Hi BoneDoc I have the same setup on my Mayhem as you.I have the Saito 150.I have a starter but it is a small one and realy don't like too turn the big motor.It will start my motor when it is cold but I have too help it with a chenken stick when it warms up.like was posted above get you a tach and pick you motor and OPEN the high speed untill the motor slows 2 too 3 hurnder RPM.Hope this helps Joe.