On the Honda Tornado XR250, the starter clutch is a one‑way sprag device inside the starter assembly that transfers torque from the electric starter motor to the engine only during cranking. Once the engine fires, it disengages automatically, preventing the motor from being driven by the running engine. It’s a small but critical part of the starting system and is listed among genuine spare parts for the XR250 Tornado. Like any mechanical clutch, its rollers or sprags can wear, so maintenance or replacement keeps reliable, clean starts.
