1998 F3 blinkers?
Alright, I have owned the bike for awhile now and the blinkers worked barely at first, and now the rear running lights wont even come on. Is their a fuse or something somewhere that might cause this?
Thanks Zach
Thanks Zach
Start with a complete change of the bulbs, themselves.
New ones, that you've done a continuity check on.
The fuse for the lights is in the main block, on the right front edge of the fairing.
Behind a single-screw cover.
Wouldn't hurt to replace all of the fuses, while you're in there.
Shoot some contact-cleaner into the sockets for both bulbs and fuses.
Before you install the bulbs/fuses, coat the base/contacts in di-electric grease.
That will prevent corrosion and ensure good contact for the life of the component.
That's the short answer.
If that doesn't fix the bike, you've still done a cheap, quality upgrade/maintenance.
Next move on to the harness, do all of the connectors and switches.
Just like you did the bulbs and fuses, clean/inspect/grease.
Again, might not fix the problem but it's an essential maintenance,
and definitely worth your time/effort.
While you're doing all of that...inspect/trace the wiring.
Check it over for breaks/frays/heat-sign/kinks/pinch-points/damage, etc.
On to specifics...
The relay for the turn signals is mounted on the main-stay, behind the gauges.
It's a small black box, mounted to the right side, I believe.
Easiest test is to replace it. They are a pretty cheap, generic part.
Most of what I'm recommending is just shop time, not much expense involved.
I know you were hoping for a quickie fix, but the approach I've outlined is
the best way to ensure you correct the problem.
Basically, assure the health of the wiring and connections,
then move on to individual components.
Too often, a minor flaw in the harness, prevents a component from functioning properly.
When you're done, you'll have not only fixed the current problem,
but have eliminated a vast potential for future problems.
Final note, DO NOT ride the bike without operating tail-lights.
Even during daylight, that is (imo) an extremely dangerous condition to subject yourself to.
Hope this helps, Ern
New ones, that you've done a continuity check on.
The fuse for the lights is in the main block, on the right front edge of the fairing.
Behind a single-screw cover.
Wouldn't hurt to replace all of the fuses, while you're in there.
Shoot some contact-cleaner into the sockets for both bulbs and fuses.
Before you install the bulbs/fuses, coat the base/contacts in di-electric grease.
That will prevent corrosion and ensure good contact for the life of the component.
That's the short answer.
If that doesn't fix the bike, you've still done a cheap, quality upgrade/maintenance.
Next move on to the harness, do all of the connectors and switches.
Just like you did the bulbs and fuses, clean/inspect/grease.
Again, might not fix the problem but it's an essential maintenance,
and definitely worth your time/effort.
While you're doing all of that...inspect/trace the wiring.
Check it over for breaks/frays/heat-sign/kinks/pinch-points/damage, etc.
On to specifics...
The relay for the turn signals is mounted on the main-stay, behind the gauges.
It's a small black box, mounted to the right side, I believe.
Easiest test is to replace it. They are a pretty cheap, generic part.
Most of what I'm recommending is just shop time, not much expense involved.
I know you were hoping for a quickie fix, but the approach I've outlined is
the best way to ensure you correct the problem.
Basically, assure the health of the wiring and connections,
then move on to individual components.
Too often, a minor flaw in the harness, prevents a component from functioning properly.
When you're done, you'll have not only fixed the current problem,
but have eliminated a vast potential for future problems.
Final note, DO NOT ride the bike without operating tail-lights.
Even during daylight, that is (imo) an extremely dangerous condition to subject yourself to.
Hope this helps, Ern
Last edited by MadHattr059; Jun 5, 2013 at 06:00 PM.
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