electric start problem??

[walleye_jigger]

Hey guys I picked up a 1997 polaris classic touring last spring and went to pull it out of storage over the weekend. I put a new battery in it and turned the key and she turned right over. Well after turning it over maybe 5 different times I got the sled going and then it quit on me. I went to turn the key and nothing. No clicking or anything. I then pulled it going and she started right up. I got the sled home and looked around but couldn't find anything obvious. What do you think is the problem, starter or something electrical? I did put the charger on the battery also just in case and that didn't change anything either.

[LoonASea]

My classic touring does the same thing,,,Mines a 2000 tho ,,,Mine will always start on the 3dr pull (cold) so if for some reason my elect start doesnt work I just pull start it ,,,Im curious to see if any one has a fix for this

[leech~~]

Sounds like the Starter Solenoid Switch about $28 at DK. Pretty much all Polaris sleds use the same one.

[walleye 4 me]

I have a 1997 indy trail that the starter just gives a horrible howl when you turn the key. It does not even crank the motor. If I remember right, it will sometimes work when the engine is warm though. any ideas???

[leech~~]

I have a 1997 indy trail that the starter just gives a horrible howl when you turn the key. It does not even crank the motor. If I remember right, it will sometimes work when the engine is warm though. any ideas???

It maybe time for a new starter, sounds like the drive end or the windings in the motor are going out? After a while they just get weak.