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**Parr8hed** · 06-15-2005, 06:05 AM

underneath the front master cylinder where the switch plugs in there is a small hole. Get a small screwdriver and stick up in that hole and that releases a tab, just pull the old switch out then. Don't be stupid and just pry with a screwdriver and yank the thing out breaking the tab... (don't ask me how I know about this!)

**seriousjimmy** · 06-15-2005, 06:54 AM

Will give it a try...

Thanx!

SJ

**Parr8hed** · 06-15-2005, 08:40 AM

forgot to tell you, the other end is simply pluged into the wiring harnes about 10 inches down if memory serves me. Just unplug the other end.

**flyingdakota** · 06-15-2005, 09:03 AM

rear bl switch

Hello SJ!

I replaced my bl switch about 2 yrs ago. I got it from the yamaha dealer and it was about 18.00 US. The only problem was is that it stopped working after about 6 mos or so. I may have had a defective switch, dono. but just to let you know they are available for order at your local yama dealer for a reasonable price, you may even find an aftermarket, I haven't really looked, but if you find one let me know.

FD

**seriousjimmy** · 06-15-2005, 10:23 AM

FD:

These switches list for $4 at partsnmore.com.
Haven't contacted them yet to check availability.
May just check out a Yammie dealer [there's one 300 yards from my office] as partsnmore.com has a $30 minimum...just don't need anything else yet...
Will post as I find things out...

Thanx for the tip!

SJ

**seriousjimmy** · 06-15-2005, 10:26 AM

Travis:

Wanted to give a shout out to you too.
The 'small screwdriver to release the switch' worked like a whole box of charms. Will have time later today to check out the connections for corrosion and what-not.

Thanks again!!!

SJ

**TopCatGr58** · 06-15-2005, 06:44 PM

Hey there SJ,

Glad you got the switch out safely! If you'll check out the tech tips, you'll find lots of info on repairs, maintainance, links to supplies, etc.. There's a post, might be in MISC., about what tools to carry on a trip, and I think there's even a photo showing the OEM tool kit. There's a small triangular space under the left side cover, behind the battery, that's where the OEM tool kit is placed....kinda small area, that's why many folks like saddle bags for Long Distance Rides!!!

T.C.

**Parr8hed** · 06-16-2005, 05:34 AM

glad that my errors can help you!

**wildbill** · 06-16-2005, 04:06 PM

Originally posted by seriousjimmy
Travis:

Wanted to give a shout out to you too.
The 'small screwdriver to release the switch' worked like a whole box of charms. Will have time later today to check out the connections for corrosion and what-not.

Thanks again!!!

SJ

You could try WD-40 or contact cleaner on the button part. The front brake switch the button must go all the way out for it to work. Might just have some build up of crud somewhere. Make sure the connections are clean and tight. Hope this helps.

**flyingdakota** · 07-30-2005, 11:07 AM

brake light switch

Hey Guys,
Just some useless info for ya'll. I took apart my switch to "see why" it failed. It has these very thin copper connectors that close the circuit and one was completely disolved from the corrosion that was running rampet inside it. my switch was probably not even 2 yrs old. I havn't thought of a solution yet, but if a guy could seal it up with out screwing up the switch, it may be something to think about. I would like to design a replacment, anybody have any suggestions?

Keep it out of the ditch!

Tim

**DiverRay** · 08-01-2005, 04:21 PM

what if you put a "ring" of marine or synthetic grease around the button?
It should keep it sealed without shorting it. You could probably get six years out of it!

**fxrer** · 08-01-2005, 08:42 PM

For $4 you can get an exact replacement, with wires, from PNM. part no 12-0044

Hardly seems worth F***ing with the old one?

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