so I just put a set of 12” apes on my 2004 FXSTS. All I did was add extensions to the existing wires and run them through the bars to the stock plugs. I matched wiring colour from top to bottom. Now with everything put back on my brake lights won’t come on with the neither the front lever or foot control. I didnt think anything in the handlebars would affect the rear brake switch. What am I missing? I’m checking with the key turned to the on position but bike not running which I wouldn’t think should make a difference. Thanks in advance for any replies. I haven’t checked fuses yet but I will shortly.

i didn’t shim the front lever when I took it off so I probably did break the switch. I will check the lights here in a few minutes and get back to you. So a broken switch will make the light stay on? Thanks a ton for your reply. I’ll get back to you.

As far as I can see the tip of the switch contacts the lever. Just turned on the power and the taller of the two elements in the brake light is lit while the shorter element isn’t lit.

Checked the fuse too. Can’t remember correctly but the shorter element in the bulb is running and the taller is brake? Fuse for lighting is good. I’m hoping one of my soldered connections isn’t bad cause I’d have to rip it all apart again and re do the connection inside the bar if that’s it.

The foot lever had nothing to do with the bars. The bar wire and foot wire meet under the seat.

Well 1) I’m an idiot and 2) I got it sorted out. I checked the wrong fuse, I checked the lighting fuse when I should’ve checked the accessories fuse. It was blown and now everything works great. I appreciate the help.