Electronic Ignition

Robert Rush. · Post by **Robert Rush.** » Sat Apr 24, 2004 5:46 pm

Can I fit electronic ignition to my 1959 G12 twin?. Magneto K2F and dynamo (deluxe model bike). If I can, do I want to ?! - Any comments regards ease, cost and where to get one please.
Also, after ten years of running the rebuilt bike, I am afraid I might have fitted the cylinders on the wrong sides. There is a note in the "Workshop Manual" on page 16 which refers to 1960 models and Engine numbers X1994 through X2619 saying there is a 3/32" hole in the cylinder spigot aperture on the drive side only to increase oil supply. Mine is late 1959 (Engine number X1293). Anyone know if I should check this out ? It has always sounded "metallic" when running. Oil has always forced its way out from somewhere on the engine cases - usually dynamo or crankcase joints. I've fitted a non-return valve on the feed pipe, remade dynamo joints and seals, cleaned and refitted oil pumps, etc. without curing the (small) leaks. Bob Rush

lawrence · Post by **lawrence** » Sat Apr 24, 2004 8:32 pm

It's British, you know oil is still circulating if it leaks! ;o)

After ten years sound running I would only take it to bits if I wanted to play with it. Usually I do

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Lawrence [}:)]

bjork · Post by **bjork** » Sat Apr 24, 2004 10:14 pm

Robert, in reply to your first question,Yes you can fit electronic. Have a look at the recent post entitled Boyer Bransden a few days ago. I won't say any more, people think I'm over keen on the topic already!

Merlin · Post by **Merlin** » Sat Apr 24, 2004 11:04 pm

Hi Robert,
Do not wish to be a Ludite but if it aint broken why fix it?[:)]
Stuart

Robert Rush. · Post by **Robert Rush.** » Sun Apr 25, 2004 9:51 am

Stuart, you aren't the Stuart Walker who employed me in 1972 at Hendon to work on gas pipelines are you ?? If so, please say because I've got a lot of baggage to sort out with you !![;)]

As for the topic, thanks for the replies, especially Steve. I won't be ***cking about with the bike (MUCKING) ! It was a knee jerk reaction (and I've sorted that one out now I've adjusted the magnettoy and tappettoy things) from sitting beside it with the workshop manual whilst not able to get out and about on this sunny Saturday since I had forgotten to renew the insurance (a senior moment - probably). I know I should be able to get the drift of what is best for electoronic ignition but having read the topic I still don't know what and where to buy - let alone how much. BMW site is about £60 - £90 and they speak in glowing terms about how lovely it all is. [8)] Hey Ho,

Robert Rush. · Post by **Robert Rush.** » Sun Apr 25, 2004 9:59 am

AND ANOTHER THING - Forgot to say that I've got BB ignition on my Enfield Bullet. No problem - starts first kick (or two) and ruins like a dream . But what I need - want - to know, is where do I get my hands on it for the G12? Can't navigate this Information Highway very well. Apologies all. Been drinking since 2am.

Rohan B. · Post by **Rohan B.** » Wed Apr 28, 2004 7:32 am

Firstly, to fit electronic ignition you'll have to convert your generator and electrical system to 12v. Then have your magneto gutted to take the expensive bits. Some folks love it, others never recover from the expense !!! Genny has to be good to do a lot of night riding - supporting both ignition AND headlight.

BM owners are probably those with points down behind the front wheel - weird place to wriggle down to to set the points - frequently. Bosch electrics are probably already strong enough to support the drain of leccy ignition.

Guess its a slip of the keyboard, but if your Enfield ignition "ruins" (sic) like a dream, then you sure you want to proceed down this path...??

hth,
Rohan.

Merlin · Post by **Merlin** » Wed Apr 28, 2004 11:08 am

Sorry Robert can take the blame for most things but I was working in Cheshire in 72 however with a name like that he must have been an all round good egg[:D][:o)]