The starter clutch had failed during the Stampede in Louisiana and finding a 1983 Kawasaki starter clutch could have been a problem. But, I located a one at United Cycle, the Kawasaki shop in Beckley, West Virginia and they were open on Mondays which was also a minor miracle. I left Pinebluff, North Carolina on Sunday and headed northwest into the mountains of West Virginia. It is beautiful country, but having to push start the bike every time I turned the engine off put a damper on my enjoyment of the ride.
It's about 265 miles from Pinebluff to Beckley. When I arrived it was hot. I located the Kawasaki dealer and then started searching for someplace to stay. I was behind a guy on a really nice chopper when my bike quit running. I pushed the bike into a parking lot and the guy on the chopper made a u-turn and came back. He said, "I saw you behind me, then you weren't there, is there anything I can do."
While he stood by I pulled off the seat and found a fuse holder that was loose. I was able to push start the bike. The sun was blazing hot but the good Samaritan stood by in case I needed help. I told him about my blog, he knew about the Stampede, and he was a big fan of The Horse magazine.
So I repaid him for his help by forgetting his name, my bad. So please, do me another favor, get my email address at the "
view my complete profile" and send me your name.
By the way, your bike is
really nice!
