Installing an Electronic Ignition

Follow along with this guide to installing an electronic ignition on a GS750.

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by Keith Fellenstein
Our full kit for the upgrade includes new coils from Rick’s Motorsport in addition to the ignition kit from Elektronik Sachse. Elektronic Sachse makes ignition kits for many vintage motorcycles. Rick’s has coils to replace most vintage bike ignition coils.

Our project this issue is upgrading the ignition system on a 1977 Suzuki GS750 from points to Elektronik Sachse solid state ignition. Once done, we won’t have to worry about points and condensers any more and can just enjoy riding. This project is relatively simple, as you don’t have to disassemble anything more than the points assembly. A good set of metric wrenches and JIS screwdrivers are all you need to complete the project, along with wire crimpers and strippers, and some zip ties. — Keith Fellenstein

1. Our subject bike is up on the lift. It currently still sports the original-style points ignition. Not for long!

2. After disconnecting the battery, we’ll start the process by removing the points cover. Three Phillips type screws hold the cover on. This is a dry assembly, there should be no oil or fluid inside it.

  • Published on Feb 3, 2021
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