What do the various ignition system options require? Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650


Which ignition system components do you need to retain for the aftermarket options?

Wondering which physical components the below terms reference? Check out our closer look at both CDI and TI ignition systems here.

CDI models

Model Ignition System Stator Charging Coils
(Present on both G8 and G47 stators)
Stator high-voltage coils
(CDI power, present G47 only)
CDI box Pickups Advance Pulsers
CX500 Stock CDI Not necessary for ignition Required Required Required Required
CX500 Ignitech DC-DCI-P2 Required Not required Not required Required Not required
CX500 Finnbox G47 Not necessary for ignition Required Not required Required Required
CX500 Rae-San Stock Coil Kit Required Not required Not Required Required Not Required
CX500 Rae-San Hall Effect Kit Required Not required Not required Not Required Not Required

TI models

Model Ignition System Stator Charging Coils
(12V power)
NEC boxes Pulse generators
CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650 Stock TI Required Required Required
CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650 Rae-San TI Hall Effect Required Not Required Not Required

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