Description
XS650 CDI System for XS650! Fully HHB Tested and Approved, our NEW CDI System is what these bikes have been begging for all along! 100% Crank Driven Ignition, utilizing a pre-programmed advance curve in the CDI Box, and a pickup coil at the flywheel for far more accurate and consistent timing than a cam driven system. No more worries about camchain tension/stretch affecting your timing, and you can remove rotational weight from the camshaft – all good things! Combined with its own internal 200W Charging System for a more compact design with less moving parts than other ignition systems. And best of all, you CAN run totally battery-less if you so choose. Just use a capacitor in place of the battery and you are good to go! If you would like to run a battery (or have to, due to local laws) then wire it just the same using a battery. Options are good, and you get the option of both with the this system. The ignition gets its power from Source Coils on the stator, so even if the regulator was unplugged, the engine will still run. The NEW HHB XS650 CDI Ignition System Benefits Include:
- 200W Charging.
- Modern CDI Ignition Performance for your vintage XS650
- Source Coils provide power for CDI Operation, leaving a full 200W Max power output for Lights and Accessories.
- Ignition is self powered with no draw from Charging System
- Magnetic Pick Up Coil allows for trouble free timing – set it and forget it
- Adjustable Base Timing, via our adjustable timing tab.
- Unified Package – Timing and Charging System combined for less moving parts (only the Flywheel moves, the rest of the components are fully stationary)
- Battery-less operation is supported, our test bikes are a 1 kick machine even when cold. You can still utilize a battery if you like of course.
- No more need for added weight or moving parts attached to the camshaft.
- Crank Driven for accurate ignition at all RPMS, no more worries about camchain stretch affecting timing, especially at higher RPMs
- 80% Bolt-On System(Minor soldering/crimping needed, we provide a long harness for custom installs, some engine cases may require slight modification around the ignition pickup -uncommon, but worth noting.)
- 100% Hugh’s HandBuilt Sourced – no more mixing and matching components from 2-3 different companies – our kit does it all, charging and ignition all in one!
- Unmatched Hugh’s HandBuilt Tech Support and Install Articles, wiring diagrams, and more – coming as soon as we start shipping!
What comes in the kit?
- High Output Stator/Source Coil
- Magnetic Pickup Coil
- Permanent Magnet Flywheel with Adjustable Timing Tab
- MOSFET Regulator/Rectifier – $129 Upgrade to most system, included!
- Ignition Coil, wires and caps
- NGK Spark Plugs
- CDI Ignition Box
- Wiring Harness with Relay
- Wiring Grommet for engine cases
- All Mounts, Hardware, woodruff key, and plugs to fit the system to your XS650
- Detailed PDF Install Instructions (check your email after order) Don’t sweat it, you know our style, you can do this!
Thanks for all your support folks! As always, ya’ll make this the best job in the world! Hugh Owings – Hugh’s HandBuilt
Thanks folks!
Hugh – Hugh’s HandBuilt
Chad Steen (verified owner) –
Prior to installing Hugh’s CDI system the most complex wiring work I’d done was installing a cassette player in my first car (which had a tendency to lose power every time I drove over a divot in the road). After studying the hell out of Hugh’s installation manual and doing a few practice crimps, within a few hours I had this system installed and running like a champ. Thanks, guys, for this amazing product and the first class tech support. I enjoyed every second of this install.
Doug –
this was already on my bike by previous owner and works flawlessly. P
John Rith (verified owner) –
Got one early on. Still love it. Great instructions and Hugh helped me w an issue I had. Would love to put this on a rephrase build
4MulaCycleWerx/Michael Mee (verified owner) –
What an incredible piece of kit. Not only does this put a more robust charging system into your XS650 it puts the pick up where it should be, on the crank.
We recommend this upgrade to every one of our clients and friends, whether we are doing the work or not.
It impossible to accurately describe the attention to detail and quality of craftsmanship that Hugh and his gang put into all of his parts and this is no exception.
Jason hetfield –
I’ve used this set up on a few bikes now and it’s always worked great. Fairly easy to install and far superior to the icky stock charging system.
Jonathan Wysong (verified owner) –
Easy to install, great customer service and an amazing product, I would highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade
DREW BECKWITH (verified owner) –
Good bit of gear! Hugh was awesome to deal with and it arrived quick sticks.
Christopher Frayer (verified owner) –
System works great, the most thorough instructions I’ve ever recieved. Customer service was amazing.
Joe Shelton (verified owner) –
Is far as I’m concerned, this is the best thing you can do to your stock engine. All of my electric stuff works perfectly now and the bike runs flawlessly. More importantly, at least to me, are the amazing instructions that Hugh put together. And when I had what was probably a stupid question, I emailed him and he straitened me out. Pay for the quality of parts AND the quality of people. Thanks Hugh!
Gregg Fox (verified owner) –
My bike went down in 1990 with a charging problem. For my build this was the fix all. Great product. Great instructions. My 1980 xs650 starts most of the time with one kick. I have many other Hughs products on my build. This is probably my favorite!!!!
Brian Vandemortel –
Ordered complete CDI system and couldn’t be happier everything was as expected not really complicated to install some wiring but not bad Hugh was a great help really backs his stuff 100%
Robert Nelson (verified owner) –
Have the og Hughes pma on my kick only chopper and was pumped when the CDI came out. This was installed on a customers bike and is the best thing since sliced bread. For real this makes live with a Yamaha better no more charging problems or starting. Recommend this to everyone building a Yamaha. Hughes parts are on back order sometime it’s because they are awesome not junk. Thanks for all your hard work Hughes.
matthew.f.cohen –
The system works flawlessly. I’ve used ignition systems from the other main sources and I can say with confidence that this is the best one. Removing the cam element makes hiding the wiring easier, it’s super simple to set up and get going quickly. Hugh offers great help and answers even the dumbest of questions. Can’t recommend the product and company high enough.
