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Points or electronic ignition ?
Dan:
Hi
I bought the DS electronic ignition 3 years ago and when fitted there was an instant improvement in smoothness at tickover. That's not to say you couldn't achieve the same by accurately setting the points, but I wanted to fit and hopefully forget and that is what I achieved.
I run my electronic tacho off the system also.
hairygit:
Sorry, but give me points and condensors anyday, simplicity itself! Contrary to what the manufacturers and sellers of electronic ignition systems say, points do not need constant adjustment, (if you use genuine parts, can't speak for pattern ones) I have been running the same sets of points for over 70,000 miles, and it still starts first push of the starter, and never misses even when I give it a good thrashing (frequently! ;)) Just check them for gap occasionally, and keep a little oil on the felt pad the lubricates the points cam, no problems. Plus if it does break down, it could be sorted easily at the roadside with a screwdriver and feeler gauge! (only ever known this happen to a mates 400/4 with pattern points!)
Johnwebley:
which ever you choose,its worth while checking the plug-caps,
mine had "burnt" out after 40yrs,the resistance far higher than the standard 5,000 ohms
blind bob:
Just fitted the Hondaman ignition to my 78 550 F2. http://sohc4shop.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=32
Not a true electronic system but an amplifier I believe. Retains points and condensers using the points as a switch. In the case of failure it can be returned to the normal set up in a few minutes, though Mark guarantees them for 5 years. Cost about $94 US shipped to the UK. Mark is a really nice guy and keeps you informed of shipping progress all the way. Makes lots of other nice SOHC bits as well (fitted his blade fuse box).
Fitted the box as per instructions, did the 3000 service,new set of OEM points, timed her up and the bike now fires first flick of the starter, idles smoothly which was always a bit hit and miss before.
Lots of info on Hondaman on the USA SOHC site. Works for me.
Bob
Thep1pe:
I fitted the DSS electronic system to my bike (cb550) It's been on a year now and no problems. Hated adjusting points.
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