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Rear turn signal lights - Sonnyboy_imp - 09-10-2017
Dumb question, but I'm new to riding. I just purchased a 2014 standard cb1100. I noticed that the front signal lights are always illuminated and get brighter when signaling. However, the rear yellow turn lights are not continuously illuminated but go on only when signaling. Is this normal or do I have a blown fuse or something? Thanks!
RE: Rear turn signal lights - Retsel_imp - 09-10-2017
That is normal operation. Exactly as mine work.
RE: Rear turn signal lights - flynrider - 09-10-2017
It's normal. DOT regs and most state laws do not allow for any solid amber lights on the rear of a vehicle. Just flashing amber for turning.
RE: Rear turn signal lights - PowerDubs_imp - 09-10-2017
I modified mine with an aftermarket kit that makes my rear blinkers light up red like the taillight when the bike is on- turn brighter red when braking, and still blink orange.
It is my opinion that you can never have enough lights for people to see!
RE: Rear turn signal lights - decarmine_imp - 09-10-2017
(09-10-2017, 09:39 AM)PowerDubs_imp Wrote: I modified mine with an aftermarket kit that makes my rear blinkers light up red like the taillight when the bike is on- turn brighter red when braking, and still blink orange.
It is my opinion that you can never have enough lights for people to see!
I agree. Can never have too much light.
Do you have a link to the kit you bought? My Wide Glide was set up like that (dealer update) and I'd like to do the same to the CB...
RE: Rear turn signal lights - Sonnyboy_imp - 09-10-2017
(09-10-2017, 08:52 AM)Retsel_imp Wrote: That is normal operation. Exactly as mine work.
Thank, Retsel.
(09-10-2017, 08:44 AM)Sonnyboy_imp Wrote: Dumb question, but I'm new to riding. I just purchased a 2014 standard cb1100. I noticed that the front signal lights are always illuminated and get brighter when signaling. However, the rear yellow turn lights are not continuously illuminated but go on only when signaling. Is this normal or do I have a blown fuse or something? Thanks!
Thanks everyone.
RE: Rear turn signal lights - davedep_imp - 09-11-2017
(09-10-2017, 08:26 PM)Sonnyboy_imp Wrote:(09-10-2017, 08:52 AM)Retsel_imp Wrote: That is normal operation. Exactly as mine work.
Thank, Retsel.
(09-10-2017, 08:44 AM)Sonnyboy_imp Wrote: Dumb question, but I'm new to riding. I just purchased a 2014 standard cb1100. I noticed that the front signal lights are always illuminated and get brighter when signaling. However, the rear yellow turn lights are not continuously illuminated but go on only when signaling. Is this normal or do I have a blown fuse or something? Thanks!
Thanks everyone.
Thank, Retsel.
(09-10-2017, 08:44 AM)Sonnyboy_imp Wrote: Dumb question, but I'm new to riding. I just purchased a 2014 standard cb1100. I noticed that the front signal lights are always illuminated and get brighter when signaling. However, the rear yellow turn lights are not continuously illuminated but go on only when signaling. Is this normal or do I have a blown fuse or something? Thanks!
Thanks everyone.
Check the "How to" section at the beginning of the Mech column. I listed the company and part number for the turn signal mod kit. The rear lights show red when on and braking, the yellow, more like orange overrides red when signaling.
Thank, Retsel.
(09-10-2017, 08:44 AM)Sonnyboy_imp Wrote: Dumb question, but I'm new to riding. I just purchased a 2014 standard cb1100. I noticed that the front signal lights are always illuminated and get brighter when signaling. However, the rear yellow turn lights are not continuously illuminated but go on only when signaling. Is this normal or do I have a blown fuse or something? Thanks!
Thanks everyone.
Check the "How to" section at the beginning of the Mech column. I listed the company and part number for the turn signal mod kit. The rear lights show red when on and braking, the yellow, more like orange overrides red when signaling.
Check with Connecticut DOT or vehicle code. Legal in California vehicle code
Rear turn signal lights - Retsel_imp - 09-24-2017
Thanks! Just ordered the kit. Here are the on line instructions. http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/59c7f584d7d12/tsk.pdf
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Sorry, had link. Try this one,
http://electricalconnection.com/index.php/product/turn-signal-conversion-kit-straight-in-bulb/#.Wcf2gazvfOQ.gmail
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The link to the instructions are at the bottom of the linked description.
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Rear turn signal lights - PowerDubs_imp - 09-24-2017
On my ZRX it was a plug and play kit. On my CB I had to modify (cut) the metal inside the blinkers to fit. I also coated the back of the circuit boards with liquid electric tape to prevent issues with contact on vibration.
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RE: Rear turn signal lights - Retsel_imp - 09-24-2017
(09-24-2017, 05:23 AM)PowerDubs_imp Wrote: On my ZRX it was a plug and play kit. On my CB I had to modify (cut) the metal inside the blinkers to fit. I also coated the back of the circuit boards with liquid electric tape to prevent issues with contact on vibration.Great tips, Thanks!
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