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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 09:41 AM
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My brake light works only with the bar level but not with the foot pedal, any advice?
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 10:05 AM
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Check fuses, check the two connections on the rear brake switch making sure they are on right (you can even test them with a 12volt meter to see if you have power) always check the obvious first. The switch is located on the right side of the bike against the frame near the exhaust. Hope this helps.
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 11:01 AM
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Thank you very much.
 
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I would check power at the orange wire I believe to the rear switch as posted above. If you have power, you'll need to replace switch.
 
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