I have a 1988 Yamaha XV250 Route66 it dies when put into gear

gavin jones

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• Posted on Apr 08, 2010

SOURCE: my 2000 Yamaha Virago xv250 cuts off as soon as I

check side stand warning switch

SOURCE: what is the electrical wire connected to the

that switch is part of the safety system & works together with the side stand switch should you attempt to engage a gear with the side stand down. Regards Geoff

SOURCE: I have a 1988 Yamaha

Hi, if you don't hear a click then your best bet would be to replace the starter relay. It's a $5 part that goes out often. The relay is what makes that click. When you hit the start button, 12 volts goes to the relay. This tells the relay to switch on. When on, a connection is made between the battery and the starter motor. No click means no connection between starter and battery.

On second thought, before buying a new relay you can test the voltage going to the relay from the start button. If you aren't getting 12V then you have a problem with the wiring. Check the connection at the button. If that is fine, check for broken or smashed wire.

If that doesn't work, I would trace the wire from your start button to your relay and look for a break or a loose connection....