Motorcycle Starters & Components
- Mogo®Starter GearUniversal Starter Gear by Mogo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...The highest grade materials and the latest technologiesPrecise engineering ensures second to none quality and lasting value$31.49
- Mogo®Starter MotorUniversal Starter Motor by Mogo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityPerformance tested before going into production$76.70 - $112.49
- Outlaw Racing®Starter ButtonStarter Button by Outlaw Racing®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...These OEM replacement starter buttons embody the originals in look, feel and qualityDesigned to fulfill your motorcycle needs$26.94
- Outlaw Racing®Starter Rebuild KitStarter Rebuild Kit by Outlaw Racing®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Don't replace it rebuild it9 times out of 10 when your starter goes out, it is really just the brushes no longer making contact with the armature$25.94
- Quality-Built®StarterStarter by Quality-Built®. Get professional installer quality at a DIY price with a Quality-Built starter. These starters are manufactured under strict QS-9000 quality guidelines, the highest quality standard achievable for automotive...Designed specifically for the high demands of professional installersSelect components and advanced manufacturing techniques provide unparalleled performance and reliability$91.27 - $150.11
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Brush Plate Repair KitBrush Plate Repair Kit by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. Rick's Motorsport Electrics, Inc. offers complete brush plate repair kits for 2 & 4 brush Nippon Denso starters and 4 brush Mitsuba starters. If your internal armature is good, you...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$20.95 - $43.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Hot Shot Series Starter MotorHot Shot Series Starter Motor by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. Ricks upgraded design will produce more power. The gear is not included. Rick's Motorsport Electrics has been providing aftermarket starter motors for over 30 years. Rick's...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$289.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Hot Shot Series Wiring Harness Connector KitHot Shot Series Wiring Harness Connector Kit by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. This is a universal heavy-duty connector kit that can be used to replace any standard rectifier-regulator connector; this will increase the current carrying...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$21.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Starter MotorStarter Motor by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. Rick's Motorsport Electrics has been providing aftermarket starter motors for over 30 years. Rick's manufacturers new and rebuilds custom starter motors for motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, off...Rick's Motorsport Electrics back starter motors with a one year warrantyStarters bolt on as direct replacements for OEM$52.95 - $285.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Starter Motor BrushesStarter Motor Brushes by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. Ricks Motorsport Electrics offers 2 and 4 brush replacement sets for Mitsuba and Nippon Denso starter motors. You will need to solder or spot weld these brush sets onto your plate....Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$19.95 - $26.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Starter Rebuild KitStarter Rebuild Kit by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. The kit includes the armature, brush plate with brushes, bearing, bearing seal, & bushing. This kit is not compatible with the T-Moric style starter motor. It is only for use with the...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$77.95 - $125.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Starter Solenoid SwitchStarter Solenoid Switch by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. This Solenoid does not include the fuses or the rubber mounting grommet. Customers will need to re-install the OE mounting grommet. If you're looking for a quality product that...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$34.95 - $48.95
- Rick's Motorsport Electrics®Wiring Harness Connector KitWiring Harness Connector Kit by Rick's Motorsport Electrics®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Rick's Motorsport Electrics features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$12.95 - $23.95
- SMP®Starter RelayStarter Relay by SMP®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading materials...Designed specifically for motorcycle applicationsPerfect to help you work more efficiently$9.01 - $30.60
- SMP®Starter Relay Connector AssemblyUniversal Starter Relay Connector Assembly by SMP®. Ideal for custom bike builder. Pre-wired, ready to install. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by SMP features premium quality and will perform better than...Designed specifically for motorcycle applicationsPerfect to help you work more efficiently$8.36 - $12.79
- SMP®Starter SolenoidStarter Solenoid by SMP®. Heavy-duty, hardened steel plungers. Thermoplastic covers arc prevention. Manufacturer's guaranteed to provide positive starter engagement under the most severe conditions. This top-grade product is expertly...Designed specifically for motorcycle applicationsPerfect to help you work more efficiently$53.86 - $68.29
- Spyke®Chrome Starter Button/Solenoid Housing SwitchUniversal Chrome Starter Button/Solenoid Housing Switch by Spyke®. Push Button Kit. Manual push button solenoid cover features an internally adjustable actuator for optimum performance. This top-grade product is expertly made in...Designed to deliver the utmost in functionalitySuperior in durability and reliability$92.95
- Spyke®Starter Jackshaft AssemblyStarter Jackshaft Assembly by Spyke®. Complete jackshaft assembly including the coupler, spring and clips. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced...Designed to deliver the utmost in functionalitySuperior in durability and reliability$118.95
