Burkhardt Offset Magneto Assembly
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- Step by step installation instructions on web. Photos shows all phases of assembly.
- Required Burkhardt cast magneto top must be installed before front head is installed on motor.
Description
Burkhardt offset magneto assembly is for the generators on 1936-1969 Kuncklehead, Panhead and Shovelhead engines. The offset drive allows the magneto head to clear the cylinders and lower head fins. Includes a natural die cast finish body, red and cast magneto cover with a cast cap, an offset base drive, left hand Magneto head, Burkhardt alloy cover and retro wire set.
*NOTE: Assembled in NY.
*NOTE: Actual Magneto rotation is left hand. Points and point plate holder are also left handed.
*NOTE: Cap will require additional clearance in motor-case-head area near front cylinder.
*NOTE: For mounting on all generator model Overhead Twins, 1941-1969 Knucklehead, Panhead and Shovelhead models. Must use 2 bolt to mount to engine case. 1966-1969 models have a 1/4"-20 stud and 1941-1696 models have a 1/4"-24 thread. For the 1965-1969 Shovelhead model single stud cases, it's advisable to drill and tap a second 1/4"-20 hole for the 2 bolts.
*NOTE: Must check for clearance with aftermarket heavy duty cases, magneto aluminum base, may interfere with motor case at distributor base area. Compatible with 1966-1969 cases that use a single stud distributor mount. An additional hole can be added if needed. Remove the ex
Specifications
- V-Twin number
- 32-1799
- Manufacturer
- Motorshop
- Sold as
- 1 - EA
- Origin
- Imported
- 2026 catalogue pages
- 1320
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