1998-2004 Honda Foreman 450 factory service manual, Page 389Get this manual
ELECTRIC STARTER Check for continuity between the cable terminal and CONTINYITY the brush ire (the light blue colored wire or the insulated brush holder)There should be continuityCheck for continuity between the rear cover and the brush wire (the light blue cover wire or the insulated brush holder)There should be no continuityNO CONTINUITY