Correct magneto for 1913 Douglas?

[George Kulisiewicz]

Can anyone tell me the correct magneto that would have been used on a 1913 Douglas… perhaps there was more than one type? I believe the magneto that is on the bike is not correct… I was told a Bosch ZA2 is correct… if anyone can help I greatly appreciate it… also if anyone has pictures of the mag or perhaps even knows where one might be available for purchase. Thank you in advance. George

[cardan]

Hi George,

Yep, Bosch ZA2 [Edit: sorry no idea why I wrote ZE2!] would be correct. What's on it now?

Leon

[George Kulisiewicz]

Hi Leon,
I’m not near the bike at the moment and I forget what type of mag is on it but a very reputable mag guy was able to point out many incorrect features that were botched or made to work with the current mag that is on it… I will try to take a few pictures and post them when I get a chance …

[cardan]

Here's a ZA2, ex Douglas going by the drive gear.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/156182668036

Leon

[Dave]

Some photos from the Ebay listing posted by cardan - BOSCH Magneto Type ZA2 1920’s Vintage Veteran Douglas Motorcycle Huge Blue Spark

[George Kulisiewicz]

Thank you!

[George Kulisiewicz]

I bid on this magneto but unfortunately I didn’t bid high enough… still looking for a good ZA2 if anyone knows of one . Thanks