Access 125 CC New Model Kick Rashet Standard

Description

• Function: The kick ratchet is a crucial component that allows the kick start lever to engage the engine and turn it over when you kick it. It’s a one-way mechanism, meaning it only allows rotation in one direction (the direction that starts the engine). It also prevents the kick start lever from spinning freely or kicking back, which could be dangerous.

• Mechanism: Standard kick ratchets in older Activas typically use a pawl (or multiple pawls) that engage with a toothed wheel. When you kick the lever, the pawl(s) catch on the teeth, turning the engine over. When the engine is running, the pawl(s) disengage, preventing the kick start lever from rotating with the engine.

• Components: A standard kick ratchet assembly usually includes:

  • A ratchet wheel (with teeth or grooves)
  • One or more pawls
  • A spring (or springs) to keep the pawls engaged
  • A housing or carrier to hold everything together

• Importance: A functioning kick ratchet is absolutely essential for the kick start to work. A worn or damaged ratchet can lead to:

  • A slipping kick start lever (it won’t engage the engine)
  • The engine not turning over when you kick it
  • Dangerous kickback of the lever

• Replacement: The kick ratchet is subject to wear, so it needs inspection and occasional replacement. A standard replacement will match the original equipment specifications for your Access 125 CC New Modelmodel.