Yamaha Zuma 50

This 2004 Zuma 50 had a "wouldn't-start" condition, think I found the cause and did a bit of a "work-around" repair to get it going. Main issue was with the starter clutch, interface between the starter clutch and belt drive due to improper assembly of the conical washer...

[@w1sefalcon331]

My speedometer light and the headlights both don’t work, they went out at the same time. Any idea on what it could be.

[@whatsbroken8309]

Hmm... I don't, fuse? unplugged wire? maybe the on/off switch?

[@nickalbrecht5713]

I'll😅 ok😅​@@whatsbroken8309

[@KeeganUrbina]

I just got a 2014 yamaha Zuma 50F for free in mint condition. Only has 5k miles on it. When I try and start it, the starter seems to be struggling to move. Just ordered a new one and hoping that solves the issue. What would you recommend doing ?

[@Valentine98766]

I'd say battery before starter.. is at 12v? And 10 under load?
Typically speaking idk about your specific but .

[@KeeganUrbina]

@@Valentine98766 I bought a new battery becuase the old one was at 10v fully charged. Plugged the new battery in, and the starter works 😅😅 did refund the starter I ordered. Definitely should have checked the battery first

[@wahkitng4505]

i have question my 2008 zuma 50cc electrical start dont work what could it be. i have fresh new battery and 7 amp fuse. i only heard click from start relay

[@whatsbroken8309]

Perhaps just double check the battery has 12 or more volts, if it's good, it could be the starter relay or starter...

[@jacksonms212]

I would have tried thread tape just to see if it would work because thats a crank shaft replacement . I don't think the thread tape is a full time fix but it would go till the parts come in .

[@whatsbroken8309]

Using the thin washer to "tighten it up" seemed to work, she rode it all summer, no issues

[@jacksonms212]

take the seat out and you can get to the starter much better dropping the tier and the exhaust is way to much work to change the starter .

[@whatsbroken8309]

Thanks!! if I have to work on it again I'll do that

[@jessesmith1181]

Could try to hit it lightly with a mig welder and use a dremel tool and file to cut the teeth back in. Will take a minute buy should work it only has 5 or so horsepower

[@whatsbroken8309]

Thanks Jesse, might try that, so far the repair worked but she only rode for a month or so last fall before it snowed, will see what this spring brings...

[@Vin945]

Take off the shim you don’t need it it’ll make your bike go top speed 40mph

[@whatsbroken8309]

I don't think her parents want her going 40... ha ha