Starter pics need opinion

[gsryder]

So I have been having some starting issues. Here are some pics of the starter.
Is this still usable with a rebuild


I have read through all the threads about cleaning up the commutator but I didnt see any info about if it was missing a little bit of material
Here is what the old brushes looked like, rebuild kit is on the way

[DanTheMan]

With the commutator looking like that, I would say you need a new starter, or take it to a good auto electrical/mechanical shop where they can rebuild it for you. It'll just tear up your new brushes. I've never seen one that's spit a piece of the commutator like that.

[gsryder]

I kinda figured I am going to need a new one just wondering if I can run this one temporarily till I can find another one.
The rebuild kit was only $27 bucks on the bay.
I just wasnt sure if it was a thing like no it wont work, or......it will work but just not the best situation.

[tom203]

I kinda figured I am going to need a new one just wondering if I can run this one temporarily till I can find another one.
The rebuild kit was only $27 bucks on the bay.
I just wasnt sure if it was a thing like no it wont work, or......it will work but just not the best situation.

Just chance a used one off ebay- maybe forty bucks- a used starter is most likely ok, as it's not an item that kills these bikes.