Questionmark.hensley@texasairnet.com
My 2000 Honda ACE vt750cd Shadow won't start. The battery is fully charged, or I can put it on the trickle charger and it will be. I only have around 5,000 miles on the bike and I bought it brand new in 2000. I did notice that there is a white square plastic wire connector w/ about 6 wires attached (covered in silicon), and when I jiggle it (although it is securely fastened) a bit, the electrical things start to come alive, but I can't keep it steady long enough to start the bike. When I hit the start button everything goes dead like the battery is gone. I noticed to that when I did get it started about a month ago, it would sort of cut out as I was riding like I was running out of gas. I believe the engine cutting out and electrical issue is a related problem. As odd as this sounds, I noticed that if I bounce on the bike, the high beam & kick stand indicator will come on, or at the very least flash, when the key is on. If it helps, I can take a picture of the electrical part I'm talking about. It's located under the seat.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Mark Hensley
AnswerHi Mark,
I agree, there's an electrical problem of poor conduction.
I also suspect the fuel system will need flushed and carburetors thoroughly cleaned to remove varnished fuel.
I'll send tech files and more to your email addy.
Respectfully,
Mark Shively
