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For info, the Triumph electric start doesn't tolerate well the engine kicking back because of a sprag clutch...

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I can't remember my bike kicking back, but would only take one time to cause damage, so I might, when electric start is fitted, retard timing a couple of degrees after it's set up.


The kit new, and the one I'm buying used, comes with a relay/solenoid...

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I can't see any references to "ballast resistors" anywhere, or the need to use 6V coils. The Williams kit does not include ballast resistors either. What is their purpose in relation to the starter? Thanks.


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