TCI Ignition Coils

[fenianmoto]

Howdy! Anyone know if the older ignition coils for the points style ignition system will work with a 1980 model with the TCI ignition? I'm wondering about this because a friend gave me a new set that he didn't end up using, & I like the idea of replaceable plug wires Thanks in advance!

 

[Gordon]

The primary resistance on the older 'point's' coil is different, and you will end up burning out the module.

 

[fenianmoto]

The primary resistance on the older 'point's' coil is different, and you will end up burning out the module.

Thanks for the quick reply Gordon! Guess I'll order a set that'll work.

 

[Gordon]

Good choice. Mike's coil's are pretty good. I am using the black, two tower, and it work's well. As with any coil, do NOT spark it without grounding the plug leads, cause you will burn it up.

 

[fenianmoto]

Thanks for the quick reply Gordon! Guess I'll order a set that'll work.

Any suggestions for a set that may be better? Stock, Dyna, & Mike's all have ones for this bike.

 

[Gordon]

Mike's 17-6803 work's for me.

 

[Purplezinger]

Howdy! Anyone know if the older ignition coils for the points style ignition system will work with a 1980 model with the TCI ignition? I'm wondering about this because a friend gave me a new set that he didn't end up using, & I like the idea of replaceable plug wires Thanks in advance!

No! points type coils will not work with TCI systems. However there are other possible solutions. I used a coil that was originally on a Honda CBR 600. It had the same electrical properties as the XS650 TCI coil. I gave $20.00 for it at a M/C salvage yard. Works great.