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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 02:57 PM
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Hey guys newbie to the site I have a 2003 road king classic when I put ignition switch in the accessory position the tail light is on but not the headlight is this normal???
 
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by RoadKing Daddy
Hey guys newbie to the site I have a 2003 road king classic when I put ignition switch in the accessory position the tail light is on but not the headlight is this normal???
Sounds right. Unless you have the new harness that allows the running lamps to stay on with the high beam.
 
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My bike is older than yours. I think you can lock the switch in that position, like a parking light? If so you don't want to leave the headlight on burning for long!
 
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