HELP STARTING 03 RSV millie

Exactly what happens when you press the starter button? Maybe any EFI errors on the dash?

If the engine is turning and it doesnt want to start, check that the kill switch is off and that the bike is not in first gear (it does happen, a lot ).

And try to start it with the cold lever to the max, but dont touch the throttle.

If you checked everthing and it wont start, dont force it to much because you will destroy the sprag clutch and it wil cost you to replace it.

Hi there,
First thing don't stress! I DID!
Picked up my03 millie couple of weeks ago, rode it home fine.
Left it in the garage overnight, went down the following morning turned over but would not start, smelt of petrol.
Used the forum, loads of good info on here.
Because the bike was a 03 with 7k miles on it I thought all would be good, wasn't though!
BTW did not try to start her again until I did the following:
Decided new as specifyed on here Yuasa ytx14sbs battery, new yamaha starter solenoid, new oil 15/50 semi synthetic and filter and new plugs.
Starting procedure, cold start fully on and hit the starter button, BOOM fired up sweet as nut. the bike is kept on optimate now, starts first time every time. For the first couple of times I rode it was always a bit on edge that I was going to have trouble starting her, but she has been fine. Use the forum these guys know thier stuff and will get it sorted for you.
Enjoy:thumbup

Regards
Martyn

The big issue here apart from components is keeping the battery in tip-top condition (even if you use a standard 12 amp battery-I do) with an optimate; even in the summer. You also state the bike is an '03 with 1500 miles...has it been sitting in someone's garage for a significant period with same petrol in it-may have gone off - fresh petrol may be a good idea too!! Also, check kill switch as suggested and that it's not in gear........Also if it's been standing along time there may be issues with the side stand switch!!! It should be solveable, but try the obvious first!

Hi mate

I had the same problem when i got mine a few weeks ago. The plugs are probably wet from all the cranking over. You need to be sure your new battery is fully charged at least 24hrs. I cleaned my plugs battery fully charged and away she went. Reading on here it seems that its a bit of a quirk with them just stay cool and you will get it running.