Off Topic - Airhead Turn Signal Relay substitution

[tpfeffer]

I realize this is not the right forum for this question, but also realize many R11 riders graduated from R100's, so here goes.

I just picked up a 1983 R100RS with 24,000 original miles. Nearly perfect condition and for an EXCEPTIONAL price.

 

However, a couple of things need repair. The turn signals won't blink. Each side lights up when the switch is moved, but no flashing. I suspect the turn signal relay is toast. It is in the headlight shell. Rather than pay the outrageous for a BMW part, I was wondering if a NAPA or equivalent 3-prong automotive turn signal relay would work. Any suggestions?

 

Also, is there a Air Head forum for maintenance/parts simular to this BMW Sport Touring forum?

[kioolt]

I used a standard automotive flasher from the local auto parts store on my 82 R100RT with no problems. I believe that I used a 2 prong flasher instead of a 3 prong. I do remember that there was one less prong on the automotive one than was on the BMW one.

[tpfeffer]

Thanks for the tip. I plugged in a 2-prong automotive relay and it worked!

 

Now, where is that Air Head forum? Any suggestions?

[kioolt]

I'm glad I was able to help. If you ever find an airhead forum let me know.

[Boffin]

Thanks for the tip. I plugged in a 2-prong automotive relay and it worked!

 

Now, where is that Air Head forum? Any suggestions?

er, try going up one level to wrenching. there you will see the airheads forum.

 

Cya, Andy

[kioolt]

All I see in the Wrenching Forums is

 

OILHEADS

HEXHEADS

K-BIKES

 

Where exactly is the AIRHEAD forum?

[Boffin]

ooops, wrong DB. We have an airhead forum over at BMRIDER.COM a mainly UK site. Also worth visiting for airheads is The UK BMW Owners club website

 

Sorry for my error.

 

Andy Long