CNW E-start Kit

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ThomasJJ

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*5/18/2026* I just heard from Matt at CNW. The latest batch of E-start kits are almost complete. There's 35 kits in this batch. Just needs 2 more parts to finish. I was the first in line for this latest run so I'll let you know when mine kit ships.
 
Might be hard to accept now but it will be well worth the wait .


CNW E-start Kit
CNW E-start Kit
 
ThomasJJ said:
*5/18/2026* I just heard from Matt at CNW. The latest batch of E-start kits are almost complete. There's 35 kits in this batch. Just needs 2 more parts to finish. I was the first in line for this latest run so I'll let you know when mine kit ships.
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I ordered and paid last year but I don’t get a reply from emails or phone messages. Can one of you ask Matt to get in touch please.
Dave Ralphs
 
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Is this something you'll install yourselves?

Was wondering how difficult it would be.
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If you are a reasonable mechanic, and able to follow instructions, you’ll be fine doing it yourself.

The kit is extremely well made, and comprehensive, and clearly designed by someone who actually fits them.

The instructions are very good and easy to follow.

When you do get the kit, look through it a few times to familiarise yourself with how everything goes together, and read the instructions a few times.

There are also some great YouTube videos, and threads on here, about fitting them.

Then clear the deck, make sure you have everything that’s needed, and it’ll go together nicely.
 
Even if you are like me, new to both bikes and spannering/wrenching it is indeed very straightforward forward. Of course my bike came with it fitted but to undergo other repairs I’ve had it all off twice recently. The only part I didn’t do was to determine the number of spacer washers on the centre stud to correctly align the inner primary case. I think Matt may have redesigned that part to be adjustable now anyway.

The best video I found was on ‘the mighty garage’ channel, a series in 4 parts.

 
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Although I agree that CNW parts are first rate if you do not live in the US I can't agree that CNW communications are of the same calibre. Awhile ago I ordered the CNW electric start gear kit from CNW and paid, it was then showing as available on the web site. When nothing happened to confirm the order I emailed and was told they would be available in a few weeks. Nothing happened for months and no emails were replied to, eventually I mailed and said I wanted to cancel. I got I reply to this mail saying he understood my decision but that was it, no refund.
My advice to non US purchasers for CNW is to ensure what you order is available and ready to post before you part with money or even better see if Holland Norton Works stock the part and go through them.
 
Matt also has excellent service during and after installation.
One thing I learned the hard way is the support bolt for the chaincases MUST be done correctly and tightened SECURELEY. This can cost you an alternator if you don't.
 
Have had a text from Matt and will be complete and on the way soon.
When on it's way I have a few jobs to do ready for installation. Rear isolastic that I've had for four years. Current one is fine but I don't know how old it is.
 

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