[Aaron B]

So the fix was a little different to what I had envisaged.

Ultimately Rieju put the package together - ignition cover, helical gears, pinion, bearings etc - and sent it to the shop for install. They also sent a new starter and bendix and it's now a wet mod - and that's it!

The mechanic noticed that the helical gears spun much more freely than previously and while I did try and start it cold one morning, it didn't start but once warm, kicks over beautifully.

I've not been riding too much unfortunately but hopefully it'll last for many years...