1976 KZ400-S2 Conversion To Electric Start

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20 Feb 2022 17:34 #862651 by Dr. Frankenstein
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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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21 Feb 2022 06:36 #862669 by ghostdive
Replied by ghostdive on topic 1976 KZ400-S2 Conversion To Electric Start
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!

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