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Old Mar 31, 2014 | 09:50 PM
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I have a 2010 ultra classic and a 2008 street Bob I need to install new plugs what is the best non harley plug
 
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We used to use Champion, comparable to a Harley plug. That was in the 70s, so they might not do that anymore. It's worth checking out.
 
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NGK makes some good stuff as well as Accell.
 
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I bet the MoCo uses the cheapest bulk plugs they can find. I just installed NGK iridiums in my switchback, they have a sharp pointed tip unlike the cylindrical reg. plugs so don't pry on the tip to gap it. A slight improvement in the butt after install, hey the're just spark plugs.
 
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We used to use Champion, comparable to a Harley plug. That was in the 70s, so they might not do that anymore. It's worth checking out.
Champion, makes the plugs for HD, with the HD logo on them. So, if you buy a regular Champion plug, your buying the HD plug minus the logo and the extra money for the logo.
 
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BTW.... Since you asked, Git cha 2 Champion, 809 RA6HC, Same as the Harley plug. Without the logo.
 
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Originally Posted by E8USMCRET
NGK makes some good stuff as well as Accell.
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I like to use NGKs as well.
 

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AUTOLITE XS 65, best plugs by far for the Shovel.
 
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Originally Posted by jspoon
I bet the MoCo uses the cheapest bulk plugs they can find. I just installed NGK iridiums in my switchback, they have a sharp pointed tip unlike the cylindrical reg. plugs so don't pry on the tip to gap it. A slight improvement in the butt after install, hey the're just spark plugs.

I just use Harley plugs..always seem fine to me. It's been proven a spark plug will not make a difference in HP or Torque
 
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I used to use the Champion RA6HC, which is the Harley plug without the Harley logo or price. I switched to the NGK DCPR7E several years ago.
 



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