The New And Improved Unofficial R65 Forum V2

Technical Discussion => BMW Technical Q&A, Primarily R65 => Topic started by: awaffa2003 on September 08, 2007, 09:10:19 PM

Title: ignition placement
Post by: awaffa2003 on September 08, 2007, 09:10:19 PM

i still cant figure out where to put my ignition switch!!! Jon P was talking about how it could be put in the seat lock, but i need it, i dont want my seat to be able to just lift up, now if i could take out the lock part and still be able to let it close, that would be great. so if someone has done this or had some kind of alternative seat lock, enlighten me ;D

Title: Re: ignition placement
Post by: tagordon on September 23, 2007, 07:53:57 PM

If you don't have a fairing. You may want to check the room in the headlight housing. Also, there is  probably room behind the side covers. Though I would reinforce it with some kind of backing.

Title: Re: ignition placement
Post by: Jon_P on September 23, 2007, 08:02:31 PM

the seat lock place is if you arent using your stock seat and using a cafe style seat that is bolted down. a small tab could be welded on near the side covers. the headlamp bucket is also a good spot. i use a couple of toggle switches and a disc lock. there are alot of things you could do. its a matter of what you can do.

Title: Re: ignition placement
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on September 30, 2007, 03:56:27 AM

I think some folks bypass a key altogether and have a small switch hidden somewhere?