Panthera E-Start Photos/ Installation pictures.

[Molly's 70]

Figured I'd get the compression tester out. We'll see how good this starter can turn over the engine.

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[JimmyB]

Great write up and photos Molly, your post has me rethinking my decision not to buy but the $1600+ Canadian is a big chunk of change but sure would be a nice addition.
Do you mind me asking a few questions, how do you find the electronic components quality, what battery do they recommend, is it the equivalent to a Antigravity AG-801 or the thinner SC-1 and just curious how much wider is the starter flywheel cover compared to the stock one, does it stick out a lot?

Thank you, James.

[Molly's 70]

I'll try to answer a few questions.

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[Molly's 70]

I have been reading battery papers & learned I need to buy a battery charger for this. I don't have a proper charger. Not to worry.
I'll get it figured out. $$$

[Molly's 70]

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[JimmyB]

Thank you for those side by side photos and measurements.


Thank you, James

[SS109]

Looking good!

[billie_morini]

Molly's, the photo loading sequence is just fine. Thank you for sharing so much detail. billie

[billie_morini]

All Forum Readers:
it occurred to me when reviewing the photos showing the fixed gear and anchoring nut that flywheel mass is inherently increased. I hadn't thought about this until following Molly's installation. Increased flywheel weight could be a good thing in some applications. It may be undesirable in other applications.

What do you think?

[Molly's 70]

The total weight of the sprocket assembly, Is 1 pound-10 grams or 464 grams. This is a Wal Mart kitchen scale.

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[KDXGarage]

Any unwanted weight gain is a small price to pay compared to pressing a button. Not everyone is a young whippersnapper like billie. I think adding a starter for about a thousand would be terrific compared to buying a used or new different bike that has one. It is a great option.

[billie_morini]

KDX-G: concur. Panthera says the entire system is slightly less than 6 lbs.

ALL: been thinking more about increase to flywheel weight. Molly's' photos help a lot. The additional 1 lb. (16 oz.) the flywheel fixed gear & anchor nut contribute is on the flywheel "face." It's not on the flywheel circumference.So, it will provide much less influence than an actual add-on flywheel weight. Now, I'm curious to see if it adds any truly noticeable affect.

[Molly's 70]

I used the included special tool & my torque wrench to 40 ft lbs. Both are 1/2" drive.

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[Molly's 70]

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Project supervisor says no more work until I get fed.

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[SS109]

Yeah, I have one of those furry supervisors as well.

[billie_morini]

Such a fine feline!

[Molly's 70]

I used Permatex Ultra Black just where the grommet for electrical wires are per the instructions. I installed the starter/cover with supplied gasket soon after. The long screw goes in the center behind the gears. Directions say to add 300ml of ATF. I went to the local auto parts store. I picked this brand for whatever reason. I usually use Amsoil. I'll probably put the oil in last thing, then install the figure 8 cover as it's called in the directions.

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[Molly's 70]

You need to verify the main gear spins freely after the main cover is installed. Then, you need to measure from the main gear face to the figure 8
shaped gasket surface. Expected measurement is between 17.5mm - 20.5mm. Mine measured 19.58mm. I'm with in spec.

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[Molly's 70]

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[SS109]

Lucas is good oil. Love seeing the pics and you going through the steps. Can't wait to see it done!