13 won't start in gear

[Hondafarian]

The bike's been this way since I've had it for the last 2 years plus but since we worked on the clutch bleed several weeks ago, it was decided to order a new clutch switch to remedy the problem. After installing the new switch it was still nada for start. I can hear the click of the switch but the starter does the same thing as when the clutch is not engaged and doesn't start. I noticed the old switch was still clicking as well so I don't think that's the problem. Also did a continuity test on the new switch and the new switch completes the circuit with the clutch engaged. I thought maybe the problem was in the terminal connections so sanded those down ever so slightly but no joy.

I'm stumped on what to try next. Everything else electrical is working fine, the side stand switch, the neutral light, etc. Has anyone else dealt with this issue?

 

[Hound]

Did you test both sides of the clutch diode in the fuse box?

 

[DannoXYZ]

When was last time clutch switch worked and let you start in gear?
What happened between then and when it stopped working?

Measure clutch switch at ECU connector. Most likely wire’s broken somewhere in between switch and ECU.

Best troubleshooting (fastest and least expensive) is to test and measure 1st. The numbers will tell you exactly what’s wrong and how to fix it. No need for to waste time and money replacing perfectly-working parts with brand-new perfectly-working parts and nothing changes. This is 5-minute fix with multimeter.

 

[Igofar]

Or just visibly inspect the worn clutch lever bushing, that is not allowing the switch arm to be activated enough.

 

[TerryS]

To start in gear, you need both the clutch microswitch and the sidestand switch to be working. Check for continuity to neutral on the green/white wire at the clutch switch with the sidestand up.

 

[klaproth]

I believe the OP said that the clutch switch WAS clicking, and when he tested continuity, it WAS performing correctly, so the bushing and adjustable lever are probably not the issue.

 

[Nashcat]

Since the clutch switch checks out and the neutral light is working, it really points to the clutch diode. Pretty easy to check with a multimeter.

John

 

[Hondafarian]

To start in gear, you need both the clutch microswitch and the sidestand switch to be working. Check for continuity to neutral on the green/white wire at the clutch switch with the sidestand up.

Ding ding ding, we have a winner!
this never occurred to me when I was testing the new switch. Even though the bike was on the centerstand, the sidestand was still down. Put it up and vroooommmm!

thanks to everyone that contributed suggestions. Glad the "fix" was the simplest....like me.
Happy New gear!