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Hey so i have a XL883C and i let my sisters bf ride it around, and i forgot to mention to him that sometimes my starter button sticks, so he brought it back to me and it sounded like a fan was on, of course the starter was free spinning because it had no teeth left on it, of course he is going go pay for the new part, but i was wondering if the gear on the starter could be changed or does the starter need to be replaced as a whole? i haven't had a chance to take it apart yet to look at it, thanks!
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From: Boynton Beach, FloriDuh
Yes, you can replace the gear only. You don't list the year of your bike so I can't help you with the p/n.
You can also purchase what's known as the "starter clutch assembly" which IMO is the best way to go.
BTW, getting the starter R&R'd is no quick/easy walk in the park. You have to remove the primary cover and usually the rear exhaust pipe.
IMO, I wouldn't bother fixing the starter though, until you fix the sticking button, if that's what's causing the problem.
You can also purchase what's known as the "starter clutch assembly" which IMO is the best way to go.
BTW, getting the starter R&R'd is no quick/easy walk in the park. You have to remove the primary cover and usually the rear exhaust pipe.
IMO, I wouldn't bother fixing the starter though, until you fix the sticking button, if that's what's causing the problem.
Last edited by cHarley; Jul 27, 2009 at 11:58 AM.
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