Misc: Ignition Fitting a cutout cap to a Lucas K1F magneto on a Comet

Steve Marks

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Normal procedure would have been to earth via a horn button. You could for greater security earth it via a key switch to leave it earthed when the bike is unattended.
Good idea but remember that most key switches are 'open' in the 'off' position. When used to stop a magneto as discussed here, you will need a switch which is 'closed' in the 'off' position.
 

Comet Rider

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Good idea but remember that most key switches are 'open' in the 'off' position. When used to stop a magneto as discussed here, you will need a switch which is 'closed' in the 'off' position.
Honda C50/70/90 switch does this, as in the off position it shorts the coil to ground
 
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