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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 12:14 PM
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ive seen some bikes that have what seems to be a push in switch on the cylinders near the spark pugs. what is this and what does it do? thanks HM
 
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 12:19 PM
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ive seen some bikes that have what seems to be a push in switch on the cylinders near the spark pugs. what is this and what does it do? thanks HM


Compression Release to help when starting hi compression motors.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 12:20 PM
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You're probably seeing a manual compression release button. Allows for easier starting on high compression engines. It resets itself once the motor fire up.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 01:24 PM
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If your speaking of a S&S, they have electric compression releases in the center of the head
 
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got it thanks guys!
 
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