2008 TE 510 will not turn over

First, I did search the forum on this for a bit, but no firm answer. Road about 200 miles yesterday on 90+ deg heat in Michigan. Luckily only when the day was done, would my 510 with approx. 5,500 mile not turn over or crank at all. tried jumping the wires to the clutch switch, but no luck. Starter does not try to engage at all. Bad Starter switch or relay? any input appreciated

Paul

Did you check the fuses ?

Yes checked all fuses

...and the battery & connections are good? What is the voltage bike off and running?

You're right- take a hard look at the starter relay.

Yes going to go with the relay, fuses all good, pulled the starter and ran 12v to it and it ran fine. I think Halls will have some in stock today

sounds good. I should point out that you could've jumpered the starter relay (use something big) to test the starter motor- a more rigorous test.

also, the relay should not have corroded connections, melted/heat stress, or pitted contact points. fairly easy to eyeball.

don't forget to check your battery voltage; bike off, and bike idling (>12.5v, 13.8-14.5v)

good luck.