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High Torque Starters

  • MatSubZero
    January 13, 2011 8:03 AM PST
    I have an '86 Sportster. Was 883cc now 1200cc. Finaly installing high torque starter. Anyone done this?? My old starter was wore out anyway but wouldn't kick the engine over without a jump when it's cold. Old starter is 1.2kw, new is 1.4kw. Just got new starter today. Install this weekend. Also installing 2 guage battery cables.
  • Lucky
    • 5420 posts
    January 13, 2011 8:27 AM PST
    Should be fine as long as your battery is up to it
  • highrisk
    • Moderator
    • 1364 posts
    January 14, 2011 1:39 AM PST
    I love my 1.4KW starter, I also put a 8410 gear set, Push the started and wham...... she running, no more holding the starter button down its push and release
  • MatSubZero
    March 20, 2011 12:53 AM PDT
    Just to let you know, the new starter & new J&P Cycles battery really cranks that engine faster than ever !!! Battery is rated at 310 cold cranking amps, 'absorbed glass mat' technology, maintenance free. Absolutely love it !!!
  • Deleted Member
    March 20, 2011 1:56 PM PDT
    I haver a 2.4KW tech starter on the hot rod bike... this one seems to be powerful and reliable...cannot complain