VFR brakes lights on high all the time

[Neorion]

Hey all bit of guidance needed.

I had the bike in storage all winter (VFR 800 FI 2000) and have started her up a few times to keep the battery charged etc.

Went round last night to check it before my 1st run this weekend and noticed that the brake lights are staying on full all the time?

I checked the bulbs thinking that one on the filaments might have gone but they are both fine.

Obviously fuses are fine.

I took it up and down the lane and tested the brakes and they are not binding that I can see.

I am thinking something must be sticking but cant think where the switches are that control the brake lights.

can someone help me out? A link to some pics would be great for back and front.

Thanks all
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VFR FI 2000- Shiney Red Thing
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[dobby]

check the wires are still connected to the switch near the front brake lever / not touching eachother

[Kickstart]

Hi

I would suspect a switch is sticking. Will be one for the front and one for the rear brake. Front ones are often operated by a small ball bearing between the lever and switch and these can stick in place. Rears are often operated by a spring between the lever and the switch.

If you disconnect the electrical connection to each in turn you should find out which one is sticking.

All the best

Keith
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[Neorion]

Cheers guys,

Keith I guess to get at the front one I would need to take the front lever off? I need to replace it anyway but my toolbox is lacking man tools, it consists of a few screwdrivers and an assortment of hammers!

and you reckon some WD into the "bit" where the lever presses the um nipple on the handle is ok or should I look at taking that apart?


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VFR FI 2000- Shiney Red Thing
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[Kickstart]

Hi

Bit of WD40 would be the first thing to try.

Tools required to take the lever off will be limited. The bikes tool kit should cover it.

All the best

Keith
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[Neorion]

Great, will give it a go.

Thanks again


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VFR FI 2000- Shiney Red Thing
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