Whether it falls off when you really need it or is just stuck on the shaft when you want to take it off, kickstarters can be a hassle. However, most bikes have a built-in, simple and effective way to break loose a stubborn kickstarter-you just didn't know about it!
 First loosen the bolt holding...  First loosen the bolt holding the kickstarter, but don't remove it. |  Now fold open the lever as...  Now fold open the lever as if you were going to kickstart the bike. Then continue to unscrew the bolt; you'll notice the flange on most bikes' start lever overlaps the bolt. |  Slowly finish removing the...  Slowly finish removing the bolt and allow it to lift the starter off the splined shaft. The bolt acts as a puller and should significantly loosen the starter lever so you can pull it off by hand. See, wasn't that easy? |
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