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Old Jul 21, 2008 | 04:21 PM
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Default Dynatek vs. Twin Tec ignitions????

Thinking about switching out my non-adjustable SE &nbsp\\;ignition for either a Dynatec or Twin Tech, any opinions on which is better would be GREATLY appreciated.&nbsp\\; Price on each is about the same, just want the best unit.
My bike is an 06 883 Custom, punched to 1200 with SE intake and V&amp\\;H straight shot pipes.&nbsp\\; May upgrade cams
eventually, but happy with what I have for now.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2008 | 05:08 PM
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Dynatec &nbsp\\;
 
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Old Jul 21, 2008 | 05:23 PM
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Daytona Twin Tec
 
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 11:48 AM
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Default RE: Dynatek vs. Twin Tec ignitions????

this may be a dumb question, but i'm learning.

what's the benefit of upgrading the ignition?

Chad
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 12:15 PM
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ORIGINAL: cdaxj

this may be a dumb question, but i'm learning.

what's the benefit of upgrading the ignition?

Chad
Tampa, FL
This thread might help: https://www.hdforums.com/m_3369501/tm.htm

 
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 04:20 PM
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Dyna, hands down.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 06:18 PM
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Default RE: Dynatek vs. Twin Tec ignitions????

&nbsp\\;There is almost no advantage to upgrading the ignition unless you are spending a bunch of money on the engine and want to get everything out of it you can.&nbsp\\;
&nbsp\\;So if you're not doing engine work don't mess with the ignition.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 06:42 PM
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Sure there is, its called fixing the ignition timing that the EPA screwed up, just like they screwed up the air/fuel system. But I dont seem to agree with most of your opinions anyway.
 
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I have been thinking about upgrading the ignition module on my wifes 06 883 to cure the dreaded "carb fart"....&nbsp\\;I hear rumors that it really isn't anything to do with the carb but is caused by too little (or too much?) timing advance at low rpms.
 
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