From bad to worse?

[Ocean1]

there is an Aussie firm i can't recall the name of, that makes most of the FP starters compressed air = no poential arcing.
They also make very tasty Vincent replicas.
http://www.khequipment.com.au/
http://www.irvingvincent.com/
http://www.irvingvincent.com/bikes

Yes, I've seen those hydraulic units before.

One good thing about spring starters: you have to crank them up every time, they tend to encourage a good level of engine maintenance.