110" Revtech compression release question

[jswol]

I have a 110" revtech motor unmodified and it stripped the starter gear on the starter. Mechanic says it needs compression releases installed to avoid problems.  I would think a 110" motor should'nt need compression releases.  Will a higher torque starter and higher cca battery solve this problem or do I need to install the compression releses?  What brand starter would be best recommended for this application?  Thanks.

James

[TheSwede]

Hi,,Comp release,,is the best option..
have it myself ,,stock starter can handle any engine
less stress on starter drive.
Best Regards
TheSwede

[jclark311]

I would listen to the swede, starters cost a lot more than compression releases, how hard could they be to put in?

[shov60]

  Start with a better starter than what you have installed the relases wll cost more than a new  starter and you'll have to take your engine apart.
and if it does it again well then put in the reieases .  Either way it's going to cost you. good luck

[jswol]

Thanks everyone for your responses.

[Pzokes]

I have a 100" Fatso with an Andrews 2/7 and a Power Arc ignition.  The Power-Arc fires on the first revolution.  First I ate the starter & ring gears and replaced them with the Compufire different ratio gears.  Then I ate the starter and replaced it with a 1.4kw.  Finally I had compression releases installed and found that they pop on the first revolution.  Now I hold in the rear compression release until the bike fires up.  It works great.