Can you Push Start a Stella?

zoiberg137 · Post by **zoiberg137** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 6:57 pm

New owner here and am wondering if its possible to push start a stella like you would a 5 spd car or motorcycle. I was thinking it might come in handy if it stalls while slowing down in traffic (I know, if its adjusted correctly that shouldn't happen...).

I tried releasing the clutch while running with the bike, but the rear tire just locked up on me and skidded. Because of this, I'm afraid to try it at a faster speed-wouldn't want that wheel locking up while I'm on the bike coasting downhill!

EvilNerdLord · Post by **EvilNerdLord** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 7:38 pm

Is'nt that what kick starters are for? You know, that little dog leg lever on the right?

Seriuosly tbough, i thought about it too but never tried.

az_slynch · Post by **az_slynch** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 9:56 pm

Drop it in second or third, drop the clutch. Second would spin the motor a bit more assertively. No throttle. When she sputters, grab clutch and brake her to a stop. First gear it a bit to tall to spin the crank and the tire's grip is insufficient to make it happen.

jimmbomb · Post by **jimmbomb** » Mon Dec 16, 2013 12:35 am

AZ is right.. yes... push start your stella... get running beside it.. hop on it at speed.. pop it into second or third gear...pop the clutch... off you go!!!

viney266 · Post by **viney266** » Mon Dec 16, 2013 2:34 am

jimmbomb wrote:AZ is right.. yes... push start your stella... get running beside it.. hop on it at speed.. pop it into second or third gear...pop the clutch... off you go!!!

^^^ That will work

az_slynch · Post by **az_slynch** » Mon Dec 16, 2013 2:51 am

It works pretty well if you break a clutch cable and don't have a spare on-board. Run the bike, jump on and twist to second. Once you get on top of second, close the throttle and feel for third. Rode thirty miles with plenty of traffic lights before. Thank goodness that there wasn't much traffic!

BuddyRaton · Post by **BuddyRaton** » Sat Dec 28, 2013 5:55 pm

"If you've ever gone to a rally and pushed your scooter trying to start it more than you rode it...you might be Scooter Trash!" - Scooter Raton - Sleep Away Camp Talent Show

BuddyRaton · Post by **BuddyRaton** » Sat Dec 28, 2013 5:58 pm

EvilNerdLord wrote:Is'nt that what kick starters are for? You know, that little dog leg lever on the right?
Seriuosly tbough, i thought about it too but never tried.

Yeah...but sometimes the quadrant is jacked, or the lever is missing, or one kick isn't going to get it. I have pushed and been pushed many a time getting a scooter started - good times!