Zongshen 200GY-2: Starter Button Replacement

[SpudRider]

I recently replaced the stock battery in my Zong with a Scorpion, YTZ7S battery.

http://www.chinariders.net/modules.p...ewtopic&t=9847

At that time, I also decided to inspect the starter switch on my motorcycle. The Zongshen starter button is adequate, but it employs a simple mechanism which is sometimes a bit quirky in its operation. After I inspected my starter switch, I decided it was time to replace it with a better switch from Radio Shack, part #275-1549.

http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...lterValue=SPDT



The Radio Shack switch is very rugged, and its dimensions are close to ideal for this application. I needed to do a bit of trimming on the Zong’s plastic switch housing with my Dremel tool, but I am pleased with the final result. The Radio Shack switch is very rugged; however, if it should fail in the future, I can easily get a replacement switch for $3.99, from any Radio Shack store.

Spud

[david3921]

What the hey! Spud, you always post pictures. :wink:

[Weldangrind]

Really! Are we supposed to use our imaginations?

[SpudRider]

Boy, you guys are a tough crowd to please! I forget to post one photo, and you turn on me, just like that!

OK. Here are a few photos of the new switch, taken right after I gave the Zong a bath.







Spud

[recracer]

Nice Spud 8) love that radio shack . I use them for many things myself.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by recracer

Nice Spud 8) love that radio shack . I use them for many things myself.

Thank you, Racer. The Radio Shack prices for parts like this is quite inflated. Nevertheless, the Radio Shack stores are located everywhere, and they keep a nice supply of parts. Whenever I undertake an electronics project, I always check out the Radio Shack products; they usually have the item I need. I enjoy the convenience of getting the part locally, and quickly, without having to pay shipping charges.

Spud