200x kick start work around

[250 Drex]

I have a 1985 200x. It is great shape, starts and runs great and looks really good. As I know the kickers eventually become a problem, I am thinking of possible fixes. The kickstart gears and springs are an obvious option. Swapping in an engine with electric start is an option, especially if your engine needs significant work anyway.

I grew up on a 200s, so I am very comfortable with the pull start. The pull provides more rotation, so better starting. And they are not prone to failure like the kicker gears and springs. You also do not have to split the cases if the pull start needs to be fixed. The bottom ends are the same between the s and x. Can a pull starter be installed on a 200x?

Drex

[Footy]

You could just build an auto X.
I would assume that the crankshaft is different between the x and the s and I doubt that you could put the S crankshaft into the X bottom end.
If you could that would be what you are thinking of.

[shortline10]

Not possible , the X motor has a wet stator setup meaning the flywheel is in oil .
Crankshafts are different .
If you can find the upgraded heavy duty 200x kicker spring that is the correct permanent fix .