2002 Yamaha GMax Starting Problems

[Jessie711]

I have a 2002/3 Yamaha GMax and am starting to experience starting problems. Occasionally when I press the accelerator nothing happens but if I pump the accelerator it starts OK. In the last couple of day’s, I’m hearing a sound like something is trying to connect. I'm sure the problem is electrical but not sure what it is and where to check for it. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[qwik]

Check you battery cable connections. The stop switch on Yamaha carts are prone to fail.

 

[Zman]

Is it gas ? I would check for a loose belt if it is gas.

 

[Jessie711]

Thanks both for the reply's. The electrical system checks out OK but the starter generator belt was loose needed replacing and it seems to have solve the problem. I also have the drive belt on order. Thanks again for the help.

 

[HotRodCarts]

Glad you found the problem with the GMAX and thanks for the follow up.