Boyer Bransden?

[Old-Nail]

Hi all,

Having owned my A65 for all of two weeks I am considering the fitting of electronic ignition to aid starting which is usually a four or more kick affair.

I've read much about Boyer Bransden being the typical system fitted so I'll go with that unless anyone can tell me a better one?
 
Also, as yet I am pretty hopeless with all things mechanical (or electrical and so on a very steep learning curve!) could anyone recommend a dealer or knowledgeable BSA fettler in the north west UK who could fit it for me?

I live 10 miles south of Preston in Lancashire.

[Old-Nail]

Ok. I've been given the name of a dealer in Liverpool that can carry out the work, they also sell solid state rectifiers, so can anyone recommend the fitting of one of those with the Boyer set-up?

What I suppose I'm asking is what would be the noticeable benefit in every day usage?

[L.A.B.]

they also sell solid state rectifiers, so can anyone recommend the fitting of one of those with the Boyer set-up?

There should be no problem at all using one of the more modern Reg/Rec control boxes with a Boyer Bransden ignition system and Boyers do make their own units called 'Power Box' http://www.boyerbransden.com/html/power_boxes.html

Also Sparx and Podtronic units would be suitable.

What I suppose I'm asking is what would be the noticeable benefit in every day usage?

Which Boyer ignition system version do you intend to fit?

Micro Mk 3?
Micro-Digital?
Micro-Power?

There are also various other ignition systems available now that are worth considering, like the Pazon, Sparx and Tri-Spark kits.

[Old-Nail]

Hi,

I'm open to recommendations as to which model/set up or even manufacturer, I have read in CBG and others that Boyer was a typical and sensible mod carried out by those seeking easier starting and lower maintenance... that'll be me then  

[L.A.B.]

I'm open to recommendations as to which model/set up or even manufacturer, I have read in CBG and others that Boyer was a typical and sensible mod carried out by those seeking easier starting and lower maintenance... that'll be me then

Basically, once fitted and set then any of these systems should need no maintenance (except maybe the occasional check of the wiring terminals?) and I have used the Boyer Micro Mk3 and Micro-Digital units over the last 20 years (Mk3) now without an electronic box failure.
The Micro Mk3 analogue unit is now becoming a bit long in the tooth, but is relatively cheap and should still give good service, although personally I'd go for the slightly more expensive Micro-Digital unit if I was choosing another Boyer.
The Boyer unit's operation (especially starting) can be affected by low voltage more than some of the more modern systems like Pazon or Tri-Spark which also use less power but of course the price is generally higher for the digital versions (Pazon digital - £230+ for example) so cost of course could be a consideration? The price of the analogue Pazon being reasonable.

http://www.boyerbransden.com/index.html

http://www.pazon.com/

http://www.trispark.com.au/index.htm

http://www.sparxelectrical.com/

(all types available from UK suppliers)