Tigershark starter problem

[TNTim]

I have a 1997 Tigershark 770. After being in storage, I have a starting problem. Battery is charged and the starter is whirring but seems to not be engaging the flywheel.

Does it have a starter pinion gear like a car that extends when the starter spins and retracts after starting? If so, is the likely place to look? If not, where should I be looking?

Does the starter have to be removed to get to the pinion gear or can it be accessed through the flywheel cover? Should I try to spray a lubricant, wack it with a hammer, or some other intervention we used in the 70's?

Thanks for any help! It will be greatly appreciated!
Tim

 

[supercab78]

Re: Tigershark starter problem

770, is that a 3 cylinder? On my 639cc engine (2 cylinder) the starter is kind of lke a car starter, it has starterdrive that goes out as the motor spins. There are 2 bolts that hold it on. If water gets in there it rust up the spring. You may be able to clean it if you get lucky.

 

[NewPWCboater]

Re: Tigershark starter problem

Does anyone know of an easy way to get a penetrating lubricant onto the bendix without complete disassembly?