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by chris55
Thu May 13, 2021 4:41 am
Forum: Classic 1955-1969
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 8
Views: 8887

Re: Contactless ignition system?

Great information and picture link, Kurt! I have new spark plugs, points and condenser, and still no joy of a spark, mmm! I will recheck everything today, as I am sure it could be something simple, like a short to ground. I have run my R60/2 1968 12 volt without a battery for many years with no prob...
by chris55
Wed May 12, 2021 1:23 pm
Forum: Classic 1955-1969
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 8
Views: 8887

Re: Contactless ignition system?

Yes my R60/2 1968 12volt still has the condenser and points ignition! I have now new points and a new condenser! Still no spark at plugs. Could somebody tell me the exact placing of the wires on the points, as I may have connected them wrongly? It should start without a battery, as it has magneto ig...
by chris55
Fri Apr 30, 2021 5:19 am
Forum: Classic 1955-1969
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 8
Views: 8887

Re: Contactless ignition system?

Uli’s say that the system is for 6 volt only, which leaves me not being able to use it, as my BM is 12 volt.
Thanks for your reply, so it looks like I will have to stick with the original, points and condenser for now,
If I can get hold of the parts?
Many thanks
Chris.....
by chris55
Thu Apr 29, 2021 10:30 am
Forum: Classic 1955-1969
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 8
Views: 8887

Contactless ignition system?

Sorry I posted my question on the wrong forum! I own a BMW R60/2 1968 12 volt ex Swedish police bike. I live in Norway and it has become rather difficult to obtain spare parts. My bike has been off the road for 5 years, and it is time to get it up and running again! I have no spark at the plugs at a...
by chris55
Thu Apr 29, 2021 9:55 am
Forum: Classic 1955-1969
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 8
Views: 8887

Contactless ignition system?

Greetings all, and I must say it is good to be back on this wonderful site! My BMW R60/2 1968 12 volt model, has been off the road now for the last 5 years. High time to get it up and running again. I live in Norway and it is difficult obtaining spare parts. I have no spark at the plugs what so ever...
by chris55
Thu Apr 29, 2021 9:49 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Contactless ignition system?
Replies: 1
Views: 511

Contactless ignition system?

Greetings all, and I must say it is good to be back on this wonderful site! My BMW R60/2 1968 12 volt model, has been off the road now for the last 5 years. High time to get it up and running again. I live in Norway and it is difficult obtaining spare parts. I have no spark at the plugs what so ever...