I think it's sort of ironic.
Supposedly the market demands electric start, and so they make it electric start only, and then the market demands a kicker.
These fellows over at RE are apparently listening, and trying to accommodate the desires.
The people want alot of the "authentic" feel of a vintage experience with their bikes.
And that includes having a kicker.
I can't blame them for wanting a kicker on it. I would want one on mine.
I'm glad to see it happening.
This market is not exactly the same as the YamaHonKawaZuki market. This is a niche market which wants vintage accoutrements, and the C5 exudes vintage appeal except it didn't have a kicker. I think this was destined to happen.