I guess this is more for the "kick only" guys out there. I noticed if I mounted my kicker arm more upright, say were it lines up with that big through bolt in the frame,starting is much easier. Mine originally was laid back, and because of this I wasn't getting a full stroke . Of course as with everything there is a trade off ,and that is now the lever arm is closer to my ankle while riding. I don't mind that ,but finding a comfy spot that still gives more stroke would be an improvement for anyone. Now that I am stroking the full 180 degrees one kick starts are the norm.