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Hi all

had problem with my falco yesterdya it wouldnt start, it fired on first attempt but didnt start then after that it wouldnt start at all, tried to get it going a few times but now all im getting is a clocking noise from one of the relays under the rear seat and nothing else when pushing the starter button, i have ordered a new relay to try and see if that fixes it, if not im gonna have to push it a mile from home and call out the recovery people to take it to southern cross, any one else experienced this ? and does it sound like the relay is knackered? im not a very mechanically minded person. optimate is telling me my battery is fully charged, this has happened once before but when i got home after getting the train to work it started first time but yesterday evening still all i was getting was a clicking from a relay.

any help appreciated


thanks dave

Solenoid probably matey.

If the relay is clicking it's working.

I reckon the noise you are hearing is the starter solenoid trying to connect, but failing. It's been covered a few times, I think the latest victim was on the AF1 site.

The solenoid is on the right side under the plastics. Take the plastic off and short across the solenoid terminals with the ignition on, don't use your best tools for this as they will probably melt a bit. If it starts then it's the solenoid. I think there is a yahaha or honda part that is cheaper and more readily available.

Good luck.

And another thing!

I thought you were due for a service. If it's still in warranty I would push for a replacement for free.

thanks pierre, pops it is due a service its booked in at dons on 6th feb

ill have a look for some parts


thanks d rider

Yep - if it's under warranty get them to sort it out for you.

If not, as 'Poops says, this has been covered before on the AF1 site - together with part numbers of alternative components that are better specified and cheaper.

Here are some links:
http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/show ... r+solenoid

http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/show ... r+solenoid

ive just ordered the yamaha part for £32 delivered should get it tomorrow, fingures crossed it works

IIRC then the solenoid connections can work themselves loose. I know mine did and melted the cover.

Also make sure your battery has a full charge. The bike needs a fair bit of power to throw the solenoid.

Good luck

fitted the yamaha solenoid tonight and it fired first time, one of the covers on the old one had been slightly melted, yam one is a perfect fit and it seems to fire up quicker than before

thanks for the advice/info much appreciated

dave