scoot is still kick starting, it's not the cdi...
You need to check the starter relay to make sure it's operating. (on some you can hear it click)
Check the starter itself.. They are known to go out on some ags, several members that were here(like me)  have replaced the starter multiple times.. I have been told that the 4t is way harder on a starter than a 2t... Hope this helps.......

[Aaronk]

i click the button in nothing no noise

[thebatman]

I just checked mine also. It didnt make any...hmmmm. some you can hear it tho....
If you have a meter, check the relay for power,continuaty
It's gonna be one or the other, of course the relay is cheaper to replace..
Some ppl have even claimed to have this rebiult but the shops here say no.
If you check the dimensions of the starter, you may be able to use any gy6 starter.(or at least swap out the "bushings"into your scooter)

[Aaronk]

K thanks I can use kickstart for now anyways thanks for help

[Loomin]

I have similar problem...when i pushed button no click no start.
I bought a new starter and relay installed them and nothing.
Tested old starter and relay to find fully fuctional.
The relay has 12v so the problem is  somewhere between the button and the relay. Now all I have to do is trace the 2 feet of wire and dissasemble the stering column .
I will update you when I find the fix

[axy]

I have similar problem...when i pushed button no click no start.
I bought a new starter and relay installed them and nothing.
Tested old starter and relay to find fully fuctional.
The relay has 12v so the problem is  somewhere between the button and the relay. Now all I have to do is trace the 2 feet of wire and dissasemble the stering column .
I will update you when I find the fix

Did you check two glass fuses in the floor board?
Replace them first even if they look OK.

[blue]

also check the wires going to and from the elc starter. sometimes just cleaning all your wires help.

[Loomin]

I just replaced fuses but still nothing
I cleaned all the wires on the starter when I took it apart for cleaning/replacement.
When i push the start button the relay switch doesn't close and allow the current to move through.
Which tells me the problem has to be somewhere between the button and the relay.
What are the fuses in the floorboard for?

[axy]

I just replaced fuses but still nothing
I cleaned all the wires on the starter when I took it apart for cleaning/replacement.
When i push the start button the relay switch doesn't close and allow the current to move through.
Which tells me the problem has to be somewhere between the button and the relay.
What are the fuses in the floorboard for?

Forget the fuses, if you replaced them, it's not the issue.
It still could be CDI though.

I had problems both with fuses several times on my gf's A125 and with CDI (just reconnected the jack even though it looked OK, the scoot fired up right after I disconnected and reconnected it - could be that disconnecting it empties some capacitor circuits inside).

Try that if you already did not.

[Loomin]

axy,

the scoot fires up fine with kick but i need the elec starter to work for my wife.
i looked at the wire diagram but I think i just have too take apart the start switch.
Please chime in if youall got any more tips.

[axy]

axy,

the scoot fires up fine with kick but i need the elec starter to work for my wife.
i looked at the wire diagram but I think i just have too take apart the start switch.
Please chime in if youall got any more tips.

Start switch died under warranty too on her scoot.
Check also micro switches that actuate brake levers.

[Loomin]

What needs to come off to allow access to the start switch?
Is there a manual that shows this or can someone give me a heads up

[codger78]

I can't count the times that I have been able to solve similar situations with electrical and electronic circuits using TV tuner/control cleaner and lubricant (spray can....$11 at your local Radio Shack store) for friends and relatives who were ready to toss in the towel...The can I have now has lasted for many years (just a quick spritz will do it.....and a little patience,because it takes a minute or two to work)
And because it is a spray you can aim it into and through tight areas without disconecting or removing a lot of casing, etc.
To avoid the problem to begin with (also) use WD-40 to dispel water and moisture in corrosion sensitive areas.....especially if the scoot is stored outside.

[axy]

What needs to come off to allow access to the start switch?
Is there a manual that shows this or can someone give me a heads up

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