I'm leaking brake fluid where the switch for the brake light plugs in. Any help appreciated!

 

I'm sure someone with better info will jump in soon, but I seem to remember something about bad brake light switches a couple years ago.

 

As wenterkin said, there was a recall on 09 EGs regarding possible seal failures near the brake switch....check with your dealership if your ride is covered.

Anywho, from you describe, sounds like a seal has popped and needs replaced.

 

I did find a thread about a recall on the switch on 09-11 touring models.
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Harley recall brake light switch

 

Mine went up in smoke on video when I was supposed to be filming my new tail light that I installed on my 09 Road King.

 

so replace it- call the dealer with the VIN, maybe they'll cover it.

if the exhaust is aftermarket you may have a fight on your hands. ( the switch may give up under exposure to high heat- the stock switch could fail when subjected to the heat of a stock exhaust- especially with a catalytic converter)

if ABS the Digital Technician should be plugged in when bleeding. Some guys bleed their ABS bikes at home, but this takes some knowledge.

don't count on having a rear brake when the system is leaking like this

mike

 

Going to the dealer today. Hopefully they have a switch in stock! I'm leaving Saturday for a week trip in the Smokey mountains.