Front stoplamp switch
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Front stoplamp switch
Getting around to fixing somethings I let slide while working on other stuff on the bike. The front brake lever does not return all the way out after being applied. This keeps my stop lamp on until I use a finger to push the lever all the way out. Haven't found an adjustment on the M/cyl or switch. Had it apart while painting inner fairing. Read about damaging the switch while replacing a lever and used a piece of cardboard as described. Its done this since I first bought the bike and I lubed the lever and pivot points when I had it apart but it still would leave the stop lamp on. Hopeing for some suggestions as to what to look for when go after the problem again. Tonight I hope BG Thanks Have a good 1 WP
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Make sure the throttle housing and master cylinder are pressed tight together. If they aren't the light will stay on. You may heve to loosen one or both to accomplish this. That is the only adjustment. If that doesn't work then you will probably have to rebuild the master cylinder.
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I use a hydraulic brake light switch that I get from our local Dealer....no idea who makes them but they are way easier to fit than the stock switch and work a lot better as wear in the brake lever isn't an issue.
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That might be a plan. Do you use this on the front brakes? Trying to figure out where it might go in the lines? Thanks WP
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+1, I'd like to know where you locate it also.
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They make a switch that replaces the banjo bolt. Just goople "banjo bolt brake light switch".
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Found this Looks like a good idea Gonna have to go at the M/Cyl Correct? If ya happen to know is the banjo bolt (at front master cylinder) on this 97 FLHT gonna be 10mm? I do appreciate the help Sir WP
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...B8S153YRH28RXQ
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...B8S153YRH28RXQ
Looks to me like this is the one you'll want. http://www.jpcycles.com/product/240-913