I have a 2001 yamaha V-star. It starts in nuteral fine,as soon as I put it in gear it dies, can ne1 help?

Question

i just had the pick up coil replaced on it last week and now i have this problem, i dont have money to play with right now but if anyone knows a simple solution to help fix the problem i'll try it,thanks.

Answer 1

Make sure your kickstand is up.  The bike shuts off the engine as soon as the clutch starts to engage if it is down.

Answer 2

yep. Check the switch for the side stand.

Answer 3

You still have the side stand down.

Answer 4

sounds like the kickstand switch

Answer 5

The sidestand switch might be broken.If you can't replace it you can bypass it.

Answer 6

www.650ccnd.com thats all i have to say

Answer 7

I had a similar issue this past weekend with my Virago. My battery levels were low so I added some water and it was as good as new:)

Good luck and I hope its as easy as one of these things:)

Answer 8

Ignore the problem. Start it in gear with the clutch in. If it won't do this, then the other guys are right about the sidestand.