Westy (verified owner) –
I installed this for my kick-only batteryless chopper I was building. I coupled this with the Hughs capacitor and finished the build the night before riding it to San Felipe, Mexico on my shakedown/ break-in ride, raced in the dirt and rode it home without a single issue. Starts first or second kick every time. I wont build another XS650 without this setup.
Jon Helm –
I ran this system on my XS650 chopper and it worked perfectly every single time. If it hadn’t come with the incredible instructions it would certainly have taken more time to install but due to the care Hugh puts into his instructions and the products he sells this was a breeze!
Michael D Grimes –
I bought this kit 6 years ago, and its still going strong! Thanks for an awesome product!
Mason Lagerquist (verified owner) –
This system from Hugh’s is the business! My XS runs so much better with the solid state crank trigger ignition and I no longer have to put my battery on the trickle charge every other day. Installation is not complicated and Hugh’s instructions are very good.
Jonathan Reece –
Great product no complaints, the only issue I had I emailed Hugh and he worked with me on it, great guy from my point of view. I will definitely be buying more from him.
Thomas Almaguer –
This PMG system is awesome. It simplifies and improves reliability. Every bike I put together must have one on it.
Morten Rognmo (verified owner) –
I give the product 5 stars even though I have not installed anything yet … maybe I get a T-Shirt 🙂
I do not think it is a bad product anyway, I expect everything to fit and work perfectly on my XS 650 1973 Bobber project. Can’t wait to install (as soon as it gets a little warmer in the garage .. Brrrrr ..) Thanks Hugh for the reminder to leave feedback. More orders are coming 😉 Regards Morten/Arendal Norway
Tim Cellere (verified owner) –
I am still new to building these bikes so I was a little worried that I might be getting myself into too much. The instructions that comes with this kit are great and easy to follow. I had a question about the timing and Hugh got back to me same day. So far it has worked great. I haven’t had the chance to put that many miles on it yet because of winter but I’m looking forward to fully testing it out this spring. I would and have recommended this system to anyone looking to upgrade.
william green –
install very straight forward. All fits very nice. Works super. Hugh is a great guy to do business with. Highly recommend.
Justus (verified owner) –
Awesome product right here. Easy to install with clear instructions. Did I mention that the customer service Hugh provides for it is great? Definitely an upgrade you didnt know you needed.
Marc Crabtree (verified owner) –
I’m new to bike building and had read many great things about this CDI system on various forums. I was worried I wouldn’t be able to pull the installation off? but Hugh makes it virtually problem free. The printed instruction manual made it impossible to mess up, detailed and full of photos. I’m excited for spring. This system is worth every penny. Also, I’ve placed several orders and his shipping is fast and i’ve never been stung for duty fees (Canada) due to his use of USPS. Dealing with Hugh is a win/win!
Mark Fowler (verified owner) –
As the description says pretty much plug and play, great instructions!
I was hoping for 1 sticker and was pleased to get 4!
Well done Hugh!
Kyle W. (verified owner) –
I had so many problems with ignition systems so I pulled the plug and got one of these. This is an amazing kit. Easy to install and if you have any questions Hugh was amazing and answered them. I will be putting one on my next build too.
Dave Herring (verified owner) –
Received this system promptly after ordering, very relieved. Installation went well but then had a problem with timing the engine, Hugh helped me and we got it sorted out. The bike starts much easier but did have to adjust the jetting just like he said and the bike did have an aftermarket performance coil on it when it came in but it is a better runner now.
Chad –
Recently built my first bike, and getting this setup was by far the smartest decision. I had little, to no experience with electrical and now my bike fires up first kick, every time (even the lazy ones). The kit came with a booklet of Incredibly easy to follow and thorough instructions. Install only took a few hours, and customer support was phenomenal. 100% satisfied with how quickly I would get a response about any of the components. Referred a friend to this product; that had been struggling with another setup from another company that gave no instructions and didn’t help at all. Told him to just drop the cash for Hugh’s full CDI system and within a night, a bike that he had been trouble shooting for months ran within a few hours. I will no doubt be putting these into any future XS build. Also purchased the starter delete, nice snug fit. This company makes top quality stuff that I will recommend them until I’m blue in the face.
Brandon Ricks (verified owner) –
Amazing product! this brought my XS back to life! quality components and thorough instructions. working with Hugh is awesome. I had a slight hiccup during install, Hugh was quick to get me sorted out and back in business. great product, even better customer support. Thanks again Hugh!
Mike von Sothen (verified owner) –
This kit works great, the instructions and tips were a huge help and when I had issues (my own fault, these bikes are old) Hugh offered me many suggestions and helped me figure it out and dial in my bike. Now it runs the best it ever has.
John Ehrhardt –
The whole enchilada driven off the crank made a ton of sense to me!! The instructions were top notch, step by step plug n play.. It took roughly 3 hours to completely install and it started on the first kick, timing was dead on and now, XS life is great.. Good stuff Hugh!!
johne411411 (verified owner) –
Pull the trigger and buy it! I know its a decent amount of money, but its definitely the best bang for your buck if you want to do an upgrade. You don’t have any experience wiring stuff and that makes you a bit nervous? Fret not, the instructions are VERY clear, and the crimping of connectors isn’t bad. Theres only a few you need to do anyway! Even if you mess up a crimp you can cut it off and do it again. After setting the timing and properly jetting the carbs, its a one kick bike every time. Highly recommended.