The Classic MotorCycle

Getting wired

Wiring diagrams are simple schematics which guide the transfer of electrical current from one component to another. They are easy to follow, the sort of thing one does after tea while the coffee is brewing… or so qualified electricians tell me. My experience is slightly different.

I find these diagrams confusing, unintelligible and just downright contrary – and I don’t mind admitting it. Yes, I know the logical thing is you start at one component and work systematically, but I still end up tight-lipped and cursing under my breath.

At least with an electronic kit from Boyer there are fewer bits in the old points housing, which neatly brings me to a problem of my own creation...

When deciding to abandon the distributor as the primary ignition unit and investigate converting to points in the

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