Strange turn signal behavior

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Strange turn signal behavior

19 Apr 2006 20:31
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Last evening all worked well.

Today I ran the bike around the block upon return I noted that my turn signals would not work. Rear lights stay dark, front signals stay on as they should as running lights. Hazards will not work, but I noted that the left turn signal indicator would light when I did try to use the hazards. All bulbs appear to be good upon inspection, I swapped out the flasher relay just in case with no change in the problem. I did have the bike on the charger this morning for a few hours otherwise no other work was performed on the bike. Methinks I have a gremlin at work in the garage. Any thoughts?

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Rob

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19 Apr 2006 21:15 - 03 Dec 2008 19:38
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Re: Strange turn signal behavior

20 Apr 2006 05:08
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Sorry Folks!

Posted this late last night and forgot to include the most basic information.

My 1979 KZ650b is where this problem exists.

~R

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Re: Strange turn signal behavior

20 Apr 2006 06:55
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Would these be stock or aftermarket signals?
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Re: Strange turn signal behavior

20 Apr 2006 07:45
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I had a similar prblem with my KZ 440. Turned out to be corroded ground wires. Don't know if you have checked that but it is a thought.

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Re: (POST MORTEM) Re:Strange turn signal behavior

21 Apr 2006 17:02
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Well here's an update.

The gremlins seem to have departed for greener pastures at least for the time being. Went for a ride yesterday and all worked just dandy.

I tend to agree with Sputnic81 in that this smells like a bad ground. Now I just have to find it. Thanks to all who replied.

BTW these are stock signals.

Rob

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