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How do you rebuild a Harley Davidson Sportster magneto?

Rebuilding a Harley-Davidson Sportster Magneto.

1. Tools and Parts:

- Basic tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers.

- Magneto rebuilding/repair kit (this will include points, a condenser, and other small components).

- New gaskets and seals.

- Contact cement or shellac.

- Ohmmeter.

- 12-volt battery.

2. Preparations:

- Disconnect battery.

- Drain oil from primary case.

- Remove primary cover.

3. Disassembly:

- Remove ignition points and condenser.

- Remove rotor by unscrewing the retaining nut.

- Slide the rotor off carefully, being mindful not to damage the wires or insulation.

- Dismantle the stator.

4. Cleaning:

- Clean all parts with a suitable degreaser.

- Allow parts to dry thoroughly.

5. Inspection:

- Check all parts for damage.

- Replace damaged components.

6. Assembly:

- Reinstall the stator.

- Reinstall the rotor. Make sure the rotor is properly seated and tighten the retaining nut securely.

- Reinstall the ignition points and condenser.

- Adjust ignition point gap.

- Make final wiring connections.

7. Testing:

- Attach a 12-volt battery to the magneto and rotate the rotor.

- Check for a spark at the spark plug wire.

- Verify that the points open and close properly as the rotor turns.

8. Reinstall primary:

- Reinstall primary cover.

- Install a new gasket.

- Connect the battery.