Earth connection improvement?

[cape]

I've seen a modification on Laverda where all earth connections were centralized in one single plate of metal (bolted to frame). Is there any other reasons for this than just convenience?

 

[bimbo]

I wouldn't say it was convenient but it does give you a good chance of having a good earth especially if the earth lead from the battery goes there

 

[NeilD]

did something similar on my LeMans... ran all the earths back to a central point on the frame then an additional earth lead from there back to the battery..

 

[wdietz186]

Good earthing is also ensured if one uses star washers between the connector and the frame. The frame is a good conductor so multiple points are ok, but one needs to be sure of a good connection to the engine sufficent to handle the starter draw. I ran an 8ga. cable from a lower engine stud to the frame just to be sure. An extra wire from the headlight bucket to the frame is a good idea too.

 

[henry]

Good earthing is also ensured if one uses star washers between the connector and the frame. The frame is a good conductor so multiple points are ok, but one needs to be sure of a good connection to the engine sufficent to handle the starter draw. I ran an 8ga. cable from a lower engine stud to the frame just to be sure. An extra wire from the headlight bucket to the frame is a good idea too.

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