Hi, Kevin,
I installed the OEM RE electronic ignition on my 2005 RE Bullet Deluxe a
couple of days ago, following the "updated" instruction sheet provided
by you all. I did, however, use a head gauge to set the timing at .8mm
BTDC. It ran fine right out of the box.
However, I found that the engine kill switch had been taken out of
circuit by removing the black/red (blue/white) wire to the old contact
points. Using a multimeter and the wiring diagram in my service manual,
I determined that by removing the red/black wire from the coil VE (-)
and connecting it to the black/red wire previously going to the points,
the bike ran fine and the kill switch was back in the circuit. The brown
wire from the ignition module is the only one connected to VE.
The only thing I haven't been able to determine is whether or not the
timing is "right on". I know I have to turn the timing plate clockwise
or CCW, but how do I know where it's right? Is there a certain sound or
"feel" that I'm looking for? I'd appreciate your input.
Thanks,
Tom