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No matter what I do. Key off, self-cancel unit unplugged, flasher unplugged. I got a gently used left control from an '83 thinking my turn signal device was shot, but same thing. The left signal will not work at all.
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"Galaxy" 1982 XJ1100J, 1983 XV handlebars, new fusebox, homemade SS wind screen and SS muffler heat shields, homemade grab bar extension and luggage rack. XS750 140 mph speedo, '81 Venture oil cooler, V-Max ACCT, Yahman YICS Eliminator, 1st and 2nd gear Dremel fix. -
I don't know if the XJ is the same as the XS. The XS11 switch benefits with a good cleaning. I am speaking of the switch assembly on the handle bar.Originally posted by XJkid View PostSkids (Sid Hansen)
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Figured it out
The hazard switch decals are worn off, and I did not realize my hazards were on, and the left side is not working. They have never worked before at all and I didn't even consider them as a culprit.I don't know why they started working now."Galaxy" 1982 XJ1100J, 1983 XV handlebars, new fusebox, homemade SS wind screen and SS muffler heat shields, homemade grab bar extension and luggage rack. XS750 140 mph speedo, '81 Venture oil cooler, V-Max ACCT, Yahman YICS Eliminator, 1st and 2nd gear Dremel fix.Comment
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So, you are saying you found the issue?Skids (Sid Hansen)
Down to one 1978 E. Stock air box with K&N filter, 81H pipes and carbs, 8500 feet elevation.Comment
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4 Way Hazard Switch
That 4 way switch can be tough to repair....
I've tried to repair mine and the copper contacts were corroded almost to nothing...
I tried to re-solder them but the wires were corroded too. I did have some luck but it didn't last...If I wiggle the switch in and out of the "on-off", sometimes they work.
As they are rarely used...I put that project on "forever hold"...
Unless you can find an NOS handlebar switch, don't worry.
Just my thoughts...
TenormanBikes that I have owned and enjoyed...
1964 Allstate 250
1970 Yamaha DT1
1959 Mobylette
1970 Yamaha JT1
1995 Suzuki 80
1978 Yamaha XS650
1980 Yamaha XS1100LG
2005 BMW R1150RComment
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Yes, I figured it out
I figured it out. It is a hazard switch problem, not a turn switch problem. The hazards were on and I didn't realize it. The left side of the hazards were not working, leading me to believe it was a turn signal problem. As Tenorman said, it is put on the "Someday, if ever" list. Some newer bikes don't even have hazards.
Thanx for the input.Last edited by XJkid; 05-14-2018, 01:25 PM."Galaxy" 1982 XJ1100J, 1983 XV handlebars, new fusebox, homemade SS wind screen and SS muffler heat shields, homemade grab bar extension and luggage rack. XS750 140 mph speedo, '81 Venture oil cooler, V-Max ACCT, Yahman YICS Eliminator, 1st and 2nd gear Dremel fix.Comment
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