tallpaul
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It's all good. I work in machine tools, so a solenoid means something else to me. I just wanted to be sure on your description.
Sam have you remained problem free since replacing the relay Almost a month ago?I used the term because it's a solenoid type relay, perhaps it's not a word used much anymore. It's because it uses a solenoid to close the contacts under energisation.
Sorry for the late reply. Ok, so here's what happened, I noticed the relay wasn't releasing so I shook the relay and the problem seemed to subside (for about 20 minutes). I noticed that they problem still remained and that the failure to deenergize only happened with the front brake switch (so not the relay). The back bake switch did not cause a failure to deenergize. This narrowed down there problem to the front brake switch assembly only, as if the relay were bad, the rear brake switch would've caused it to stick also. So what I did to fix the problem was, removed and disassembled the front brake switch assembly. There are two micro switches, the left is the brake switch, the right is the cruise control interrupt. The fault caused is the brake switch not uncontacting before the cruise control interrupt (code 90). I removed the little blue switch boot and sprayed the inside of the brake microswitch with electrical parts cleaner. I put both microswitches back in the assembly and reinstalled. I also used a moldable glue putty to weather seal the assembly. I've ridden the bike 2500 miles since without any fault. Please let me know if this helps, or you have any other questions.Sam have you remained problem free since replacing the relay Almost a month ago?
This has started to happen with me, so tonight I too initially stripped the front switch and upon reassembly and testing discovered that the relay is sometimes slow to "let go" with the fault only seeming to occur when that happens.
Just wanted to follow up with Stefan since he was kind enough to point me in the right direction to do this job. You were right about it being a 'fidelly' job as it requires real patience (and nimble fingers) at times. I really took my time and studied the layout of everything as I went along and even marked with blue tape the spots where I undid something, or loosened (in some cases removed) a tie-wrap. Your advice about the tie-wraps was also helpful. I had also taken a picture of the layout, mostly just under the side cover before getting to work and also used your pictures as a reference.@Scoobynut i just took the covers off mine to take a few pictures. It’s the green/yellow wired connector seen above the battery. It’s a fidelly job but manageable. The left arrow points the route it takes. No need to take the tank off, just loosen the reusable tay-wraps enough.
good luck!
Stefan
Not to get off topic, but a small treat for Stefan for helping me. I notice you seem to be a BSA fan, so I took a photo of the poster I have hanging in my garage. I bought this original BSA poster from 1967 at a rummage or garage sale about twenty years ago for .25 cents. I'm not really into BSAs, but for .25 cents who wouldn't buy this? Enjoy!You are very welcome, that’s what makes a forum a good one. Enjoying the same thing and helping each other.
Stefan
I have a bad habit of rescuing 1960's Yamahas, so I understand your BSA 'habit' very well. I suppose we'd better get back on topic now before we get scolded!Very nice indeed, I own a thunderbolt from ‘73. The last one originally delivered in The Netherlands. Hard work but a joy to ride.
@Scoobynut i just took the covers off mine to take a few pictures. It’s the green/yellow wired connector seen above the battery. It’s a fidelly job but manageable. The left arrow points the route it takes. No need to take the tank off, just loosen the reusable tay-wraps enough.
good luck
Hey, just wanted say thanks to Stefan ! Got my switch installed CC problem fixed & the pics you posted really helped probably saved me hours of frustration, my connector was buried deep behind 3 other ones in that cover had to unplug em all to get to it but all in all a simple fix that could have relly been a pain.
And thanks to the other guys on the forum who take the time to post up & help others out.
LJM