Where is the ignition module located on a Sportster?

Where is the ignition module located on a Sportster?

With that hint, Craig looked into ignition-module failures. On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module.

What kind of exhaust system does a Sportster have?

1¾” Shotgun Drag Pipe Set For 1986-2003 Evolution Sportster Engines In Rigid Frames This drag pipe set will fit all 1986–2003 Evolution Sportster engines (not rubber-mounted) when installed in Paughco rigid frames. The front pipe is 60″-long and the rear is 40″-long, and the set includes a Paughco #718SBR-2 hanger bracket.

What kind of drag pipe does a 1986 Sportster use?

1¾” Upsweep Shotgun Fishtail Drag Pipe Set For 1986-2003 Evolution Sportster Engines In Rigid Frames These Upsweep Fishtails will fit all 1986–2003 Evolution Sportster engines (not rubber-mounted) when installed in Paughco rigid frames. The set includes a Paughco #718N2 hanger bracket to simplify installation.

Why is my Sportster ignition not working properly?

Finally, he came across comments which indicated that detonation problems were fairly common with Sportsters because of the ignition settings and advance curves that Harley-Davidson uses in its stock ignition module. Most problems are mild and go unnoticed unless the stock ignition module begins to fail.

With that hint, Craig looked into ignition-module failures. On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module.

Finally, he came across comments which indicated that detonation problems were fairly common with Sportsters because of the ignition settings and advance curves that Harley-Davidson uses in its stock ignition module. Most problems are mild and go unnoticed unless the stock ignition module begins to fail.

How to remove Sportster from screamin’eagle ignition module?

First, Craig lifted the Sportster and disconnected the battery cables. To remove the outer cover, Craig used a 1/8-inch drill to take out the rivets. Then he needed a small screwdriver to knock off the remaining collars. Even with care, the outer cover often gets scratched, so (like Craig) you might want to pick up a new cover.

Where is the ignition located on a Craigslist Sportster?

On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module. Then he rode around. No backfire, and no engine miss.