points conversion

[jboyer]

is it possible to convert a stock xs 400 to use points?

 

[Tombo]

I'm assuming it's 80's or later? If it's earlier, it's already got points. If it's later, then why?

 

[jboyer]

idk why my dad wanted to do it

 

[xschris]

Points are a lot cheaper to replace than a tci box

 

[jboyer]

Do u no if its possible though??

 

[drewpy]

Do u no if its possible though??

yep, wiring the biggest issue

 

[jboyer]

do u think u can point me in the direction for instructions

 

[Lupe]

I'd say you need a governor and contactbreaker assembly, a condenser and a wiring diagram.

Wiring points is easy

 

[JPaganel]

Points are a lot cheaper to replace than a tci box

How often do you replace one and the how often the other? How often do you adjust an ignition box?

There is a reason nobody makes anything with points any more.

 

[xschris]

There are no adjustment for a tci box. Points (with adjustment and cleaning) can go a long time I have used them for 8k and still work. A tci box can go bad at any time. I seen them last for 30k with no issues and also seen them crap out at 2k They can be fixed if you know what you are doing but most dont want to mess with them. A new one is lots of money if you can find one but have seen old used ones go for $50.

 

[drewpy]

here's the mod done points to TCi
Kmac post
http://yamahaclub.com/forums/topic/18108-upgraded-xs400-to-electronic-ignition/#entry104350

 

[Scorpio1963]

I had a 1974 yamaha Enduro DT360 with cdi.It was common for these cdis to go dead in under a year.Alot of people convertered them to points cause they lasted longer and cost less to replace.Since my bike was so old as badly as I wanted to get to run I didnt have time to work on it and wanted a bike that I could ride right away.Then I found my 82 400xs for $375. Turn key and ride with a few minor issues.