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Please don't give up hope Zev. There is never much wrong with these engines. It's nearly always something small that causes the problem.
Keep the spark plug in and let the clutch out. Try to push the bike forward. The bikes back wheel should lock up. If it doesn't the clutch needs adjusting. Thats what happened here:
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=9269&highlight=engine+wont+start
To adjust the clutch you need to unscrew the gearbox cover and find that funny shaped nut in the centre of the gear. Tighten it up a bit.
If the clutch is fine it is an electrical problem, well work out what that is if neccasary.
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Keep the spark plug in and let the clutch out. Try to push the bike forward. The bikes back wheel should lock up. If it doesn't the clutch needs adjusting. Thats what happened here:
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=9269&highlight=engine+wont+start
To adjust the clutch you need to unscrew the gearbox cover and find that funny shaped nut in the centre of the gear. Tighten it up a bit.
If the clutch is fine it is an electrical problem, well work out what that is if neccasary.
BSA