Had another look tonight.I know think maybe that the problem may be at the kickstart lever end.There doesn’t appear to be a stop to limit the movement and the crank that fastens to the chain comes around so far that it hits the hub. 😕

Thanks Brian.
I think half of my problem has been kicking it too hard to try to start.I have discovered that even though the magneto was “reconditioned” just previous to me buying the bike the cam ring appeared to be worn on one lobe and it was almost impossible to get similar points gaps on the two cylinders.I have just got a new cam ring from dave lindsley and i am about to fit it and give it a try.I think this and a newly rebuilt and unfamiliar engine have contributed to the starting problems.Any other hints and tips on starting would be much appreciated.

bye for now.

Adrian 😀

Not mentioned so far is using the traction control mechanism (half-compression lever) to ease kick starting on a 2-speed Scott.

Graham

@BRIAN MARSHALL wrote:

Hello again. If you are unfamiliar with Scotts, and/or vintage two-strokes in general, do remember the basics when starting:-
Petrol on, tickle the carb until the float chamber overflows, then close the air lever, retard ignition slightly or even leave on full advance, and turn the engine over on the kickstart gently with the throttle fully closed so as to prime it. Then open the throttle somewhere between one quarter to one third open, and give the proverbial “long swinging kick”.
As soon as it is running make sure that oil is getting to the engine via the drippers ( or pump).
Fingers crossed!
Cheers. Brian

Thanks for that Brian.I really do appreciate any input from board members as i am finding scotting a very steep learning curve 🙄 😀

I have a 600cc engine, and since I am not a big guy I find that I can stand on the kickstart and the engine does not go over compression. The half compression valves do work for me.

For those that do not use the half-compression valves, what do you do with the left hand and lever?

Graham