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<blockquote data-quote="CarlHungness" data-source="post: 178859" data-attributes="member: 2517"><p>Since I have seen a Vincent Twin started just by swinging the kick starter with one's ARM, I suggest you really study the technique, and placement of the piston(s) before you attempt to start the plot. If you'll use the compression release in conjunction with the kick-starter, and once again getting your TIMING right, you'll find the machine will start fairly easily. As noted you can fit an electric starter but it's really not necessary, even with a handicapped hip, once you learn to swing the plot through in the proper position. I fought my own Twin for a very long time so I know what you're going through, but don't give up, and for sure don't try the same procedure over and over. Naturally you have to first determine if everything is absolutely in order, great spark, perfect timing and carburetion. I personally recommend the B-TH ignition for ease of starting and smoother performance overall, especially at idle. As soon as you get the procedure down pat you'll find the bike is relatively easy to start.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="CarlHungness, post: 178859, member: 2517"] Since I have seen a Vincent Twin started just by swinging the kick starter with one's ARM, I suggest you really study the technique, and placement of the piston(s) before you attempt to start the plot. If you'll use the compression release in conjunction with the kick-starter, and once again getting your TIMING right, you'll find the machine will start fairly easily. As noted you can fit an electric starter but it's really not necessary, even with a handicapped hip, once you learn to swing the plot through in the proper position. I fought my own Twin for a very long time so I know what you're going through, but don't give up, and for sure don't try the same procedure over and over. Naturally you have to first determine if everything is absolutely in order, great spark, perfect timing and carburetion. I personally recommend the B-TH ignition for ease of starting and smoother performance overall, especially at idle. As soon as you get the procedure down pat you'll find the bike is relatively easy to start. [/QUOTE]
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