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Old 07-12-2011 | 08:23 AM
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I would start by pulling the solenoid wire off of the starter and seeing if it still happens. If it does, the problem is in the starter assembly. If it doesn't, the problem is in the electrical wiring, switch, relay, etc.
 
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Old 07-12-2011 | 08:59 AM
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If you replaced the relays then I would really check the start button-seems to be sending power at all times when the run/stop switch in on run.
 
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Old 07-12-2011 | 09:12 AM
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Thank you all for your reply's! This is good stuff. I haven't been able to concentrate on anything other than getting this fixed lately, so I really appreciate all the comments and suggestions.

I will try these out tonight when I get home from work and will post an update as soon as I have one.

Thank you again.
 
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Old 07-15-2011 | 08:53 AM
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update:

I decided to go to my local dealership and pickup a new starter switch assembly. This included the start button and run switch, $60. Installed the new switch and so far (keeping fingers crossed) everything is working like normal. So seems like there was a problem with the internals of my previous start switch. (i've been told Harley made a bad batch of these at one point and getting them wet only makes matters worse, i've also been told the new switches are a much better design).

Thanks to all for your replies and suggestions, you guys kick ***. Now 8 hours of work before I can go for a cruise...
 
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Old 07-15-2011 | 09:52 AM
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Sick @$$ bike Vod!!
 
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Old 07-15-2011 | 01:28 PM
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thanks man, appreciate it!
 
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Old 07-16-2011 | 12:07 AM
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Originally Posted by BreezyKollins
Sick @$$ bike Vod!!
No kidding, would love to see more pics of it please.
 
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Old 07-16-2011 | 12:43 AM
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Originally Posted by lgenf
Sounds like a short in the starter or starter switch
+1 I say disconnect the start switch first and turn it on if its not that its your selenoid
 
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