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drainyoo

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Blinkers not blinking
« on: May 02, 2006, 06:40:17 AM »
They just light up but dont blink. What could be the problem? Fuse? Blinker Unit? Switch? I have to get this bike inspected this week so I have to fix this ASAP!
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #1 on: May 02, 2006, 06:42:41 AM »
...are you using aftermarket turn signals???

If so...you need one of these:

http://www.customled.com/PRODUCTS/FLASHER_RELAY/flasher_relay.htm

or this

http://www.customled.com/PRODUCTS/THE_EQUALIZER/the_equalizer.htm

The 2nd link...you need a load equalizer at ever turn signal....so you need 4 of them.....easier to buy the flasher relay.

The old CB mechanical flasher units need a 12v load in order to flash and with the aftermarket low voltage bulbs they dont build enough of a load to make the unit flash. At least this is the way I understand it....being a non-electronic gooru.

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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #2 on: May 02, 2006, 06:55:49 AM »
No they are stock turn signals.
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #3 on: May 02, 2006, 08:05:15 AM »
If just one (front or back) lights up, check for a bad bulb or connection. If both on either side light up but don't blink, replace the flasher relay. They now make electronic flasher relays that just have two connections. I just installed one on my 550 and for less than 10 bucks, they can't be beat....
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #4 on: May 02, 2006, 08:07:58 AM »
Quote from: Jonesy on May 02, 2006, 08:05:15 AM
If just one (front or back) lights up, check for a bad bulb or connection. If both on either side light up but don't blink, replace the flasher relay. They now make electronic flasher relays that just have two connections. I just installed one on my 550 and for less than 10 bucks, they can't be beat....

Thanks. Can I pick up a flasher relay at any parts store?

Also, where is the relay located on the bike?
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #5 on: May 02, 2006, 08:22:49 AM »
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Also, where is the relay located on the bike?

On my 750 it's under the left (as sitting on the bike) side cover.
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #6 on: May 02, 2006, 11:40:54 AM »
Quote from: Bob Wessner on May 02, 2006, 08:22:49 AM
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Also, where is the relay located on the bike?

On my 750 it's under the left (as sitting on the bike) side cover.

Thanks Ill check under there.
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #7 on: May 02, 2006, 12:50:54 PM »
looks like a d-cell battery if that helps at all
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #8 on: May 02, 2006, 01:03:34 PM »
Actually, the original Honda ones were rectangular and marked "SIGNAL STAT".
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #9 on: May 02, 2006, 03:12:08 PM »
Good call! I guess i was reffering to the one from my 650. Didn't know the differed between models. Thanks for the heads up
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #10 on: May 02, 2006, 03:22:17 PM »
check your battery also, if your battery is fried the signals will blink erratically, slowly, or not at all... especially while waiting at a light because the bike is not putting out enough electric at that time without the help of the battery.
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #11 on: May 02, 2006, 06:59:49 PM »
Quote from: heffay on May 02, 2006, 03:22:17 PM
check your battery also, if your battery is fried the signals will blink erratically, slowly, or not at all... especially while waiting at a light because the bike is not putting out enough electric at that time without the help of the battery.

The battery is brand new and seems to be working fine.
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Re: Blinkers not blinking
« Reply #12 on: May 11, 2006, 03:24:06 PM »
Thanks for the link Greg. I just ordered one for the CL.
If it works I'll get another one for the 750
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