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I had wanted to do this since I got the bike and finally figured out how I wanted to do it and finished short while back, could not be happier with how I did it and it's such a great DIY all it would cost one is plug wires.
Until I did this I was not content with my bike, now, completely content!
Now, how bad do you wanna skin that cat!
Your set-up is clean. If I remember correctly, you have your coil mounted underneath the tank, correct? No problems with the coil getting too hot in hot weather, etc?
Side note: Did you feel any difference with the aluminum swingarm, handling wise?
I have no problem when someone wants to DIY something. What I do have a problem is when someone new to the forum comes on and starts bashing, I do not want to pay $100 for a metal bracket and wiring harness. I can make my own for less than $20 and iI do not want to cut splice solder etc.. WTF? DK Customs has supported this site, provided answers to members and has listened to customers feedback. Ask questions respectfully, and youll get answers to your questions.
Here is an example of the correct way to respectfully come across:
I didnt bash anyone. I simply stated that I did not want to pay x amount of money for something I could do my self for less. I mentioned no names, youre the one that brought up DK. Didnt realize that was a touchy subject for some.
Your set-up is clean. If I remember correctly, you have your coil mounted underneath the tank, correct? No problems with the coil getting too hot in hot weather, etc?
Side note: Did you feel any difference with the aluminum swingarm, handling wise?
Dave
Thank you!
Negative on mount under the tank, that would not be what I would consider a DIY. I saw where someone put the coil under the tank on a sportster but that would be a feat on a Dyna without actually modding the tank itself.
My coil sits comfortably in that little space between the battery box and the electrical caddy, right under the seat.
Now OP mentioned about not wanting to solder and I'm thinking OP doesn't really want to have to cut the four coil wires on the harness (I did in my application before I realized what I wish I had done) so here's the easy solution that I wish I would have but mine works perfectly so no big deal in the end.
If one doesn't know how to solder than take it to someone who can or watch a Youtube video and master the art in 10 seconds and solder these two parts together once you have cut them to the length you want them to be wherever you mount the coil.
There is a little magic involved beyond the parts to make everything fit, i.e., my coil is OEM but it is no longer stock Little things like that, nothing to it. This gives you a chance to route that garble of wires that clutters the area behind the rear cylinder and under the seat and the caddy and what not.
Swingarm: I lost 15lbs with this swingarm, over 15lbs from lead to Lithium battery, and I'll have to weigh the cowbell horn but it's weight is gone too since it got relocated to a drawer in my tool box in my garage.
Cheers!
Last edited by Suede Blue Man; Jul 18, 2019 at 03:26 PM.
Negative on mount under the tank, that would not be what I would consider a DIY. I saw where someone put the coil under the tank on a sportster but that would be a feat on a Dyna without actually modding the tank itself.
My coil sits comfortably in that little space between the battery box and the electrical caddy, right under the seat.
Now OP mentioned about not wanting to solder and I'm thinking OP doesn't really want to have to cut the four coil wires on the harness (I did in my application before I realized what I wish I had done) so here's the easy solution that I wish I would have but mine works perfectly so no big deal in the end.
If one doesn't know how to solder than take it to someone who can or watch a Youtube video and master the art in 10 seconds and solder these two parts together once you have cut them to the length you want them to be wherever you mount the coil.
There is a little magic involved beyond the parts to make everything fit, i.e., my coil is OEM but it is no longer stock Little things like that, nothing to it. This gives you a chance to route that garble of wires that clutters the area behind the rear cylinder and under the seat and the caddy and what not.
Swingarm: I lost 15lbs with this swingarm, over 15lbs from lead to Lithium battery, and I'll have to weigh the cowbell horn but it's weight is gone too since it got relocated to a drawer in my tool box in my garage.
Cheers!
Those are the connectors I ended up finding last night and ordering. Got the part numbers and all from drag specialties. Thanks!
I read post like this and just laugh. Ya wanna change **** on yer bike but want it on the cheap side. Figure it out for yourself and do it. It may take a few tries to get it right, but the bottom line is YOU did it. Here's a clue for ya . . . . if ya gotta "Google it" maybe leave it alone. Most likely you next post will be . . Help Me, Help Me, I did this to my bike and it won't start.
I have no problem when someone wants to DIY something. What I do have a problem is when someone new to the forum comes on and starts bashing, I do not want to pay $100 for a metal bracket and wiring harness. I can make my own for less than $20 and iI do not want to cut splice solder etc.. WTF? DK Customs has supported this site, provided answers to members and has listened to customers feedback. Ask questions respectfully, and youll get answers to your questions.
Here is an example of the correct way to respectfully come across:
Not everybody has piles of cashh layin round n don't see that he did anything wrong w savin a buck when u can. he didn't want to pay retail for something he's able to build and relocate himself. I personally can appreciate DIY.
So I didnt get around to posting the update last weekend. But here it is.. also didnt realize there was so much hate on this forum. Its ok if you dont think I can do it or if youre mad because I didnt want to buy someones product because I felt it was over priced. At the end of the day imma do what I want. So heres the results. Enjoy.
And i did order the plug wires from DK, I have no problem with the company.
Got some replacement bolts for the original location as well to cover the brass fittings.
Edit: I used a chop saw blade to make my bracket.. figured it would be plenty sturdy haha
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Little things like that, nothing to it. This gives you a chance to route that garble of wires that clutters the area behind the rear cylinder and under the seat and the caddy and what not.
