Starter, Squeals like a pig

[NYRIDER]

My 97 R1100R has been making some unusual noises when I crank it up.
Seems to be more prevalent when starting it up cold or after it has ben sitting around for few days.
The starter motor makes a squealing sound(like a pig) as it spins the engine. Any thoughts on the actual problem, or fixes for the problem?

 

[sportridertex]

is it possible to be the alternator belt?

 

[bmwmick]

My 97 R1100R has been making some unusual noises when I crank it up.
Seems to be more prevalent when starting it up cold or after it has ben sitting around for few days.
The starter motor makes a squealing sound(like a pig) as it spins the engine. Any thoughts on the actual problem, or fixes for the problem?

Pull the starter off and clean/lube all the bushings. This will help:
http://largiader.com/tech/valeo/

 

[NYRIDER]

Thanks for the advice(s)!
I must plead ignorance as to whether or not it is
a belt or bushings.
Off the top though.....
-It does have the characteristic sound of a slipping belt
(loose auto power steering belt for instance).
-As for the Bushings...I looked in my mc book and have not
been sure as to where/what are the bushings but I have just
viewed the linked page and it seems to be an excellent resourse
Thanks Again!

 

[bmwmick]

The alternator belt usually only makes noise at 1,500RPM and over when there is a big drain on the electrical system (like just after starting). It usually goes away after a few minutes of operation.
The starter would ONLY make noise during cranking and for a second or two as it spins down after the engine starts. Mine used to do that but only when the temp was below about 40 degrees.

 

[jgr451]

..and after it squeals like a pig,does an ugly old bubba say,You got a purty mouth?

Da da daa da daaaa....(the tune from Deliverance plays...)

 

[bmwmick]

..and after it squeals like a pig,does an ugly old bubba say,You got a purty mouth?

Da da daa da daaaa....(the tune from Deliverance plays...)

jgr,
You are truly a SICK person.......I admire that in an individual.

The Deliverance scene you brought to mind was scary.

As for your "comoonicate" signature....... "I can eat 50" Damn, I loved that movie.

 

[jgr451]

One thing leads to another in the ferret mind..Hiya Mick!!

Yes , a pair of great movies!!

My sister has been a veterinary assistant.She loves piglets.She calls then what I always thought was "wieners" which made sense;turns out it is actually"weaners". As part of her job description,she was a pig wanker.AND she still likes men!!

I think the wieners/weaners squeal too;but then,they are pigs...


Thanks for the opportunity for a little free association on your thread.



Now about that noise...???