640 Adventure - doesn't want to start
Hi,
I am stuck at the moment in Uganda and have a problem with my 2001 Adventure R. I have tried a couple of local mechanics and none seem to be able to diagnose the problem.
In short, I can't start the bloody thing or even get the engine to crank, either with the electric start, kick-starter, rolling start or jumper leads.
I first re-charged the battery and with a full charge it still wouldn't start. Tried a new battery and no joy. Cleaned the spark plugs, cleaned all the points, drained the carb etc, but no luck.
When the starter button is pressed it makes a horrendous clacking noise, although when I pull in the decompression lever, it seems to sound ok, but still will not start.
Does anyone have any suggestions as to what the problem could be? I had thought it may be the CDI, but not being mechanically minded enough, I do not have a fool-proof way of determining if this is the cause of the problem.
Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated.
cheers
Matt Roach
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