BMW R75 Electronic Ignition Install

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[@OPV17]

installed this kit on mine a few months ago. awesome kit & awesome video

[@67bobster]

Good job, I installed a Silent Hectic system in my BMW R80 years ago, it works perfectly 👍

[@toddmillican1926]

A great solution for bent or broken camshaft noses. I've seen a few that were, and the signals were distorted. It is a good extra step to remove the spark plugs before rotating engine with rotor bolt. Signed BMW technician, BMW airhead shop owner.

[@eric-yy2cq]

Deffo remove the plugs, but truly great vid and i love it how the points are there

[@SPSteve]

Looks like a really easy install! I like that all the original ignition parts stay in place.

[@stevenemartin]

Just ordered this kit, your video gives me confidence on the installation!

[@stanadams8718]

I owned a 1972 R75/5 for 30 years and installed 2 different electronic ignition systems on it. While I was touring in Montana, one side of the electronic ignition failed and I rode it for 60 miles on one cylinder to the nearest BMW dealer. They diagnosed the failed electronic ignition and installed my original points plate and condenser (that I always carried with me) so that I could continue on my trip. I like this newer system as it keeps the points and condenser in situ and makes it very easy to revert back to the OEM ignition system! Excellent video! I love the old Airheads. 😍

[@J_BONDMI5]

Another straightforward, clear and helpful video. Good job. I enjoy watching your instructional videos. Thank you. (nice bike👍)

[@erniemic]

Awesome video! Thank you for making these

[@Keith-rk4td]

Cool idea. I put one on my airhead and it failed only after 1200 miles in the middle of the Desert. No cell phone then. I switched back to points really quickly. It's not hard to adjust the timing and the points.

[@williammoses6460]

In 1975 I ought an add-on transistor framus from JC Whitney. It was mainly a mounting problem. That /5 would light up first kick at 25 degrees f. It was nice to not have to fiddle with the points. And I think the timing didn’t change over time either.

[@jorgitomari]

Great job mate !

[@user-gv3bt5mi3o]

Do a fantastic job from the uk 🇬🇧

[@gastonzukowski4467]

Thank you ..great video. Very dinamic and helpful

[@dorongilad8484]

Super clear instruction.

[@TheBMWGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@smith4010]

Great video, thank you

[@Richard-pe4cx]

this takes me back i had a R80/7 taking the ignition of the cam is so much better if i ever get another BM

[@cdong007]

Thank you for your sharing and detailed demonstration.

[@TheBMWGuy]

You are welcome!

[@tcmits3699]

That looks like a great kit, the fact there's no cutting and could go back so quickly to original is a plus. What was the cost and web site, thanks again 👍

[@rwaz1]

Very good material!

[@TheBMWGuy]

thanks!

[@michaelboyorix]

Awesome video. Thanks for all the useful tips. I have a 94 R80 and it came with bean can and electronic ignition. Would this still be such a noticeable upgrade?

[@macmorgan6685]

Been thinking about doing this to my 77 RS, should be similar.

[@jimm4260]

awesome video thanks! So reading the info in the link, I've got an 83 airhead and would need to change the coils?

[@mikelescarbeau7692]

Thanks!

[@TheBMWGuy]

You bet! Thank you very much for the super thanks

[@scottshafer9813]

Fantastic!

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@demiratmotovlog]

Good job 👍

[@TheBMWGuy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@erniemic]

Is there an electronic ignition/12 volt kit that you can recommend for an R27?

[@tylervosters3234]

Super super

[@getyoursupervisor8519]

Would that work on my 07.80 R100S as easy ? Thanks for your videos btw...really well made and even I understand them...

[@TheBMWGuy]

Yes it will

[@vasilizois2743]

Are you using a timing light with a variable knob/wheel that ranges from 0-60? I have the same ignition on my R100 and I am trying to use the chart that is provided but am confused. I see “S” and “F” (at 3,500rpm) at 6 degrees on the timing wheel, but the chart provided in the instructions shows “F” at 32-34 range. Should the timing light always be set to 0 degrees, or do you change the wheel/dial to different degrees based on what RPM you are revving at?

[@c.markhawkins9382]

Do you have any idea if this is compatible with a high output alternator? I think the 300-400 amp kits.

[@dorongilad8484]

Are you also so good with BMW K bikes?

[@TheBMWGuy]

yes! haha

[@Hodado]

Is the procedure for a /7 the same?

[@TheBMWGuy]

same for all airheads.

[@sidneybolt1099]

Can these kits be fitted to early 1960 models?

[@TheBMWGuy]

sure can!

[@jtdiffen]

The link to your store is broken. Where can we order this electronic ignition? Thanks

[@TheBMWGuy]

bmwpartsguy.com/products/digital-ignition-system-bmw-airhead-with-bosch-alternator-enduralast-sachse-edl-boigns?_pos=1&_psq=digi&_ss=e&_v=1.0

[@TheKapitanPisoar]

I want to order, but the site is not working. Is there another option?

[@Richard-pe4cx]

do you think a twin plug head has any merits

[@TheBMWGuy]

twin spark is a good upgrade!

[@tartantam3405]

Maybe it’s just an English language thing versus American English (is there such a thing??) but adding “super” is super annoying. That aside great video, but I’ll have to try watching it again as I got super distracted the first time.