problem with starter i think

[tfg]

hi i have been having trouble starting my bike since about november at the minuite i have to charge my battery every night i have bought 2 new batterys one cheaper one and one exspensive one yet still i only get 1 or 2 starts max does anyone have any suggestions i think it may be the starter relay but is there any way to test this

[J.M.]

When you say starts, do you mean:

1) Starting the bike and then riding it to where you want to go
or
2) Starting the bike, stopping the engine and then starting it again
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[P.]

Ever considered the battery could be screwed, you could also have something earthing which kills the battery.

Get the bike started, check the voltage over the battery with a multimeter. You ideally want over 14v.

[tfg]

hi sorry yeh i start it ride to work then work then ride home ok then in the morning it wont start i have bought 2 new batteries as i have to change everyday and this hasnt changed anythin

[J.M.]

Your batteries won't be the problem here then, you're looking at two potential issues:
- not charging
- short somewhere causing battery to discharge

Both of these issues can destroy batteries, so it's essential that you fix it to stop having to purchase batteries.

First of all, fully charge your battery, start your bike, put a multimeter over the battery and rev the engine to 4-5k. If the reading is 13v+ then it's okay. 12.5v... meeh not too bad.

Doing the above, what reading do you get?
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[tfg]

i would have to wait to get my hand on a multi meter to do this

[P.]

Where abouts are you based?

[kernow24]

I'd put money on a faulty reg/rec.. Has a similar problem a while back.
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[J.M.]

[tfg]

liverpool area mate i can get hold of one do on the 7th

[unitynotsocri...]

starter motor brushes/needs overhaul or dodgy solenoid(doubtfull)
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[Robby]

A dodgy starter motor or solenoid won't discharge the battery overnight.

A fault reg/rec is the most likely problem. What bike is it?