How to repair KICKSTARTER from motorcycle.

[@simonjarvinen6533]

Yes this method of repair certainly works, I done the exact same thing as an apprentice around 31yrs ago on my 1991 RM , but it did eventually crack and break the aluminium hub as its now thinner and it will fatigue and crack over time (probably lasted 1.5yrs, note I was riding a lot then being 17yrs old) So it’s not a long term fix for a aluminium kickstart if keeping the bike , but a good fix to get you underway 😊. Being an ex fitter and turner/machinist I really like this channel as it reminds me of things I used to do to my own bikes and would still do if I had the gear at home. Great work!

[@johnharbinger4231]

I don't have access to that machinery, but I fixed mine with something much more simple, I carefully constructed a sleeve out of piece of aluminum coke can and glued it in place with a very thin layer of JB weld, then used a new screw as you did, didn't take long and feels just like a new one, tight as tight can be, no slop at all, the sleeve was put over the piece with the spline on it.

[@PaulXchannel]

👍

[@Lightspeeders]

@@PaulXchannel you do repairs on kickstart for others? I have a really bad kickstarter but I don't have the tools to fix it.

[@xXDumBAzzXx]

Damn. All i need to fix mine is milling machine and turning machine..

[@markk4708]

Right? This is a stupid ass video. $100,000 in equipment or $80 for a new kick start lever....

[@erichildreth7562]

Really enjoy watching your repair work!! Amazing and thanks for sharing!! :)

[@officialmysteriousrider6327]

Paul X nice work buddy & brilliant choice 638

[@PaulXchannel]

Thanks

[@aircooledminis7684]

You sir are a genius!

[@tessbushell5489]

Better to fix if possible than just replacing it nice job 👍🏻

[@robytm]

I usually fix them with a glycodur bush. Replaceable and only need to bore the hole few mm

[@viorelindeamna6405]

Thanks Paul👍👍👍

[@patrickmacgregor8816]

Is it possible to send a kickstarter to get it fixed?

[@kidkidu2]

Excellent work!!!

[@PaulXchannel]

Thanks

[@kalnafhc4863]

Great vid but wudnt narration be better than bad house music?

[@BillyTzENDURO]

Awesome fix, very profesional!

[@leedale4008]

Excellent,fix it not replace it. 👍

[@fw1421]

Better than new!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@wilsonocasio8370]

It would have been interesting to watch the construction of that special bolt...🤔

[@stevebloke5455]

i did the same thing to my xr400 a few years back, using a drill, a dremel and some hand files ohh and a piece of towel rail. saved 150 bucks for a new leaver.

[@PaulXchannel]

Old school.

[@thabibikas]

perfect job

[@PaulXchannel]

Thanks

[@thabibikas]

@@PaulXchannel what material did you use for the sleeve?

[@PaulXchannel]

@@thabibikas Hi material is steel - 42CrMo4 .

[@pupi149]

Encantador. Podés continuar rellenando con soldadura el desgaste del otro componente que se ve en la última imagen

[@stevejobs1653]

2:30 ужас! Головке не хватает жесткости. Или пиноли станка.

[@moronanticriss]

Will last forever in steel if properly grease. Use Brass next time. Cool to have mill and lathe home. I work in one of the biggest canadian CNC shop where my car or I should say almost my house can sit on a machine but we can't use machines for personnal purpose.

[@billshuey7422]

THATCSUCKS!

[@pongodongowang4736]

Let me get started on mine now hehe

[@avalonbikeshop8422]

Yamaha Banshee Kickstsrter would love to know you!!

[@kotborka]

Красота))!

[@ykruH]

Nice work, how much would a machine shop charge for this kind of work ? Does it pay off if a new kick starter costs about 105$US ?

[@PaulXchannel]

Price 25e

[@c1berov3rdr1v3r]

nice job

[@joaquinmunozbuzon3478]

Perfecto!

[@rodianwae4239]

I dont have a tools to fix that.. i'll buy a new one

[@arnenelson4495]

Good job. I hate a wobbly kickstarter! They should have a needle point grease hole.

[@glennmerriman8382]

It would be nice if they came from the factory with a replaceable bushing. Just shows that manufacturers are in the 'selling more parts' business and don't care about the environment / recycling.

[@tmsmith8939]

agreed

[@ferider8728]

I think u have urself a million dollar idea . Or not.

[@kevinalbers1084]

It would have been a better more helpful video if you would've just narrated it and explained your process rather than the silly music you added. From what I saw, a machine shop is required to do this. Or did I not understand?

[@floydnactor7150]

How to hook up throttle to carburator

[@motomx2065]

Badass

[@zbigniewmarciniak6828]

but it works for one year

[@markk4708]

99.9999% of people don't have access to this equipment. This video is worthless. Just buy a new lever.

[@johnharbinger4231]

Actually, I just repaired another kickstart lever, didn't use a sleeve this time, just used JB weld, then used a dremel to sand it down to a perfect fit, too easy

[@PaulXchannel]

👍

[@motomotor6118]

Но болтаться она меньше не стала,бестолковый провереный ремонт

[@charliekent2107]

Mine won’t move out sideways can someone help

[@ferider8728]

So dont use first gear, got it

[@johnharbinger4231]

@@jackcecil1012 Don't use the brakes or you wear out your kickstart lever when you use it to change gears.

[@johnharbinger4231]

@@jackcecil1012 Don't you change gears with your kickstart lever?....... lol

[@Antonio-pd7tn]

100% 👍

[@mattias4194]

Or just weld it and it will last forever