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Hey everyone.

I have a buddy with a "77 FXE. He has rebuilt the bike due to electrical problems. The main problem is the electric starter will not disengage after pushing the button.

Checked all the wiring, new harness, 4th or 5th starter he says. Button works fine open and closed. Switch will not disengage starter by turning off power.

Turn on switch, push on/off button to on and push starter button and starter goes. Won't shut off without pulling battery leads.
It will not go until switch and on/off button are on, just like supposed to. Then run and run and run.

Could the solenoid be sticking? It just will not disegage. How can I check it? Have checked the grounds and they are per the schematic.
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Softtail

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