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I know this is an old thread but did you ever figure it out? I have an '06 Rev 3 (4 coil) that I just changed the stator on and I'm having trouble narrowing down the timing.

Just picked up a used 2013 ST 300 and the radiator is dented pretty deep on both sides. I'm having trouble finding a replacement. Anyone know of an aftermarket or one from a different make/model that would fit?

You were right. I put the jug back on, pulled the mag cover off and spun it in reverse. Sure enough the kickstarter freed up and it fired right up. Definitely sounds like the bearing is toast. Thanks for your input.

My son was riding my '05 Beta Rev 3 and he said it just died when he was going slow after an hour long ride in the hills, then the kick start was totally frozen. I initially thought he scorched the piston but it seems fine. Then I thought the kick starter gear might be jammed but that's not it either. No shimmer in the oil and it had plenty of coolant so I don't think it overheated. The + wire connection to the fan was a bit loose so it might have not been running but I assume it would have caused a seized piston if that was the culprit. I can move the piston without the jug installed by hand turning the rear wheel with it in 5th but it's pretty tough and I feel like it should move freely without anything causing compression. That makes me suspect the crankshaft bearings or something in the gearbox but I don't know any other tests besides splitting the case. Also still can't make the kick starter move after removing the jug. Anyone have any experience with these symptoms? Thanks