Hi guys and gals!

[gungadin]

Hi guys and gals.

I'm totally new here and also to biking in general, so pls kindly bear with me during my cries for help!

Long story. I'm in my 60s and decided to finally do something about my midlife crisis, so I bought a bike, but budget had to be followed, so I settled on a very nice looking Keeway Superlight 125.

I only bought it a few weeks ago and it was the highlight of my sad little life! Anyway, I usually take it for a spin locally and it has been running fine.
However, yesterday, I decided to to take it for a spin and unfortunately stalled it in 1st gear.

Now, no matter what I do, the little green light wont come on that signifies neutral, and of course, the bike wont start.

I have tried gently moving the bike in gear back and forth but still nothing.
The gear lever seems to shift ok into 2nd and 3rd etc but the neutral lamp will not come on.

I am totally ignorant about bike mechanicals and this has really really destroyed my enthusiasm. Please can somebody help me?
I only picked it up for £700 with just 8000 miles on it so I doubt if the clutch is gone. I have asked some friends, one of whom said it will cost over £500 to strip it down and fix it, which I cannot afford as I'm on a pension.

I know. Sad. Pls help.

[Nobby the Bastard]

Try putting it into what you think neutral should be. This is still possible without the light being on. To check if you've found neutral, try rolling the bike. if it's in neutral and the clutch is out it should roll freely.

It's normally easier to go down from second than up from 1st.
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Triumph Sprint ST 1050

[gungadin]

[gungadin]

[Nobby the Bastard]

So, first off. Is it still under warranty.

If yes ring the dealer.

If no, try starting it with the clutch pulled in.

Also do you have a multimeter?
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trevor saxe-coburg-gotha:"Remember this simple rule - scooters are for men who like to feel the breeze on their huge, flapping cunt lips."
Triumph Sprint ST 1050

[gungadin]

[Kawasaki Jimbo]

Kill switch?

[gungadin]

[Nobby the Bastard]

Put the side stand up, pull the clutch in and try.
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trevor saxe-coburg-gotha:"Remember this simple rule - scooters are for men who like to feel the breeze on their huge, flapping cunt lips."
Triumph Sprint ST 1050

[gungadin]

[gungadin]

Sorry Kawasaki Jimbo!

Thanks for the info.

I'm new here so dont know how to reply to your comment!

I have noticed a switch mounted on the clutch lever. Is that the killswitch?

[Kawasaki Jimbo]

Big red button on the right handlebar.

Edit: a quick Google image search suggests it might not be red on the Keeway Superlight.

[jeffyjeff]

Could be the neutral switch is bad. Find it and disconnect the wire from it. Hold it against the engine/transmission case and the green light should come on. If that is the case, then a new switch should fix your problem.

Don't know where the neutral switch is on your bike. On my YBR it is under a cover near the front sprocket. A shop manual for your bike would be a worthwhile investment. Don't panic. Your problem is not likely to be expensive to repair.

[Nobby the Bastard]

[gungadin]

Thanks to all you guys who replied!

I think I may have found the problem. Got my hefty son to kickstart it, as he doesnt have knee problems like I have!

Bike started fine. Tried to leave it running but I let go the throttle too early!

But when it was running, the neutral green light came on fine.

So looks like it's a flat battery! I am going to charge it if I can first to see if it starts up electrically rather than kickstart.

Will report back in a few days.

Many many thanks from a happier old geezer!

[Groovin]

How are you getting on now, it should be charged by now, its been two days and you sound enthusiastic about it.