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Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 1:40 am Post subject: K100RT, question on some lights

Some time ago, I asked about the persistant red caution light, and it was suggested that the brake light might be corroded. The brake light works just fine, but only when the front brake lever is used - the rear brake pedal doesn't light it.

Also, I'm getting intermittant activity in the forward turn signals - on occasion, I get a soft and steady amber glow, and the signal works just fine. Other times, I get no glow (absence of "running light" effect) while the signal works just fine, still. I'm curious what the proper state of affairs is - should I expect a running light in the forward turn signals, or is that the abnormal state?

And any ideas how to fix the brake light/rear pedal/constant caution light, since the bulb itself is working just fine?

I would be most grateful for any useful information, as I'm in need of a safety inspection, and these things will fail me here in VA.
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Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 1:45 am Post subject:

Oh, and for some reason, I can't get my fog lights working without blowing every fuse it sees. Simple circuit, boom boom boom. Can't figure it out.
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Flying Duck · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 8:21 am Post subject:

The "triangle light" tests four things:

1) The front brake switch

2) The rear brake switch

3) The brake light bulb

4) the tail light bulb

It should go out once you've started the bike and hit both brakes. (Not necessarily at the same time.)

In your case it sounds as though your rear brake switch is kaputski.

Freaky turn signals (and other strange electrical gremlins) are often caused by a dirty starter. Take the starter apart and clean it out.

For the fog lights: Once you've cleaned the starter if it's still happening then trace the wiring and look for a short.
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Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 9:24 am Post subject:

Thanks!
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Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 5:51 pm Post subject:

When you say "starter", do you mean the starter motor for the engine? Or the starter switch in the handlebar?
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Flying Duck · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 5:59 pm Post subject:

Starter motor. Left side. Hiding behind the coils. You need to remove the battery to get to it. Remove the two bolts holding it to the transmission. Wiggle hard on it. They're usually a little stubborn coming out.

To put it back in, put it in place, put a small block of wood on the rear of it and tap the block of wood moderately hard with a hammer to get it reseated. (Or use a rubber mallet.)
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86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
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Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 8:50 pm Post subject:

I'm not doubting you, but this almost sounds like a bad joke setup.

Like old british cars.

"when I turn on the stereo, the wipers come on."

"must be the headlights, then."

Very Happy

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merlin geikie · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 9:07 pm Post subject:

Christopher has a touch of black English humour;

robleyd · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 9:10 pm Post subject:

Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 10:02 pm Post subject:

Well that makes some sense, now, understanding the nature of it.

I was out looking for Alan Funt, just to make sure.

Looks like I need to plan a Saturday for this thing, then. I suppose it wouldn't hurt to check all the bulbs anyway.
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Flying Duck · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 10:24 pm Post subject:

Try the following Google search:

"K75 electrical gremlins"
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

Christopher P. · Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011 11:25 pm Post subject:

Flying Duck · Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 11:42 am Post subject:

Tim (Midland Section) · Posted: Sun Feb 13, 2011 6:53 pm Post subject:

The only Japanese part on the bike AFAIK is the starter Motor (Nippon Denso).
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Flying Duck · Posted: Sun Feb 13, 2011 6:58 pm Post subject:

Tim (Midland Section) · Posted: Sun Feb 13, 2011 7:14 pm Post subject: