Backfiring and uneven idle

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by roncg41677

Electrical issues are too complex for me. Like when you say replace the switch, which actual physical part are you talking about? The button? The connector? The relay or the whole assembly? I'm really not trying to be a pain, I just don't know.

All you have to fear is fear itself.

You've had the connectors apart once and that's about as complicated as it gets for this problem.

The "switch" only comes as the whole assembly. Look at it for a minute; see where the screws or bolts are that holds it on. Put the stand up (while someone else holds the bike) and notice where the stand contacts the "button".

Disconnect the wires; unbolt the old switch assembly; bolt on the new one. Position it near as posssible the same as old one (if there is any "adjustment" in the mount. Plug the wires back in. Test that the stand pushes the button properly. DONE.

Good idea to use some blue Loctite on the mounting bolts. Failing that, a little dab of enamel paint or nail polish works too. Might want to clean bolts and hole if oily/dirty.

Don't get your shorts all tied up with the details. Just go for it.

OTHER OPTION:
Take it to the Zuki shop. The fix there should run you about $50.