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Thanks, guys. This led me to investigate more deeply and the clutch was the culprit. After replacing some broken parts, I had to add another layer to the clutch to get enough friction to operate properly. Now that the bike is running, it’s almost kickstarting, but still no go. It “almost” gets...

Thanks for your help here. Clutch is the issue. Been working on it for a while and when I get it dialed in and the bike running smoothly, I'll try the kick again and let you know.

Good morning, I am still not able to kickstart the bike, so I have a technical question. What is the relationship between the kickstarter and the clutch? The kickstarter turns the engine and when I kick it; I hear a "whistling" sound (assuming it's the air in the engine escaping when the...

Thanks for the reply: I'll try that sequence. I can start electric starter and then if I immediately kickstart, it "almost" get there but won't start. I'll try your sequence and report back. Thanks again.

Thanks for this - I will try with the clutch engaged and report back.

Hello fellow riders, I am in the final stages of a bobber hardtail build and I will say that this has been an experience. I've never worked on a bike to this level and need some help. I have replaced the clutch, ignition, PMA and carbs. I made sure that the kickstarter is installed properly...