Hi, can anyone tell me what part this is? Sitting next to the battery and fuse box (slightly rear and near side) cylinder shape maybe 1.5" long. Has +/- terminals coming from the top of it with another 2 small wires I think from the ignition switch? When I push starter this solinoid/really just clicks rapidly. Has done this for years, would turn off and then start next try - but think it knackered this time around. Battery, connections and fuses ok. Any help welcome, electrics aren't my strong point !!!
Honda 450 late 90s 4x4
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bobajob
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Yeah it’s the relay for the starter. They do that after all while, you need a new one. Buy one online and fit it, easy fix! 
Mursal
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Charge the battery fully or use jump leads as they love a full battery.
Just double check your battery connections for dirt corrosion where you cant see them until you take them off. Clean using sandpaper / wire brush.
A sign it is the battery or battery connections, the headlight will also dim in time with the clicking.
If the headlight stays on solid, then you need a starter solenoid (the round thing also known as a starter relay).
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You can also test the solenoid by joining the two larger terminals on the solenoid with a spanner, just make sure its out of gear and the brakes locked on (or facing against the wall), as those Honda's are mad to start.
Just double check your battery connections for dirt corrosion where you cant see them until you take them off. Clean using sandpaper / wire brush.
A sign it is the battery or battery connections, the headlight will also dim in time with the clicking.
If the headlight stays on solid, then you need a starter solenoid (the round thing also known as a starter relay).
A few here from E-Bay Click
Notice I went for the free shipping (allow 6 weeks) just un-click the box (bottom left corner) if you want UK suppliers.
You can also test the solenoid by joining the two larger terminals on the solenoid with a spanner, just make sure its out of gear and the brakes locked on (or facing against the wall), as those Honda's are mad to start.