Starter motor keeps running

[TwoFast]

Surprise! On my first startup of the season I have this problem. 1994 Speedster. Port engine started no problem. Starboard engine starter motor keeps running even when I pull safety lanyard and turn off key. I was scrambling to unhook batteries! I am thinking either faulty solenoid or sticking starter clutch. Wondering if anyone has experienced this? I was surprised the starter had power with key off and safety lanyard switch off...

 

[Sportster-2001-951C-Stock]

Stuck solenoid, replace it before it sticks again.

 

[TwoFast]

Thanks! I guess that would allow the voltage to go to the starter and bypass the switches? I will look for a new solenoid. I appreciate the feedback

 

[Sportster-2001-951C-Stock]

Thanks! I guess that would allow the voltage to go to the starter and bypass the switches? I will look for a new solenoid. I appreciate the feedback

You bet it will! If engine is running while solenoid is stuck, say bye-bye to your starter.

 

[TwoFast]

Fortunately it never started as I had just cleaned the fuel filter and realized I had a run away going on with the starter. Lucky it was out of the water and I had wrenches close by.. I think I’ll replace both solenoids

 

[Sportster-2001-951C-Stock]

Good idea. If you have a battery switch it will disconnect the starter from the battery.

 

[TwoFast]

I will look into shut off switches. I just installed 2 new AGM batteries and they are in an awkward place for quick access.

 

[Sportster-2001-951C-Stock]

The later boats have a factory battery switch, there's a thread on it somewhere and I'm sure the parts identifier shows some detail. Fwiw.

 

[TwoFast]

I will check into that, thanks again

 

[Sportster-2001-951C-Stock]

Sure, good luck getting it set up and feel free to ask anything.