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 ====== REF: Electrical System ====== ====== REF: Electrical System ======
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 +
 +===== Ironhead - Simplified Wiring Schematics =====
 +
 +This wiring diagram is a minimal config - **No Starter - No Turn Signals - No Front Brake Switch - No Kill Switch.**
 +
 +The ignition module is an Ultima version and fits in the nosecone where previously only the cam sensor plate was mounted. In this diagram the __Ultima Single-Fire Configuration__ is used, feeding separate trigger signals to the dual coils to fire the front & rear spark plugs separately (the Ultima BLUE wire fires the front coil & the Ultima PINK wire fires the rear coil).
 +
 +If you choose to use a __dual-fire configuration of the Ultima ignition__, it will also work when you pair it to the appropriate dual-fire coil. In that case, you will only use the Ultima PINK wire to fire the selected dual-fire coil. (The Ultima BLUE wire will not be used at all with a dual-fire version.)
 +
 +Using the VOES connection with either configuration (which helps with idle & cruising spark timing by providing more advance) is recommended by connecting the Ultima VIOLET wire to the VOES unit.
 +
 +Implementing a tachometer is optional. If used, the Ultima GREEN wire will connect to the tachometer signal input wire. The tach will also need a ground connection on the bike and key-operated power for the tach light.
 +
 +There are only six wire colors to minimize wire purchase: **Black - White - Red - Blue - Yellow - Green.** There are enough colors so that no connecting point should have the same color twice in order to make it easier to know which device is connected to/from another device.
 +
 +This circuit uses the Frame/​Engine for ground conduction. Be sure you have good ground points at the needed locations or run a separate black wire to those locations to assure a good ground.
 +
 +Beware that the brake light shares the same fuse as the ignition circuit - So, if you have a short to ground in the brake circuit it will blow the fuse & kill the ignition. You could add a separate fuse for the brake light to avoid that potential problem.
 +
 +The diagram shows an optional Gen Light, implemented with a diode and an incandescent bulb.
 +
 +To implement the VOES, add it with a vacuum hose to the carb - then wire the single VOES wire into the Violet Wire of the Ultima ignition module.
 +
 +To implement a tachometer, use a normal HD dual-fire tach and wire the input signal to the Green Wire of the Ultima module.
 +
 +
 +{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​simplewiring-kick-nots.jpg?​750|}}
 +
 +\\
 +
 +Some Other Simplfied Wiring Diagrams to represent basic wiring:
 +\\
 +
 +|Wiring for Magneto Fired Sportsters ((drawing by FourCams of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=426562&​page=4))|
 +{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​wiring_diagram_for_magneto_ignitions_by_fourcams.jpg?​direct&​400|}}
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 +
 +|Wiring for an Electric Start Sportster ((drawing by OutlawTexan67))|
 +{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​wiring13_by_outlawtexan67.jpg?​direct&​400|}}
 +
 +\\
 +
 +|Generic HD Wiring Diagram ((photo by FE Head http://​www.xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=230142))|
 +{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​generic_hd_wiring_diagram_by_fe_head.jpg?​direct&​400|}}
 +
 +\\
 +
 +
 +|Ironhead CAD Wiring Diagram ('77) ((diagram by russzx6 http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=411626))|
 +{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​alt-diag-77-russzx6.jpg?​400|}}
 +
 +\\
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 +
 +
 ===== Ironhead - Schematic Drawings (created with reference to the OEM manual) ===== ===== Ironhead - Schematic Drawings (created with reference to the OEM manual) =====
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 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1973-1974_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-9 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1973-1974_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-9 used as reference)) \\
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-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​L1973-1974_sportster_xl_fuse_wire_addition_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1973-1974 Sportster XLCH ==== ==== 1973-1974 Sportster XLCH ====
 |Click on the drawing to enlarge:| |Click on the drawing to enlarge:|
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 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1973-1974_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-9 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1973-1974_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-9 used as reference)) \\
  
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- 
-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
- 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​L1973-1974_sportster_xlch_fuse_wire_addition_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1975-1976 Sportster XL ==== ==== 1975-1976 Sportster XL ====
 |Click on the drawing to enlarge:| |Click on the drawing to enlarge:|
  
 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-11 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-11 used as reference)) \\
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-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
  
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xl_fuse_wire_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1975-1976 Sportster XLCH ==== ==== 1975-1976 Sportster XLCH ====
 |Click on the drawing to enlarge:| |Click on the drawing to enlarge:|
  
 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-11 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-11 used as reference)) \\
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-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
  
