i have a quick question for you guys,i have a 93 fxdwg and my brake light does not come on when i press the rear break,i have forward controls on it.the brake light works when i use my front brake though...any ideas is there a fuse for that or a switch that needs replacing..or is that what its supposed to do...:eam
brake light trouble
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There's a switch that is inline for the rear brakes. Start at the rear caliper and work forward along the line. You'll find it up forward by the trans. Pick up a new one after crossing the two wires that are on the switch to see if the light comes on as a test for a bad switch, then if it's the switch unscrew it and replace it with the new one and bleed the brakes.
good i will check it out in the morning i just noticed it today..i have put about 500 miles on it since i got it.i always use both brakes anyways but i still what to fix it asap..because it will drive my nuts.me knowing there is something not working..i will have it fixed in the morning i will let you guys know ...thanks again guys...you guys are better than a service manual
Is that better regarding info, or just plain better looking...we are okay with either! The other cause of brake light common problem is the wiring that goes underneath the fender within a metal channel/clip that can sometimes "chafe" or cut open the wire between the switch and the tail light, so if you have a good flashlight and continuity checker or DMM it will help...ALONG with a good manual $60 at your local HD dealer...it is worth the price of admission as money well spent. But maybe this link will help:
http://www.hdtimeline.com/electrical_and_lighting_systems/742-wiring_diagrams_online.html
The other cause of brake light common problem is the wiring that goes underneath the fender within a metal channel/clip that can sometimes "chafe" or cut open the wire between the switch and the tail light, so if you have a good flashlight and continuity checker or DMM it will help...ALONG with a good manual $60 at your local HD dealer...it is worth the price of admission as money well spent. But maybe this link will help:http://www.hdtimeline.com/electrical_and_lighting_systems/742-wiring_diagrams_online.html
got it working today it was the switch,put a new one on and changed brake pads on front and rear also ,and bled them ,then took her for a 65 miles ride...50 degrees but that wind is strong this time of year 20 to 30 mph today .blows you all around...alot when you pass a oncoming semi. thanks again guys.ride on