1976 KZ400-S2 Conversion To Electric Start
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1976 KZ400-S2 Conversion To Electric Start
20 Feb 2022 17:34
Is there a conversion tutorial in here anywhere to convert a 1976 KZ400-S2 kick-start only to electric start? What parts are needed?
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Re: 1976 KZ400-S2 Conversion To Electric Start
21 Feb 2022 06:36
Preliminary investigation reveals: it might not be too hard. Here's what the electric starter mechanism is like on a '76 400:
And here's your 400S:
So it seems you'd need to get a starter, a starter clutch, a chain for between the two, and probably a different ignition switch, plus wiring up a starter relay (not at all hard). It looks pretty doable, just a matter of getting the parts together - good luck if you go for it!
And here's your 400S:
So it seems you'd need to get a starter, a starter clutch, a chain for between the two, and probably a different ignition switch, plus wiring up a starter relay (not at all hard). It looks pretty doable, just a matter of getting the parts together - good luck if you go for it!
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