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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 09:53 AM
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What brand/type spark plug do you use? I've been reading about platinum/iridium plugsvs standard plugs.Are they that good or is it just b/s? What do you think ?
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:01 AM
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IMO plat/irid plugs are only better for longer life of the plug, not performance gains. As simple as it is to change plugs in our scoots, it is just not worth the expense.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:02 AM
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ORIGINAL: 07SG

IMO plat/irid plugs are only better for longer life of the plug, not performance gains. As simple as it is to change plugs in our scoots, it is just not worth the expense.
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:07 AM
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What they said
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:11 AM
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Just use the stock plugs... and change em at 10,000 miles..

Never any problem.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:16 AM
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Believe it or not some of the ECM's now days measure the resistance/volts of the spark plug/wire and can tell the difference. As cheap as the standard plugs are why change.

 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:19 AM
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Master mechanic at our dealership will only use stock plugs - other plugs make trouble - even HD's own premium plugs have made problems. Might be fun to experiment though.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 10:30 AM
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I've been using NGK Iridium plugs since my first plug change and have been very happy with them,their performance and longevity...
 
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Default RE: Spark Plugs

I've ridden a few Panheads, lots of Shovels, tons of EVO's, and few Twin Cams......I've found no difference between sparkplugs or even brands for that matter.

I recommend either the standard OEM plug or a cross-reference plug. If the cross-referenced plug is identical to the OEM plug....then it is fine to use. The OEM plug is manufactured by Champion for those that don't know.

A spark plug does nothing other than create the spark that is needed for combustion.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2007 | 02:06 PM
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I figured that the OEM plugs from HD were Champion, that's why I do not use them. I have had problems with Chumpion plugs in my car and in my Harley.

Used Motorcraft, Autolite and Bosh. No problems with any of them. Just installed a pair of ACs in my 98 Classic. Working good so far....
 
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