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Since the brushes for the starter motor of the Yamaha R1 cost €95, you can find them on e-commerce sites under the comparative code CBS-110 for €28, possibly even less. Make marks on the starter motor to realign it during reassembly. Undo the two screws with a 4 mm spanner and you will see that the brushes are indeed worn. They have a clip fitting but are not symmetrical; each has its own position. In some cases, they may have soldering. Clean the rotor thoroughly and reposition them. As mentioned by the YouTuber, they are not perfectly identical, so patience is essential. Before reassembling, it is advisable to test if it works.

Updated on 12 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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