Re: Any stories successful or otherwise on the CNW elec star
Well, this is the second time that I have attempted to post a response and a review regarding cNw's e-start system on the forum; not certain what happened to my first response (cyberspace)? So, here goes again; fingers crossed!
In short, I had cNw bring my cNw bike 76, built by Matt in 2009, up to cNw's modern day standards (2016). I took my bike down to Colorado this past June and had cNw do the work, which not not only included the e-start installation but the upgraded alternator system and billet outer primary cover, the latter to compliment the mirror-like shine of the inner cover. There was a lot of other work done to the bike as well; upgraded alternator system, Shorai lithium battery, Fullauto head, electronic instruments, twin FCR's, etc. I have all the tools and my own workshop but the 'pilgrimage' down to cNw was well worth the effort and somewhat comforting to know that the work was done right the first time and it provided Matt the opportunity to have a good look at the bike after his initial build some seven years prior. The cNw shop is a beautiful 'machine' onto itself; well laid out in design and spotless.
The e-start system is, as we've all come to expect from cNw parts, a work of art. The gears are all hardened steel and the design is such that the e-start system disengages once the bike starts. All one has to do is breathe on the starter and the bike comes to life. I am more than capable of kick starting my 850 but we've all encountered those hot summer days and being stuck in construction traffic, shutting down the machine and waiting for an extended period. Without warning, the traffic starts moving again; being able to bring the bike to life immediately with a starter is a comforting feeling and, no doubt, as I get older it will be more than a nice option. I highly recommend the e-start system to any of you that are considering the unit.
One final comment and one that has been said before on this forum and that is the support and service from cNw (Matt) is unequaled. cNw stands behind their products and will provide you all the support you require to install the system yourself or have Matt do it for you.
Cheers, Bryan