Starting Problem with Suzuki Access 125

Blr_RK · 3rd May 2010, 10:39

Hi,

I own a 2008 Suzuki Access. Recently, an issue with self start cropped up. The battery had gone dead and was changed. But still the battery was not getting re-charged. The regulator (rectifier), that is used to recharge the battery while the scooter is running was changed. But the issue is still there. The self start doesnt work.

The authorized dealer (Apple Auto, Bangalore) does not have a clue of whats happening, nor do they have the time to look into the issue. Is there any good mechanic/workshop in Bangalore you know who can diagnoise the problem and fix it. Any help in this regard is highly appreciated.

Thanks
Suhas

aargee · 3rd May 2010, 12:17

To me it looks like faulty self motor; if your ride is under warranty then you can have the luxury of replacing the self unit at free of cost. IMHO, get the self motor checked thoroughly or may be isolate the problem in the following combinations
1. Your scooter + your self motor + different battery
2. Your scooter + different self motor + your battery
3. Different scooter + your self motor + different battery
4. Different scooter + your self motor + your battery
You'll most likely isolate the issues in step 2 & 3

Blr_RK · 4th May 2010, 10:42

Hi,

Thanks for the reply. I shall surely tryout these options and update the forum with the outcome.

Thanks
Suhas

Blr_RK · 10th May 2010, 11:14

Had given the scooter to Advaith Suzuki (South End circle) over the weekend. They changed the wiring. Now, the self start is working fine. Will check for a few more days and update on the status.

Thanks
Suhas

aargee · 10th May 2010, 11:43

Are you saying the entire wiring went kaput? How many Kms have your Access run? Was the wiring parts next to the self alone changed or the entire wiring unit? Did they explain how did this issue happen or relate & explain the wiring issue to the self motor not working? The reason I'm asking this is because wiring unit is supposed to be working fine & shouldn't go kaput; my 19 year old Yamaha has several twists & cuts, yet no issues with electricals.

mercedised · 10th May 2010, 11:57

With your scooter ON, check the voltges at the battery terminals, it should be greater than 14volts.

Blr_RK · 10th May 2010, 19:00

They didnt change the entire wiring. Only the part related to self start. Actually, the issue started when the headlight was not working properly. Apple Auto changed the headlight switch saying that it had burnt. After that, the starting issue started. Now they have changed only the starter related wiring. The battery is getting charged now, and at idle, it shows 14 V.

Regards

3rd May 2010, 10:39	#1
Blr_RK BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 83 Thanked: 55 Times	Starting Problem with Suzuki Access 125 Hi, I own a 2008 Suzuki Access. Recently, an issue with self start cropped up. The battery had gone dead and was changed. But still the battery was not getting re-charged. The regulator (rectifier), that is used to recharge the battery while the scooter is running was changed. But the issue is still there. The self start doesnt work. The authorized dealer (Apple Auto, Bangalore) does not have a clue of whats happening, nor do they have the time to look into the issue. Is there any good mechanic/workshop in Bangalore you know who can diagnoise the problem and fix it. Any help in this regard is highly appreciated. Thanks Suhas
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3rd May 2010, 12:17	#2
aargee Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TSTN Posts: 6,236 Thanked: 9,641 Times	To me it looks like faulty self motor; if your ride is under warranty then you can have the luxury of replacing the self unit at free of cost. IMHO, get the self motor checked thoroughly or may be isolate the problem in the following combinations 1. Your scooter + your self motor + different battery 2. Your scooter + different self motor + your battery 3. Different scooter + your self motor + different battery 4. Different scooter + your self motor + your battery You'll most likely isolate the issues in step 2 & 3
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4th May 2010, 10:42	#3
Blr_RK BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 83 Thanked: 55 Times	Hi, Thanks for the reply. I shall surely tryout these options and update the forum with the outcome. Thanks Suhas
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10th May 2010, 11:14	#4
Blr_RK BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 83 Thanked: 55 Times	Had given the scooter to Advaith Suzuki (South End circle) over the weekend. They changed the wiring. Now, the self start is working fine. Will check for a few more days and update on the status. Thanks Suhas
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10th May 2010, 11:43	#5
aargee Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TSTN Posts: 6,236 Thanked: 9,641 Times	Are you saying the entire wiring went kaput? How many Kms have your Access run? Was the wiring parts next to the self alone changed or the entire wiring unit? Did they explain how did this issue happen or relate & explain the wiring issue to the self motor not working? The reason I'm asking this is because wiring unit is supposed to be working fine & shouldn't go kaput; my 19 year old Yamaha has several twists & cuts, yet no issues with electricals. Last edited by aargee : 10th May 2010 at 11:45.
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10th May 2010, 11:57	#6
mercedised Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Indore Posts: 1,204 Thanked: 353 Times View My Garage	With your scooter ON, check the voltges at the battery terminals, it should be greater than 14volts.
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10th May 2010, 19:00	#7
Blr_RK BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 83 Thanked: 55 Times	They didnt change the entire wiring. Only the part related to self start. Actually, the issue started when the headlight was not working properly. Apple Auto changed the headlight switch saying that it had burnt. After that, the starting issue started. Now they have changed only the starter related wiring. The battery is getting charged now, and at idle, it shows 14 V. Regards
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