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
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- Mon Oct 20, 2025 1:19 pm
- Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
- Topic: Got a "tiny" charging problem...
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1810
- 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
Kurt
- 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/...
- 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
Kurt
- 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
https://bmwmotorcycletech.info/front-fo ... mounts.htm
Kurt
- 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
Kurt
- 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
Kurt
- 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
Kurt
- 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...
- Sun Aug 31, 2025 6:11 am
- Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
- Topic: 1982 BMW R100RT - Difficulty removing Spark Plug Wires from Coils.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7338