front brake switch

JTJL · 05-10-2015, 03:01 AM

Need some help with my front brake switch. Best way to clean it! Sometimes my light will work while others it will not when applying front brake. Light always works when using rear, that is what makes me think it is the switch.

Thanks

**ringadingh** · 05-10-2015, 05:46 AM

I use a contact cleaner spray, and an old toothbrush.It usually works for me.

captj3 · 05-10-2015, 10:06 AM

Use a contact spray cleaner only. Don't use one that is a cleaner and lubricant. There is a small hole by the switches on the bottom. I usually spray it in there. I don't see how you can get a tooth brush into the micro switches to clean them better. I've had the same problem with my bike. Funny how it's the top switch and the one for the rear brake. If it persists then have the dealer replace it under warranty or if you out of warranty it will cost around $40 for a new switch.

JTJL · 05-14-2015, 06:55 PM

So bad switch is what it turned out to be. Part ordered and will be replaced under warranty.

Thanks for the replies.

CBO Vaquero · 05-14-2015, 08:20 PM

When I purchased my bike new there was a note hanging on the bike that said "replace front brake switch" they told me it was bad right out of the crate.

TX1700 · 05-14-2015, 08:51 PM

Just had the same happen yesterday! I used spray contact cleaner and sprayed it in the two holes that are in the bottom of the switch and work the brake handle while it is still wet. It took a second shot of the clean the next day to get it clean. Then I blew air in the switch until it was good and dry. The only access to the contacts is in one hole so you could burnish the contacts of it, but it is for the cruise control. You can't get to the brake light contacts. My is still under warranty, but I will fix small things if it means I don't let a tech touch the bike.

TX1700 · 05-16-2015, 01:53 PM

Well that was short lived. The switch just lasted about an half hour ride and a hand full of stops and it isn't working again. Time to go to the shop! What's the odds of them having the switch in stock?

Duc796canada · 05-16-2015, 11:16 PM

Good to know. I usually do a pre flight while it is warming up. I will keep an eye on it. Thanks

Cartman_tp · 10-02-2017, 06:30 AM

Just noticed mine isn't working...never had this issue on my 1600

redjay · 10-02-2017, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TX1700

Well that was short lived. The switch just lasted about an half hour ride and a hand full of stops and it isn't working again. Time to go to the shop! What's the odds of them having the switch in stock?

Slim to none.

Cartman_tp · 10-04-2017, 08:08 PM

Tried the contact spray, no joy. Decided prior to removing switch I would play around with wire connection. That resolved the issue, just throwing this out.

05-10-2015, 03:01 AM	#1
JTJL Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 43	front brake switch Need some help with my front brake switch. Best way to clean it! Sometimes my light will work while others it will not when applying front brake. Light always works when using rear, that is what makes me think it is the switch. Thanks __________________ 2012 Vaquero Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-10-2015, 05:46 AM	#2
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	I use a contact cleaner spray, and an old toothbrush.It usually works for me. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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05-10-2015, 10:06 AM	#3
captj3 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 309	Use a contact spray cleaner only. Don't use one that is a cleaner and lubricant. There is a small hole by the switches on the bottom. I usually spray it in there. I don't see how you can get a tooth brush into the micro switches to clean them better. I've had the same problem with my bike. Funny how it's the top switch and the one for the rear brake. If it persists then have the dealer replace it under warranty or if you out of warranty it will cost around $40 for a new switch. __________________ 2012 Vaquero 1700 Nomad (Deceased) Cobra Tri-Ovals Racnrays Invention (Throttle Mod) Ivan's flash Thunder Tornado Big Air Kit
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05-14-2015, 06:55 PM	#4
JTJL Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 43	So bad switch is what it turned out to be. Part ordered and will be replaced under warranty. Thanks for the replies. __________________ 2012 Vaquero
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05-14-2015, 08:20 PM	#5
CBO Vaquero Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Preble county Ohio Posts: 259	When I purchased my bike new there was a note hanging on the bike that said "replace front brake switch" they told me it was bad right out of the crate. __________________ My new ride.... 2015 Honda F6B Deluxe Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-14-2015, 08:51 PM	#6
TX1700 Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 128	Just had the same happen yesterday! I used spray contact cleaner and sprayed it in the two holes that are in the bottom of the switch and work the brake handle while it is still wet. It took a second shot of the clean the next day to get it clean. Then I blew air in the switch until it was good and dry. The only access to the contacts is in one hole so you could burnish the contacts of it, but it is for the cruise control. You can't get to the brake light contacts. My is still under warranty, but I will fix small things if it means I don't let a tech touch the bike. __________________ TX1700 on VBA plunge on Texas VROC VROC #36447 VBA #02703 Ivan's reflash 2013 Vulcan Voyager ABS 2002 Road Star (sold)
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05-16-2015, 01:53 PM	#7
TX1700 Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 128	Well that was short lived. The switch just lasted about an half hour ride and a hand full of stops and it isn't working again. Time to go to the shop! What's the odds of them having the switch in stock? __________________ TX1700 on VBA plunge on Texas VROC VROC #36447 VBA #02703 Ivan's reflash 2013 Vulcan Voyager ABS 2002 Road Star (sold)
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05-16-2015, 11:16 PM	#8
Duc796canada Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 146	Good to know. I usually do a pre flight while it is warming up. I will keep an eye on it. Thanks __________________ 2014 Vaquero SE Cirius engine guard lights Vizi-Tec Supa-brake II Afterburner 4500LM LED headlamp Ivan's Performance 12 VDC plug-in BAK Thunder mfg. Cobra Tri-Flo 2011 Ducati Monster 796 2006 GSXR 600 (track bike)
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10-02-2017, 06:30 AM	#9
Cartman_tp Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 39	Just noticed mine isn't working...never had this issue on my 1600
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10-04-2017, 08:08 PM	#11
Cartman_tp Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 39	Tried the contact spray, no joy. Decided prior to removing switch I would play around with wire connection. That resolved the issue, just throwing this out.
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