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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 15
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Switch on Headlamp
Hello Gang,
I just bought this bike last month. The first time I went to look at it, i noticed this strange switch on the headlamp. I thought it was strange place to put a switch (not really easy to reach) but i wasn't really familiar with the particular model or cruisers in general. Well, the switch has a short in it and needs to be replaced, but i was hoping to find out ideas on what the heck it was installed for in the first place. Here is what it does: OFF - Break RUNNING light, rear blinkers and Spedo light OFF ON - Break RUNNING light and SPedo light ON. Rear Blinkers. ** Does not effect Headlamp or rear signals ** ![]() I initially thought that someone installed a Headlight Bypass for better cranking power on start or some kind of modulator but the headlight itself and rear signal lights are un-effected. Thanks in advance! Brad Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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#2 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Tenerife (Spain)
Posts: 3,719
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When you say that the switch has a short. do you mean a short to ground? If you mean that the contacts short together, that's what they're supposed to do when you close the switch.
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#4 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Squamish B.C Canada
Posts: 11,409
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I agree with Blaine. Go back to the stock specs. A previous owner may have had a good reason for adding the switch but turning off any light will affect your safety and the ability for others to see you. The GZ is a small enough target on the road to see without making it less visible to the other guys out there.
A very good habit to get into is doing a complete light check at the beginning of every day that you ride. I do this with both my bike and truck. It only takes a moment or two to make sure your are as visible as possible and may save you from injury or worse. |
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#6 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 15
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Thanks for all the great feedback!!
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