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Old Aug 6, 2024 | 09:34 PM
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Does anyone know if it is possible to add an electric starter to this sporty? Thanks in advance.


 
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with the correct components, Yes
 
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Is it very involved and costly?
 
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Yes & yes
 
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Kits cost between $700 and $900 and are available from a number of vendors. Read the reviews, then choose your poison. Install is straight forward, but time consuming. Tired of your right leg being twice as big as your left?
 
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