- Spyke®Starter MotorStarter Motor by Spyke®. Get superior cranking torque compared to stock starters. Available for Big Twins, Sportsters and Early Models. No need to buy a high-amp battery for the 1.4kw starter since modern technology is used and a small...High-Amp battery not required with 1.4 kW startersOne-year manufacturer's warranty$422.95 - $587.95
- Spyke®Starter Solenoid Rebuild KitStarter Solenoid Rebuild Kit by Spyke®. Includes plunger assembly spring and contact. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...Designed to deliver the utmost in functionalitySuperior in durability and reliability$46.95
- Standard®Starter SolenoidStarter Solenoid by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all channels of...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$70.96
- Wild Boar Off Road®Electrical StarterElectrical Starter by Wild Boar Off Road®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...High-quality, OEM rotating electrical parts for your rideBlend of power, efficiency, and dependability$65.77 - $105.32
- Wild Boar Off Road®Starter MotorStarter Motor by Wild Boar Off Road®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...High-quality, OEM rotating electrical parts for your rideBlend of power, efficiency, and dependability$58.99 - $306.15
- Wild Boar Off Road®Starter Rebuild KitStarter Rebuild Kit by Wild Boar Off Road®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...High-quality, OEM rotating electrical parts for your rideBlend of power, efficiency, and dependability$10.28
- Wild Boar Off Road®Wildboar StarterWildboar Starter by Wild Boar Off Road®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...High-quality, OEM rotating electrical parts for your rideBlend of power, efficiency, and dependability$45.93 - $257.54
- Wild Boar Off Road®Wildboar Starter Repair KitWildboar Starter Repair Kit by Wild Boar Off Road®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...High-quality, OEM rotating electrical parts for your rideBlend of power, efficiency, and dependability$10.47 - $69.53
- All Balls®StarterUniversal Starter by All Balls®. When it comes to quality, All Balls® knows no compromises. All the products made by this stringent quality control conditions. The latest manufacturing methods coupled with the use of the highest-grade...Used by pro racing pilots and amateur bikers around the worldBlend of astounding operation and unmatched reliability$47.09 - $333.90
- Accel®Bosch-Type Starter Relay (40116)Universal Bosch-Type Starter Relay (40116) by Accel®. 5 Prong. These ACCEL Motorcycle Bosch-style starter relays feature a new injection-molded case for extended durability and elimination of corrosion. These relays are engineered to...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityPerformance tested before going into production$24.95
- Accel®Double Black Starter Solenoid (40114B)Double Black Starter Solenoid (40114B) by Accel®. ACCEL Motorcycle Ultra Tork starters use nothing but the best parts! ACCEL's starters are backed by an unequaled 5 year warranty. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityPerformance tested before going into production$85.95
- Accel®Single Black Starter Solenoid (40111B)Single Black Starter Solenoid (40111B) by Accel®. ACCEL Motorcycle Ultra Tork starters use nothing but the best parts! ACCEL's starters are backed by an unequaled 5 year warranty. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityPerformance tested before going into production$85.95
To make the engine of your motorcycle start, it must be turned at some speed to suck and compress the air-fuel mixture. For this purpose, it has an electric device named a starter, which engages with the engine’s flywheel when you push the start button or turn the ignition key, and spins it to begin the combustion process. It is powered by your motorcycle’s battery and is turned off once the engine speed exceeds the speed of the starter. Its malfunction or failure to operate means that you will not be able to start the engine.
Despite some differences in design, all motorcycle starters are pretty the same. A typical starter consists of a motor, solenoid, battery terminals, starter control terminal, and starter gear. The motor is very powerful since it should crank the engine and requires high current to operate. The solenoid plays the role of an electric relay that closes the starter circuit and feeds the motor with electricity when you turn the ignition key to the start position. The solenoid also moves forward the starter gear, also known as Bendix, so that it comes in contact with the flywheel teeth.
Since motorcycle engines are usually smaller than the ones found in most cars and trucks, their starters are also more compact. However, they work exactly the same way, which is why their troubleshooting is identical. One of the most common signs of a failed motorcycle starter is a clicking sound when you’re trying to start the engine. If this happens, first of all you need to check your battery. If the battery is properly charged, yet you still hear the sound and the starter doesn’t crank the flywheel, most likely your starter or its components need repairing or replacement.
A motorcycle starter is something you take for granted until it stops working. But whereas it doesn’t require regular maintenance like some other motorcycle parts, you should pay attention to the sound of your starter when it is engaged. A properly operating starter should not create any unusual sounds like whirring, grinding or buzzing. The first sound usually says about the problems with the solenoid, while the second one is often a sign of worn-out teeth of the pinion gear or the flywheel. Buzzing may indicate low battery current or corroded starter terminals.
If your starter malfunctions or fails to operate, it doesn’t always mean it needs to be replaced with a new one. Some of its components like pinion gear, solenoid switch or brushes can be replaced to restore the starter. Such parts and components are available on our website together with complete starter assemblies. You will also find various starter rebuild kits if you’re working on repairing your starter. In addition to them, we provide starter ring gears and starter ring gear conversion kits, which will come in handy if you decide to upgrade your starter.