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Hi, on my 1980 RS it came complete with the original early krauser panniers with the roung BMW badge on the lids. They are open but i have no keys. The locks say Sundhaus Locking system. Is there any way that i can obtain the associated key number which will hopefully be stamped on the locks somewhe...

Thanks Barry, i am now convinced that i need to go down the same route as yourself and leave me with the additional back up facility of reverting to points. Nearly all my mileage nowadays is long distance continental touring so that aspect is a BIG plus for me.

Darryl

Many thanks Roy. That sounds like good advice. Out of the 2 Boyer systems mentioned which one would YOU go for for my RS where the cost is not the deciding factor.

Cheers Darryl

Thanks Stephen, i had a feeling that this BMW elec ign would not be a simple plug and play so will see what i can find aftermarket wise.

Darryl

Hi, i have a 1980 R100RS and eventually would like to convert to electronic ignition . I understand my bike will currently have the bean can points set up. Question:= Can the below, complete set up, be EASILY fitted to my bike or would i be better off buying an aftermarket add on ignition unit. If s...

Bought It!!!! Condition is really wonderful but obviously as it has stood for a quite a while i have made a start overhauling the brakes, then once i know i can stop i will fit a new battery and get the fuel system cleaned out and get her running. Will post some pictures when i am a bit further down...

Take the spark plugs out, put the bike in 5th gear and then see if the engine will turn over when the bike is pushed.

Taking the plugs out will make this task MUCH easier!!!!


I have a n awful feeling that you may have cooked the motor.

Darryl

Thanks Guy's i have agreed to buy it on Monday subject to viewing in the flesh but don't anticipate a problem as the high res photos of it have allowed me to study it carefully. It's been stored for a few years so will need oil and filters, fresh brake fluid and a battery but other than that it shou...

From reading your post, It seems you do not have the 83 RS anymore. In that case, I think the 80, if the price is right, would be a good bike. The brakes are NOT THAT bad...as Moose notes. Sometimes a few little mods can make a LOT of difference. My 78 R100s benefitted a lot from going to the St-St...

Hi, i have been offered a very nice 1980 BMW R100RS which has covered 55,000 miles and is in really lovely condition. i understand this will have the ATE front brakes, heavy flywheel and NON Nikasil Barrels etc. I have previously owned an 83 RS which had the Brembo brakes and Nikasil Barrels etc and...