Won't Start after replacing radiator

rustyboltz · 07-07-2022, 04:12 PM

I have a 2005 VN 1600 and just replaced the radiator. My radiator developed a leak on the bottom. I have now assembled it and tried to start it but will not start. My fuel pump cycles on, the speedometer needle makes it normal swing. I have put enough fuel to have half a tank. In my fuel gauge between half and empty there is a oil icon and also my oil light is on. But when I go to start it, there is nothing, no sound, no clunk, no nothing.
What wire could I have probably unhooked or done something to?

redjay · 07-07-2022, 04:18 PM

Are you sure the kill switch did not get bumped ?

rustyboltz · 07-07-2022, 04:56 PM

I have checked that switch. If I turn the kill switch off, the speedometer will not cycle and the fuel pump will not cycle.

rustyboltz · 07-07-2022, 05:36 PM

I just figured out what is wrong. I had the side stand leg down, which would not let it start. I really feel ignorant for overlooking this simple thing.
I appreciate all the help.

redjay · 07-07-2022, 06:43 PM

Sometimes its the simple stuff we overlook but its okay now so enjoy the ride.

mick56 · 07-08-2022, 10:38 AM

Nice easy fix.

Jllm02199 · 08-08-2022, 10:02 AM

Sounds like something I would do. HA HA""

07-07-2022, 04:12 PM	#1
rustyboltz Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Paola, KS Posts: 27	Won't Start after replacing radiator I have a 2005 VN 1600 and just replaced the radiator. My radiator developed a leak on the bottom. I have now assembled it and tried to start it but will not start. My fuel pump cycles on, the speedometer needle makes it normal swing. I have put enough fuel to have half a tank. In my fuel gauge between half and empty there is a oil icon and also my oil light is on. But when I go to start it, there is nothing, no sound, no clunk, no nothing. What wire could I have probably unhooked or done something to? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-07-2022, 06:43 PM	#5
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07-08-2022, 10:38 AM	#6
mick56 Sr. Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: The Newforest, England Posts: 4,664	Nice easy fix. __________________ when this you see, remember me, and bear me in your mind, let all the world say what they may, speak of me as you find.
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08-08-2022, 10:02 AM	#7
Jllm02199 Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Morrow, Ga. Posts: 830	Sounds like something I would do. HA HA"" __________________ 02 1500 Nomad (07 1600 Motor) 160,000 Red & Black 12" mini apes Galfer lines (6' over) EJK Dobeck Reckless Fairing. Led H4 headlight All LED lights Rockford Fosgate radio
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07-07-2022, 04:18 PM	#2
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,942	Are you sure the kill switch did not get bumped ?
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07-07-2022, 04:56 PM	#3
rustyboltz Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Paola, KS Posts: 27	I have checked that switch. If I turn the kill switch off, the speedometer will not cycle and the fuel pump will not cycle.
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07-07-2022, 05:36 PM	#4
rustyboltz Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Paola, KS Posts: 27	I just figured out what is wrong. I had the side stand leg down, which would not let it start. I really feel ignorant for overlooking this simple thing. I appreciate all the help.
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