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1975-1976_sportster_xlch_fuse_wire_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1977 Sportster XL ==== ==== 1977 Sportster XL ====
 |Click on the drawing to enlarge:| |Click on the drawing to enlarge:|
  
 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-13 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-13 used as reference)) \\
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- 
-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
- 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xl_fuse_wire_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1977 Sportster XLCH ==== ==== 1977 Sportster XLCH ====
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 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-13 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xlch_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-13 used as reference)) \\
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- 
-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
- 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1977_sportster_xlch_fuse_wire_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1978 Sportster XL ==== ==== 1978 Sportster XL ====
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 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1978_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-15 used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1978_sportster_xl_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1970-1978 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM pg 5-15 used as reference)) \\
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-\\ 
- 
-**Additional drawings**: \\ 
- 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​1978_sportster_xl_fuse_wire_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​300|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack)) \\ 
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 ==== 1978 Sportster XLCH ==== ==== 1978 Sportster XLCH ====
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 {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​l1984-1985_sportster_xlx_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1979-1985 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM used as reference)) \\ {{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​l1984-1985_sportster_xlx_wiring_diagram_by_hippysmack.png?​direct&​800|}} ((drawing by Hippysmack, the 1979-1985 HD Sportster XL/​XLH/​XLCH/​XLT FSM used as reference)) \\
  
-===== Ironhead - Simplified Wiring Schematics ===== 
- 
-This wiring diagram is a minimal config - **No Starter - No Turn Signals - No Front Brake Switch - No Kill Switch.** 
- 
-The ignition module is an Ultima version and fits in the nosecone where previously only the cam sensor plate was mounted. In this diagram the __Ultima Single-Fire Configuration__ is used, feeding separate trigger signals to the dual coils to fire the front & rear spark plugs separately (the Ultima BLUE wire fires the front coil & the Ultima PINK wire fires the rear coil). 
- 
-If you choose to use a __dual-fire configuration of the Ultima ignition__, it will also work when you pair it to the appropriate dual-fire coil. In that case, you will only use the Ultima PINK wire to fire the selected dual-fire coil. (The Ultima BLUE wire will not be used at all with a dual-fire version.) 
- 
-Using the VOES connection with either configuration (which helps with idle & cruising spark timing by providing more advance) is recommended by connecting the Ultima VIOLET wire to the VOES unit. 
- 
-Implementing a tachometer is optional. If used, the Ultima GREEN wire will connect to the tachometer signal input wire. The tach will also need a ground connection on the bike and key-operated power for the tach light. 
- 
-There are only six wire colors to minimize wire purchase: **Black - White - Red - Blue - Yellow - Green.** There are enough colors so that no connecting point should have the same color twice in order to make it easier to know which device is connected to/from another device. 
- 
-This circuit uses the Frame/​Engine for ground conduction. Be sure you have good ground points at the needed locations or run a separate black wire to those locations to assure a good ground. 
- 
-Beware that the brake light shares the same fuse as the ignition circuit - So, if you have a short to ground in the brake circuit it will blow the fuse & kill the ignition. You could add a separate fuse for the brake light to avoid that potential problem. 
- 
-The diagram shows an optional Gen Light, implemented with a diode and an incandescent bulb. 
- 
-To implement the VOES, add it with a vacuum hose to the carb - then wire the single VOES wire into the Violet Wire of the Ultima ignition module. 
- 
-To implement a tachometer, use a normal HD dual-fire tach and wire the input signal to the Green Wire of the Ultima module. 
- 
- 
-{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​simplewiring-kick-nots.jpg?​750|}} 
- 
-\\ 
- 
-Some Other Simplfied Wiring Diagrams to represent basic wiring: 
-\\ 
- 
-|Wiring for Magneto Fired Sportsters ((drawing by FourCams of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=426562&​page=4))| 
-{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​wiring_diagram_for_magneto_ignitions_by_fourcams.jpg?​direct&​400|}} 
- 
-\\ 
- 
-|Wiring for an Electric Start Sportster ((drawing by OutlawTexan67))| 
-{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​wiring13_by_outlawtexan67.jpg?​direct&​400|}} 
- 
-\\ 
- 
-|Generic HD Wiring Diagram ((photo by FE Head http://​www.xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=230142))| 
-{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ih:​elec:​generic_hd_wiring_diagram_by_fe_head.jpg?​direct&​400|}} 
- 
-\\ 
- 
- 
-|Ironhead CAD Wiring Diagram ('77) ((diagram by russzx6 http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=411626))| 
-{{:​common:​space100x5px.jpg}}{{:​techtalk:​ref:​elec:​alt-diag-77-russzx6.jpg?​400|}} 
- 
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