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by Kurt in S.A.
Mon Oct 20, 2025 1:19 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Got a "tiny" charging problem...
Replies: 25
Views: 1810

Re: Got a "tiny" charging problem...

You might have a break in the copper foil that is part of the circuit. Might want to consider opting for the Kat Dash replacement:

https://katdash.com/

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Sun Oct 12, 2025 10:54 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Mono vs twin shock pannier frame fitting?
Replies: 4
Views: 1785

Re: Mono vs twin shock pannier frame fitting?

Twin shock frame vs a mono shock frame? First thought is I doubt it.

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Sun Oct 12, 2025 6:00 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Motogadget Speedometer Setup
Replies: 1
Views: 1557

Re: Motogadget Speedometer Setup

I don't find those parameters having been discussed before on the forum. I googled a few and came up with these websites...maybe some useful info? https://motogadget.helpscoutdocs.com/article/257-motoscope-rpm-is-displayed-incorrectly-not-at-all-or-fluctuates-strongly https://manuals.motogadget.com/...
by Kurt in S.A.
Fri Oct 10, 2025 11:27 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Recommended garage or mechanic .
Replies: 2
Views: 2450

Re: Recommended garage or mechanic .

Welcome! I googled that city name and find one in New York and the United Kingdom, even Canada!!

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Mon Oct 06, 2025 10:19 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R75/5 Fork Oil Level and Amount??
Replies: 4
Views: 6158

Re: R75/5 Fork Oil Level and Amount??

Snowbum lists oil levels in this article:

https://bmwmotorcycletech.info/front-fo ... mounts.htm

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Sun Sep 28, 2025 9:47 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: E5/E10 Petrol
Replies: 6
Views: 6244

Re: E5/E10 Petrol

Are there different burn rates of the flame front with E5 vs E10? Or volatility of the fuel? Could something like that contribute to better running?

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Tue Sep 23, 2025 2:20 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Bing 64/32/3 and 4 problems, springs?
Replies: 3
Views: 6280

Re: Bing 64/32/3 and 4 problems, springs?

According to RealOEM, those springs were only listed for the later models, say 1980-on. Bings manual suggests that same thing, for later version carbs.

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Fri Sep 19, 2025 10:49 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Carbs?
Replies: 4
Views: 7242

Re: Carbs?

Blocked air filter? Torn diaphragms in the carbs?

Kurt
by Kurt in S.A.
Tue Sep 02, 2025 6:16 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 90/6 ignition switch/key, and indicators
Replies: 6
Views: 9942

Re: 90/6 ignition switch/key, and indicators

Did the first year /6 come with the older speedo pod? Originally that light you mention is supposed to be the oil pressure light...it should come on when ignition is engaged and engine not running. The other bulbs in the speedo unit are - @ 30 is the high beam indicator, @ 20 is the neutral light, a...