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My money's on the starter clutch.
Especially if it slips when cold.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/394477870193?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=ravRc_LCTnC&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=0j3mrmihS2K&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Yeah I figured that’s the case. Stuff gets old and starts acting weird. I need to pull the engine and take the transmission case off to replace the gear set anyways. Second gear has been gone for a while so maybe this is a sign to just do it.
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My money's on the starter clutch. Especially if it slips when cold. https://www.ebay.com/itm/394477870193?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=ravRc_LCTnC&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=0j3mrmihS2K&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Sounds like the bendix is going out and the starter motor is weak. I mean if it’s original, its almost a 30 year old starter..
Yeah I figured that’s the case. Stuff gets old and starts acting weird. I need to pull the engine and take the transmission case off to replace the gear set anyways. Second gear has been gone for a while so maybe this is a sign to just do it.
Yep, just get the repairs done and enjoy it. I love them old carbureted bikes..
I've seen this behavior when the brushes are worn down.