Starting woes
 

Just a quick cry for help before asking the local shop to do the necessary.
Haven't used my 748 for a few weeks and battery is a bit flat. Had to bump it and the engine started okay but then stalled. However starter motor continued to turn and then Evo alarm went off and I couldn't disarm it. Disconnected battery and alarm eventually died. Connected battery again (sparks and smoke from neg- connection); starter turning without ignition being switched on. Don't want to persevere and cause more damage.
Any ideas gratefully received.

Iain C.

Sounds like the solenoid is stuck on. It sits just in front of the battery, with two thick cables attached to it.
Give it a tap and then see if it's OK. If the bike behaves, I'd suggest you fit a new one.......just in case.

looks like i've started a trend with these bleedin things .... :lol::lol:

NEEEEXT ...

Thanks Nelly; new solenoid/relay did the trick.:D