Push button on starter

[dtmmil]

2000 bulldog, it has the starter button right on the starter, when i push the button i have to kinda play with it to engage, push in, release a little and most times it works. Is there any adjustment, maintenance etc that can be done to it? Is it the “better way” then the button on the handlebars?

 

[HMAN]

The "slam" button on the starter is USUALLY there as a backup in case the handlebar switch fails. Pull the slam button off(after disconnecting the battery) and clean the contacts. Probably corroded a bit. Handlebar switches are the best option. On the 2000's you prolly have Harley controls. Replaceable, repairable.

 

[dtmmil]

My handlebar button doesnt work, the kill switch does but not the starter button. And the controls look like hd to me but didnt know if they were or not. I have some wires not connected so need to look into them, one that looks important is a red one with a female spade it was hanging down by the starter.

 

[Mikeinjersey]

2000 bulldog, it has the starter button right on the starter, when i push the button i have to kinda play with it to engage, push in, release a little and most times it works. Is there any adjustment, maintenance etc that can be done to it? Is it the “better way” then the button on the handlebars?

I have a SPYKE Slam Button and it is adjustable. Inside is an allen head screw with a lock nut to adjust the throw of the button. They can (over time) come loose and cause a problem. I would do as HMAN suggests and remove and inspect to be sure all is well. Clean or new contacts is a good idea as well.

 

[Mickmorris]

My handlebar button doesnt work, the kill switch does but not the starter button. And the controls look like hd to me but didnt know if they were or not. I have some wires not connected so need to look into them, one that looks important is a red one with a female spade it was hanging down by the starter.

Yeah if your bike is a 2000 you have Harley switches. You can get a replacement at JP Cycles.

 

[dtmmil]

Yeah if your bike is a 2000 you have Harley switches. You can get a replacement at JP Cycles.

So if i want to change bars i should be able to use anything with a 1” diameter at the controls?

 

[Mickmorris]

So if i want to change bars i should be able to use anything with a 1” diameter at the controls?

Yep

 

[dtmmil]

Ok another question, how much of a pain is it to pull the solenoid off of the starter? I got the push button working, found the wire for the handlebar control button but powering up the solenoid doesnt do anything.

 

[dtmmil]

Well starter is off and apart, working on the button the ball bearing fell into the starter, fun fun, now to get the solenoid apart to see if i can fix it, or break it more.