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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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1984 FXST Evo with 4 speed electric/kick start.
Is the kickstart shaft/gear independent of the electric start? I'd like to remove the kickstart shaft if possible. I haven't popped the cover yet to see what all interacts with this system. Does anyone know if I can remove it without a huge headache?
 
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Just get a non-kickstart cover and new gasket and replace it. Take off the kick start cover and gear. Thats about it.
 
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Thanks. I'll go on the search for a four speed non-kickstart.
 
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You could also make a dummy aluminum plug to fit in place of the shaft. Somebody may even sell these.
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Originally Posted by DonM
1984 FXST Evo with 4 speed electric/kick start.
Is the kickstart shaft/gear independent of the electric start? I'd like to remove the kickstart shaft if possible. I haven't popped the cover yet to see what all interacts with this system. Does anyone know if I can remove it without a huge headache?
I sent you an email asking for your address. Have a friend that has owned a bike the same as yours since new. I'll try to hook you up with him.
 
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PM answered.
Thanks Steve.
 
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