Doc - All I can add to this thread at this point is that both I and my dealer believe that multiple attempts at cranking the engine when it will not turn over is very hard on the starters. It's like the energy goes to the starter but can't be released, so builds up heat in the starter causing failure.
I will also add that we both believe that the GasGas starters are better/stronger than the aftermarket ones (I've tried a couple of cheaper ones).
My situation is exactly like that of gg3.
If starter motors can get weaker, that would answer a lot of questions!
Jeff
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