{"product_id":"royal-enfield-140954-contact-set-contact-breaker-points-bullet-350-500","title":"Contact Set \/ Contact Breaker Points (Distributor Ignition) for Royal Enfield Bullet 350\/500 – 140954 (CB Point Set)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eRoyal Enfield \u003cstrong data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"315\"\u003ePart No. 140954\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eContact Set\u003c\/strong\u003e—also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"423\"\u003econtact breaker points \/ CB point set \/ distributor points\u003c\/strong\u003e—used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"477\"\u003econtact-breaker (points) ignition systems\u003c\/strong\u003e on older Royal Enfield motorcycles. If your bike is hard to start, misfiring, losing spark under load, or the ignition timing keeps drifting, worn points are a common root cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eThis part is a service item in the distributor: it opens\/closes the primary ignition circuit to generate spark at the correct timing. Using the correct points matters because point geometry, spring tension, and rubbing block quality directly affect dwell and timing stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eAlso searched as: \u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e“contact breaker point set 140954”\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e“CB point set”\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e“distributor contact set”\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e“points set Royal Enfield”\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eBefore you buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is ONLY for bikes that still use a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003edistributor\/points (contact breaker) ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your motorcycle has \u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eCDI\/TCI\/electronic ignition (no points)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is not compatible—please verify by photo of your distributor\/points plate before ordering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eKey Features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eGenuine-spec \u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eCONTACT SET\u003c\/strong\u003e for points ignition: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003ePart No. 140954\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eFixes common points-related issues: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eweak spark, misfire, poor starting, timing instability\u003c\/strong\u003e (when points are worn).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eCorrect \u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003econtact geometry + spring tension\u003c\/strong\u003e for stable ignition timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eIdeal during distributor service: pair with condenser and points plate service. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e“Also known as” \u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eCB Point Set \/ Point Set \/ Contact Breaker Points\u003c\/strong\u003e (high-search synonyms). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eWorks only on \u003cstrong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003econtact breaker (points) systems\u003c\/strong\u003e—not for modern electronic ignitions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003eUsually sold as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e1 set (1 unit)\u003c\/strong\u003e; adjust and set gap during installation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eCompatibility Table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"3819\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2299\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2317\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003ePlatform\/Engine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2331\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eBS\/Emission\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2339\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2354\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eStatus (✅\/❓)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2375\" data-col-size=\"lg\" class=\"\"\u003eNotes\/Constraints\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"3819\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2651\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2430\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBullet 350 (Indian-built)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2467\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCI\/AVL-era (points ignition bikes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2473\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2488\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOlder models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2492\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2651\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eConfirmed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eIndian Bullets with contact breaker\/points\u003c\/strong\u003e by multiple dealers. Must have distributor\/points plate. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2680\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBullet 500 (Indian-built)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2717\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCI\/AVL-era (points ignition bikes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2723\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2738\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOlder models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2742\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2876\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFor \u003cstrong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003e350\/500 models with contact breaker ignition systems\u003c\/strong\u003e (points type). Verify by photo. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2903\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eElectra 4S \/ Electra 5S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2934\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAVL \/ mixed ignition by year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2940\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2957\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2000s (varies)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2961\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e❓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"3146\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eOne dealer lists fitment, another notes “new models use CDI\/TCI.” \u003cstrong data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3053\"\u003eElectra had variants\u003c\/strong\u003e—buy only after verifying points distributor present. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3168\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMachismo (350\/500)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3199\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAVL \/ mixed ignition by year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3205\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3228\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1990s–2000s (varies)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3232\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e❓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3364\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eConflicting seller guidance. Verify if your bike has \u003cstrong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003epoints distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e (not CDI\/TCI). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3397\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLightning 500 \/ Lightning 535\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3422\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAVL-era (often points)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3422\" data-end=\"3428\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3451\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eearly 2000s (varies)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3455\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e❓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3607\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eListed by one dealer, not consistently confirmed elsewhere. Verify by distributor\/points photo before order. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3819\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3647\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAny UCE \/ EFI \/ J-Series \/ modern RE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3664\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUCE \/ J-series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3674\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBS3–BS6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3680\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAny\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3684\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e❓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3819\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eNot for bikes without contact breaker points (no distributor\/points). Verify ignition type. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3836\"\u003eVariants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003eNo variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3898\"\u003eFAQs \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3902\" data-end=\"4200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3902\" data-end=\"3966\"\u003eQ1 (Fitment): How do I confirm 140954 fits my Royal Enfield?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3966\" data-end=\"3969\"\u003eCheck if your bike has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003edistributor\/points (contact breaker) assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you can see a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4062\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003epoints plate and rubbing block\u003c\/strong\u003e under the distributor cover, 140954 is the correct contact set. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4202\" data-end=\"4491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4202\" data-end=\"4271\"\u003eQ2 (Fitment): Will this work on Electra \/ Machismo \/ Thunderbird?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4271\" data-end=\"4274\"\u003eNot always. Some versions moved to \u003cstrong data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4340\"\u003eCDI\/TCI\/electronic ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your bike does not have mechanical points, do not order. Share a photo of the distributor area to confirm. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4759\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4576\"\u003eQ3 (Comparison): Genuine points vs aftermarket point set—what’s the difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4579\"\u003eThe main difference is \u003cstrong data-start=\"4602\" data-end=\"4622\"\u003etiming stability\u003c\/strong\u003e (spring tension, contact material, rubbing block wear). Poor-quality points can drift timing faster and cause misfire\/hard-start issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"5043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4830\"\u003eQ4 (Installation): What should a mechanic do during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4830\" data-end=\"4833\"\u003eInstall the new contact set, then \u003cstrong data-start=\"4867\" data-end=\"4908\"\u003eset the point gap and ignition timing\u003c\/strong\u003e as per your service manual. Replace\/inspect the condenser if needed (often serviced together). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5045\" data-end=\"5203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5045\" data-end=\"5108\"\u003eQ5 (Symptoms): What problems does a worn contact set cause?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5108\" data-end=\"5111\"\u003eHard starting, weak spark, misfire, jerks under load, backfire, and frequent timing changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5205\" data-end=\"5519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5205\" data-end=\"5283\"\u003eQ6 (Returns-prevention): What photo should I send to avoid ordering wrong?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5283\" data-end=\"5286\"\u003eSend a clear photo of your \u003cstrong data-start=\"5313\" data-end=\"5341\"\u003edistributor\/points plate\u003c\/strong\u003e (open cover) or your old points next to the new one. If your bike has CDI\/TCI (no points), we’ll guide you to the correct ignition parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UNDER THE HOOD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51013064327463,"sku":null,"price":340.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/7447\/0183\/files\/2953C7BD-D160-40DB-BAFE-CF743E00CDD1.jpg?v=1770490714","url":"https:\/\/underthehood.co.in\/products\/royal-enfield-140954-contact-set-contact-breaker-points-bullet-350-500","provider":"UNDER THE HOOD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}