Which is the best ignition system for a Harley?
Having designed an electronic ignition module for Harley’s that is still sold on the aftermarket, I have done LOTS of testing and can guaranty you that no point system is accurate enough to produce more engine power than an electronic ignition. Point can have a +-9 degree swing in timing!!!!
Is it possible for an electronic ignition module to go bad?
Intermittent failures are common in electronics. Components can go bad without causing a total failure. Having designed an electronic ignition module for Harley’s that is still sold on the aftermarket, I have done LOTS of testing and can guaranty you that no point system is accurate enough to produce more engine power than an electronic ignition.
Can a V-twin ignition coil get old?
Coils get old and crack. When they heat up or cool down they can have an intermittent connection issue internally. You can’t definitively test an old coil. The only way to be sure is to swap it.
Having designed an electronic ignition module for Harley’s that is still sold on the aftermarket, I have done LOTS of testing and can guaranty you that no point system is accurate enough to produce more engine power than an electronic ignition. Point can have a +-9 degree swing in timing!!!!
What happens when ignition is left unrectified?
Pinking can cause wear to piston rings, valves and big-end bearings. Over a sustained period, it may lead to compression loss, and if left unrectified can lead to engine failure. If no problems occur and pinking cannot be heard, advance the ignition further by one increment (or one degree if a strobing light is at hand) and repeat the test.
Is the idle speed motor on my 99 ultra bad?
I have a 99 Ultra with MM Injection. When I bought the bike 4 years ago the cold start/idle was terrible. Being in the car business it was not too difficult to diagnose as a bad idle speed motor. It actuated but once it touched the lever it would not move it.
Intermittent failures are common in electronics. Components can go bad without causing a total failure. Having designed an electronic ignition module for Harley’s that is still sold on the aftermarket, I have done LOTS of testing and can guaranty you that no point system is accurate enough to produce more engine power than an electronic ignition.