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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 04:54 PM
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Hey...I have a front light out on my 2011 Nightster...it will blink for turn signal but won't just light up when keyed or courtesy time...any ideas?
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 04:56 PM
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change the bulb.
 
Old Oct 12, 2013 | 05:03 PM
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Yep, the bulb is dual filament bulb. One filament burned out. Replace bulb.
 
Old Oct 12, 2013 | 05:38 PM
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...yep...color me stupid. I thought I tried switching the bulbs around but I must have not had it in right....thanks again!
 

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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 06:27 PM
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The forum members help again! And no "search it" crap.
 
Old Oct 12, 2013 | 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by HDmikie
Yep, the bulb is dual filament bulb. One filament burned out. Replace bulb.
What he said
 
Old Oct 12, 2013 | 08:21 PM
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There is a forum, HDF I think and although plenty of jerks like myself, plenty of good folks too. Dolt. On wrong forum....
 
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