jimwjarmour
jimmy armour
Hi guys, has anyone got any info on an after market starter relay for my 1977 r100s as usual thanks in advance Jimmy
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aftermarket starter relay
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lmo1131
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Hey Jimmy. Don't know why someone else didn't respond sooner....
Call Motorrad Elektrik and talk to the owner, Rick. He'll help you sort out the part you need.
http://www.motoelekt.com/
Call Motorrad Elektrik and talk to the owner, Rick. He'll help you sort out the part you need.
http://www.motoelekt.com/
Ditto!!!
This place is fantastic to deal with and really helpful for anything electric!!
happy wanderer
Day Dreaming ...
I buy filters and electrical items from Euromotoelectric down in Colorado and find they have good quality replacement items or the same but just not BMW branded. The starter relay is a good example of not haviung "BMW" stamped on a part. This fits 76 to 84 various airheads.
http://www.euromotoelectrics.com/Relay-BMW-61-31-1-243-207-p/rel-207.htm
http://www.euromotoelectrics.com/Relay-BMW-61-31-1-243-207-p/rel-207.htm
godfather
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I have dealt with Rick on seversl occasions. He is very knowledgable and a great help.
jimwjarmour
jimmy armour
thanks all
Thanks all, for your replies, I have also dealt with EME moto electrics, including a gear reduction starter (made in china) and is doing a good job this last few years, I was told I should have installed a higher grade starter relay, due to higher draw, and they all seemed to be 30 amp, that what is installed, so I removed the cover and could see no signs of overheating, so cleaned it up inc contact tips, and reinstalled.with heat sink grease,so all should be well for the riding season, thank you all once again, Jimmy
Thanks all, for your replies, I have also dealt with EME moto electrics, including a gear reduction starter (made in china) and is doing a good job this last few years, I was told I should have installed a higher grade starter relay, due to higher draw, and they all seemed to be 30 amp, that what is installed, so I removed the cover and could see no signs of overheating, so cleaned it up inc contact tips, and reinstalled.with heat sink grease,so all should be well for the riding season, thank you all once again, Jimmy
happy wanderer
Day Dreaming ...
Thanks all, for your replies, I have also dealt with EME moto electrics, including a gear reduction starter (made in china) and is doing a good job this last few years, I was told I should have installed a higher grade starter relay, due to higher draw, and they all seemed to be 30 amp, that what is installed, so I removed the cover and could see no signs of overheating, so cleaned it up inc contact tips, and reinstalled.with heat sink grease,so all should be well for the riding season, thank you all once again, Jimmy
Glad you are up and running. One question though... Where and why would you use heat sink grease (paste?) on a starter relay? Are you confusing it with the ignition module mounted nearby?
A word of caution; I've had limited success with cleaning up (sanding or filing) point contacts or relay contacts and having them last any length of time. Usually when they get worn enough to arc etc. it's advisable to replace it or at least make sure you carry one as a spare.
jimwjarmour
jimmy armour
thanks for the concern
Hello, I used the paste on the connections spade terminals, and your right not to emery the contact tips , I just cleaned it all up as there was no sign of overheating,I also have a spare under the seat, so all seems well ,except the snow has returned to south west Ontario, oh well! thanks again Jimmy
Hello, I used the paste on the connections spade terminals, and your right not to emery the contact tips , I just cleaned it all up as there was no sign of overheating,I also have a spare under the seat, so all seems well ,except the snow has returned to south west Ontario, oh well! thanks again Jimmy
