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by cncltd1973
Wed Jan 18, 2012 10:48 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: r1200 solo seat on /5
Replies: 4
Views: 947

r1200 solo seat on /5

Has anyone retro fitted more recent bmw seats onto the /5? These specific examples come from the 2000 r1200. I'm sure I'll have to make a custom adaptor, but I'm very tempted. The rear passenger seat has a cafe look, and a roundel on the rear. The tall comfort seat looks like it would fit the style ...
by cncltd1973
Sun Jan 15, 2012 10:08 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: running without battery?
Replies: 16
Views: 4718

Re: running without battery?

I just ordered the Ballistic Evo2 8 cell battery. The dimensions should fit under the tank, behind the coils. And with 275CCA, I won't be kickstarting anymore. Will post again with the final result, Thanks for the input.
by cncltd1973
Sat Jan 14, 2012 2:20 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: running without battery?
Replies: 16
Views: 4718

Re: running without battery?

I found this this lithium 4 cell battery, used in scooters and tested up to 1800cc. It's 2x2x3.25" and might fit at the end of the ignition coils and hide entirely, but I haven't measured it yet. http://www.amazon.com/BALLISTIC-PERFORM ... B005WXPUDW
by cncltd1973
Fri Jan 13, 2012 10:19 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: running without battery?
Replies: 16
Views: 4718

running without battery?

I've been searching for someone who's addressed this issue, but haven't come across anything. My 75/5 kickstarts easily, my battery isn't worth anything, and besides, I think the bike looks better without the chrome covers and battery. So is it possible to wire without the battery?