2013 800 Polaris Switchback Pro R - Starter Noise

[mngolf4]

Getting some unusual starter noise when cold - starts/sounds normal once the sled is warm. Any ideas on where to begin troubleshooting?

Sled has ~5,700 miles, ~440 on a new motor. Noise started about 350 miles into the new motor - has always sounded normal until that point. Again, only at cold.

Thanks in advance!!!

 

[raceinsnow]

The starter noise gear and bushing tend to dry out. I pull the gear out and spay some lithium grease on the shaft and bearing and that takes care of it. Usually once a year should do it

 

[mngolf4]

The starter noise gear and bushing tend to dry out. I pull the gear out and spay some lithium grease on the shaft and bearing and that takes care of it. Usually once a year should do it

From what I’ve seen, kind of a pain to get to it.

 

[mngolf4]

Could a weak battery be the cause (too weak to properly engage the starter at cold)?