Headlight problem

kawiman · 11-12-2007, 01:45 PM

Just noticed my headlight doesnt come on when I turn the switch on. Also only 1 light on the lightbar. When I crank the bike the main headlight comes on and the 1 light on light bar. But the other light on light bar never comes on.

Anyone had this problem ? Any suggestions?

Tim

11-12-2007, 02:18 PM

Headlight does not come on until motor starts.......that's the way Kaw wired the bike. Otherwise, bulb is burned out in light bar.

**trip** · 11-12-2007, 02:26 PM

RamMan is right.....your Nomad is wired to allow the headlight to come on only when the engines starts.

As far as your light on the lightbar, bulb is probably burned out.

dogdoc · 11-12-2007, 02:27 PM

I agree probably a burnt out spot filament. if a Cobra they can be bought through any Honda dealer or intenet about $8-9 each buy a few.

**Top Cat** · 11-12-2007, 04:22 PM

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RamMan is right.....your Nomad is wired to allow the headlight to come on only when the engines starts.

As far as your light on the lightbar, bulb is probably burned out.

Sorry Trip but I have to dissagree on the first part of this post. I can just tap my starter button and not start the engine and my headlite and lightbar lights will come on. Or do I have a unique bike?
I agree with second part of answer.

dano · 11-12-2007, 04:36 PM

Mine don't come on and neither did 1600 Classic. I was told it was for cold weather starting. Never paid that much attention to it after that.
Ride safe,
Dano

**Top Cat** · 11-12-2007, 04:46 PM

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Mine don't come on and neither did 1600 Classic. I was told it was for cold weather starting. Never paid that much attention to it after that.
Ride safe,
Dano

What?

**trip** · 11-12-2007, 04:59 PM

I was under the impression that it was to save battery power while starting. If it takes a while to get it started, if the headlight comes on it will drain your battery quicker. Just my 2 centavos worth.

cactusjack · 11-12-2007, 07:09 PM

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I was under the impression that it was to save battery power while starting. If it takes a while to get it started, if the headlight comes on it will drain your battery quicker. Just my 2 centavos worth.

I concur. That's how the Kawasaki technician that did my delivery checklist explained it to me.

dogdoc · 11-13-2007, 03:19 PM

My cobra spots come on first when i turn the key on but headlight doesn't light up till she fires over. Due to earlier explained reason. Normal.

jayc · 11-13-2007, 07:58 PM

Cobras come on with key. Once the starter buttons pushed, whether the bike starts or not, the head light will come on.

11-12-2007, 01:45 PM	#1
kawiman Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 150	Headlight problem Just noticed my headlight doesnt come on when I turn the switch on. Also only 1 light on the lightbar. When I crank the bike the main headlight comes on and the 1 light on light bar. But the other light on light bar never comes on. Anyone had this problem ? Any suggestions? Tim Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-12-2007, 02:18 PM	#2
Guest Posts: n/a	Headlight problem Headlight does not come on until motor starts.......that's the way Kaw wired the bike. Otherwise, bulb is burned out in light bar.
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11-12-2007, 02:26 PM	#3
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Headlight problem RamMan is right.....your Nomad is wired to allow the headlight to come on only when the engines starts. As far as your light on the lightbar, bulb is probably burned out. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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11-12-2007, 02:27 PM	#4
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Headlight problem I agree probably a burnt out spot filament. if a Cobra they can be bought through any Honda dealer or intenet about $8-9 each buy a few.
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11-12-2007, 04:36 PM	#6
dano Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: East TN Posts: 282	Headlight problem Mine don't come on and neither did 1600 Classic. I was told it was for cold weather starting. Never paid that much attention to it after that. Ride safe, Dano
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11-12-2007, 04:59 PM	#8
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Headlight problem I was under the impression that it was to save battery power while starting. If it takes a while to get it started, if the headlight comes on it will drain your battery quicker. Just my 2 centavos worth. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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11-13-2007, 03:19 PM	#10
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Headlight problem My cobra spots come on first when i turn the key on but headlight doesn't light up till she fires over. Due to earlier explained reason. Normal.
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11-13-2007, 07:58 PM	#11
jayc Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bristol, CT Posts: 523	Headlight problem Cobras come on with key. Once the starter buttons pushed, whether the bike starts or not, the head light will come on. __________________ 2005 Black/Silver Nomad "Kaw Cow" (sold) 2012 Candy Lime Green Vaquero the "Hulk" 2007 Road King Peace Makers LEMC
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