Another upgrade for her first bike!

[@mikeyd6031]

Thanks for the video! Don't you want to be sure to disconnect the ground from the battery so you don't risk shorting out your diode board when removing the front cover? Or have you replaced the diode board with something different?

[@TheBMWGuy]

You are correct, I did remove the battery cable before I removed the front cover. This really isn’t a procedural video than it is my wife and I just having fun together. I have another video I filmed on another R 75 actually going over the step-by-step procedure of installing this exact ignition.

[@oldguzziguy]

Congratulations. What a lovely bike and a great choice.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you! She is enjoying it a lot.

[@jeremysmith9898]

appreciate you and your channel. Very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Save me money on fixing my 2005 r1200gs. Your wife's bike is awesome dude!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you!

[@peterlamont1533]

This is a useful upgrade. Nicely filmed. I fitted what looks like exactly the same system to my R75/6 some years ago and it performs very well. It became necessary to solder all the connections in between sender, controller and pickup - but it is a damp climate here! The pickup did fail one time but it was operational enough, while failing, to get me several miles home. A new pickup was not expensive and was quickly supplied. I now leave the points in situ, already gapped, and carry the mechanical advance ready to insert, if necessary, and also a spare condenser. A bulb circuit can be used at the roadside to set the timing if switching back to the mechanical timing system. Thanks & have a great holiday season!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Great way to be prepared. Happy holidays!

[@erikthie2253]

Hi Laren! It is nice you have a name.

[@lex1945]

Great video again! Wishing you merry x-mas and a happy new year!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you! Merry Christmas

[@mrflores7708]

Am I missing something critical here, or should the battery have been disconnected before removing the front cover, to avoid shorting out the diode board?

[@TheBMWGuy]

It was done, this is just a fun video of my wife and I working on her bike.

[@henrytupper6959]

Have only seen a couple of your videos which are very good tutorials. I just push down on the seat with left hand to relieve load on the latch then push release at same time. Do my own work on 67 R50/2 and 1980 R80/7. I did remove R50 engine and take it to Hexmoto for rebuild and slingers. Have always done carbs by ear but did try a carb stix for a while. By ear is fine for me. Lauren is a keeper, keep her.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thanks, appreciate the compliments!

[@motores2007]

Nice! Thanks for all videos you have made to help us!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Glad they’re helpful!

[@DougMcKenzie-n9r]

How about a complete LED light conversion? Headlight, running lights, turn signals. Less load on the system and brighter / safer lighting

[@TheBMWGuy]

Good suggestion!

[@TIHIR1]

Merry Xmas and thank you for the great content, Im an Oil Head rider, but love these air head videos too ;)

[@TheBMWGuy]

Happy holidays!

[@davidherringgo]

Cool learning about your new bike Lauren. I know zip about vintage airheads. Enjoying learning about them .Always wondered what was behind that big round cover up front on the engine. I removed my rear wheel for the 1st time today to clean it.Pretty easy removal process. I put to much chain spray to lube it on my 1st road trip. Went from Texas to Ohio Bike ran great.. Mine is a 21 F 750 GS.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@ceesklumper]

Nice going, this should help it run as smooth as possible

[@TheBMWGuy]

Most definitely, I’ve done this upgrade on all the bikes that I’ve owned.

[@jimthompson-ru3vn]

If you're going to check the timing, you should explain exactly how you're adjusting the advance.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Check out my other video for a more detailed explanation, this series is more of my wife learning and having fun with her new bike. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGWwdZ2Ki9R1sKs

[@gckshea]

I hope I am not blind am missing it,but which digital ignition kit did you install? Links to your parts site? I have 1976 R75/6. Maybe a tutorial to change out pushrod tube seals, plus all that might consider doing because you're in there anyway... And wiring harness?

[@TheBMWGuy]

Shoot me an e-mail at [e-mail] and I can get you taken care of. Thanks for the ideas!

[@TheBMWGuy]

[e-mail]

[@djparn007]

Thanks, and Merry Christmas. 🎅🏽🎅🏽🎅🏽🤶🏽🤶🏽

[@TheBMWGuy]

Merry Christmas!

[@paulhoughtonhhoughton9188]

Can I ask? have you thought about trying out those upgraded float bowl's? (remove existing floats and replaced with a different float set up which sits in the bowl, rather than held with a pin where it pivots up/down. just wondered your thoughts. thanks

[@gregoryprevost3183]

Why did you remove the breaker points assy? Not necessary with the electronic version you installed which allows you to leave the breaker points alone, as a back-up. All you had to do was disconnect the breaker points from the coils.

[@TheBMWGuy]

I like the clean look and simplicity of just having 1 system

[@33turtles95]

Hi, I looked, but no one seems to mention this. When you do an upgrade like this, could you please mention the items that you’re adding to the bike? For example, brand, model L, and price of the kit that you’re installing?

[@TheBMWGuy]

Yes I need to update my website with this.

[@Mrbumbons1]

She said, “I’ll trust you”. It’s a trap dude. Never fall for that one.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Haha she’s a keeper, I promise

[@larsfiedler9991]

I’ve had those optical sensors go bad on me and left me stranded. Do you think it’s better than well tuned points? I’ve also had that system cut in and out on weaker batteries

[@TheBMWGuy]

I’ve had great success with electronic ignition kits. Points are great when dialed in but this is maintenance free

[@David-sj6dj]

Hey BMW guy I hope you can help me with my 1993 k1100lt . I exchanged the injectors with 4-hole injectors and the bike has never run this good . I also put on new fuel hoses . But now when the bike gets to its operating temperature its starts to hold back, splutter and just run terrible . Do you have any idea what could be wrong ? By the way , i did replace the ignition coils but there was no difference. Greetings from the Netherlands and happy holidays David

[@TheBMWGuy]

Send me an e-mail at [e-mail] and we can chat about what it could be.

[@sidbox]

very nice

[@TheBMWGuy]

Glad you like it!

[@simonchilli2088]

As is common to post, I'm first🤗. Happy Christmas to you both and a great new year🌲🌲

[@TheBMWGuy]

Same to you! Merry Christmas!

[@m.f.m.67]

She's a real beauty (and you're wife pretty 😉too!)

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you!

[@mitchharrison435]

I really enjoy your content. However, sound quality was sub-par on this video. 60 years of riding motorcycles has affected my hearing. Otherwise, looking forward to seeing your next video.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Appreciate the feedback! I have upgraded my mic, I had some audio issues.

[@izoyt]

nice bike, but it wouldn't say tis perfect choice for (girl) starter bike. you need something lighter, less ccm, abs, modern tires /suspension, better lights, sitting position etc.

[@TheBMWGuy]

She can handle it, she ridden a r1200gs that I owned and has been riding a yz450f dirtbike.

[@soraksan321]

You forgot to take the negative battery cable off before removing the front cover. This will short out the diode board...

[@TheBMWGuy]

I did, watch the video again closely. I also made another video covering this procedure in detail. Just a fun video of my wife and I working on her bike.

[@Alastair-b2x]

Amateur Night at the Circus. Content for content sake. Don’t give up your Day Job !!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Don’t be negative.