Thorspark Electronic Ignition Conversion
Continue Using Your Existing Lucas Magneto, With The Benefits Of Reliable Electronic Ignition
Also available for BTH magnetos, motorcycles and cars
Suitable for most British Bikes, 6 or 12 volts, AJS Ariel BSA Matchless Norton Royal Enfield Triumph Velocette etc. etc, singles, twins, sq4.
Lucas MO1, K1F, K2F, BTH, MN1E, Magdyno, SR1, N1, BTH, KVF, etc. etc.
Also available for BTH magnetos, motorcycles and cars
Suitable for most British Bikes, 6 or 12 volts, AJS Ariel BSA Matchless Norton Royal Enfield Triumph Velocette etc. etc, singles, twins, sq4.
Lucas MO1, K1F, K2F, BTH, MN1E, Magdyno, SR1, N1, BTH, KVF, etc. etc.
This ad is for an electronic ignition conversion for classic motorcycles fitted with Lucas magnetos. This system replaces the magneto entirely, but fits inside the magneto end cap. The magneto remains in place, the original manual or automatic ignition advance continues to function as before, and the electronic conversion is not visible so the original appearance of the bike is maintained. The conversion comes in 6 or 12 volt options, and both positive or negative earth. Fitting is simple, and setting the timing is easier and more accurate than for a magneto.
This system gives a large spark at all engine speeds, normally greatly improving starting and low speed running, as well as throughout the rev range. Once fitted it is maintenance free.
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The conversion is based on a standard 6 or 12 volt ignition coil (single or twin cylinder) and an electronic trigger unit that replaces the original points inside the magneto. With this system the magneto remains in position maintaining the look of authenticity of the bike, and it uses the original manual or automatic advance system, but the magneto does not have to work. It is solely used to trigger the ignition module. Fitting time is minutes (there is no need to remove the magneto). The ignition timing will then have to be set with a strobe light, taking an hour or so (if you know the bike), this is done by adjusting the electronic ignition unit and is straightforward to do, there is no need to remove the magneto drive pinion. The conversion normally transforms the starting and running of most classic bikes! We have a Matchless G11 demonstration bike (fitted with K2F magneto), visitors welcome (near Brighton in Sussex). The photo shows the K2F kit (for Lucas K2F magneto as fitted to Triumph, Norton, Matchless and most other British twins), we have off-the-shelf kits for most other Lucas mags available (6 or 12 volt battery, positive or negative earth), single cylinder, twins, and the square Four. The system draws very little power (about 1/4 amp depending on engine speed), and works well with the original 6 volt Lucas dynamos fitted to most British bikes, as well as upgraded 12 volt electrics.
If your magneto is tired, faulty, full of oil, or is giving uneven ignition timing between cylinders, this is an ideal solution!
We have developed this product as we have had several magnetos re-wound over the years, and none has lasted more than a year.
We have developed this product as we have had several magnetos re-wound over the years, and none has lasted more than a year.
01273 494736
Suitable for Lucas magnetos
5 Year Unlimited Mileage Guarantee
non transferable
£155 per kit, postage £10 to UK
non transferable
£155 per kit, postage £10 to UK
This listing is buy it now, please ring, email, or we will contact you for specific model details upon purchase.
We make these kits to order, and can customise to most applications.
Fitting
This is a simple
matter of removing the magneto points unit and replacing with the
electronic trigger unit, The ignition coil needs to be hidden somewhere
on the bike (we suggest under the seat or tank) and connected to the
trigger unit by two wires. Then the ignition timing needs to be re-set
by strobe light, full step by step instructions are included with each
kit. The whole process takes less than an hour or two to complete and requires
only the removal of the magneto points plate on the existing mag. There is no need to remove the magneto drive pinion, or set the timing with rizlas or similar, as with the magneto.
The kit contains everything needed apart from plug caps and an ignition switch, these are left to personal preference.
The kit contains everything needed apart from plug caps and an ignition switch, these are left to personal preference.
Applications
Off the shelf kits available for most Lucas magnetos, including amoung others:
• Single cylinder mag dyno's MO1 with face cam points
• Single cylinder mag dyno's with slip ring points MO1 K1F
• Twin cylinder magnetos with slip ring points K2F
• MN1E for square fours
•Single cylinder SR1, N1 etc
•Single cylinder SR1, N1 etc
We can also adapt this electronic ignition system to fit virtually any magneto or points ignition system
Lucas or otherwise, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Why Fit a Thorspark Electronic Ignition?
• This is a simple
system that produces a large and reliable spark, resulting in more
reliable starting, smoother tickover, more powerful running as well as
being virtually maintenance free.
• The unit is driven by the existing magneto so uses the original ignition advance mechanical or manual.
• The electronic unit is hidden inside the magneto end cap, so the bike looks original.
• Simple fitting and timing, there is no need to remove the mag or mag drive pinion, no messing around with rizlas.
• There are various different options for different magnetos, and 6 or 12 volt electrics, but none draw more than 1/4 amp, and the system works well with the original 6volt Lucas dynamo. The bike needs to have a battery on it, but even if it stops charging the ignition draws little power and a normal battery will give several hours of running with the lights off. If your battery is not charging, you will not be able to run at night anyway.
• The electronic unit is hidden inside the magneto end cap, so the bike looks original.
• Simple fitting and timing, there is no need to remove the mag or mag drive pinion, no messing around with rizlas.
• There are various different options for different magnetos, and 6 or 12 volt electrics, but none draw more than 1/4 amp, and the system works well with the original 6volt Lucas dynamo. The bike needs to have a battery on it, but even if it stops charging the ignition draws little power and a normal battery will give several hours of running with the lights off. If your battery is not charging, you will not be able to run at night anyway.
This system will transform the starting, tickover, and running of most Bitish bikes.
Price
£155.00 per kit all Models
Payment in Euros Accepted
Postage
UK £10
Europe £15 Airmail
Americas £17.50 Airmail
Rest of the world £17.50 Airmail
Payment in Euros Accepted
Postage
UK £10
Europe £15 Airmail
Americas £17.50 Airmail
Rest of the world £17.50 Airmail
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