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Offline Philh550

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CB 550 points or electronic
« on: February 28, 2019, 01:21:04 PM »
Hi all
Engine nearly rebuilt in my 1976 project Honda cb550.
Starting to think about getting it running.
Not much good with electrics but fortunately my neighbour is !
Whats the best option, original points ignition or a new electronic system.
I have nothing except the old points, no wires relays coils switches ....nowt !
Have talked briefly with neighbour and Motogadget  was mentioned, expensive but compared to sourcing all the bits needed would it be more straight forward ?
Anybody used it, any views ?
Thanks Phil


Offline Johnwebley

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Re: CB 550 points or electronic
« Reply #1 on: February 28, 2019, 01:25:50 PM »

I personally prefer Boyer electronic system.

 no moving parts,no wear or tear .

 they do matching coils ,

 UK company,answer questions over the phone
 
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Offline Bryanj

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Re: CB 550 points or electronic
« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2019, 02:21:47 PM »
I always say for using daily use and highish miles electronic but for only ocasional use and low milesstick with points. As to the rest of the electrics the original stuff is very reliable

 

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