Tech Tip Ep. 10 - My brake light is always on?! (How to Fix it)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- Is your motorcycle brake light always on? Here's a simple, how-to video on fixing that issue and getting you back on the road.
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You saved me a lot of grief. A small adjustment on the front brake lever of my '71 Yamaha fixed the problem. I was ready to disassemble the rear brake pedal assembly. Thanks!
That's awesome to hear!
Thanks a lot bro!! Saved me big time, my battery wasn’t holding a charge and I thought it was a bad stator but turns out the brake light was on the whole time and after a couple hours or riding the bike wouldn’t have enough juice to start. Adjusted the screw and now it’s good to go!!!
Glad to see our video is helpful. Cheers!
I pulled the fuse out of my bike a few weeks ago after the last ride because the rear light was on constantly. I definitely give this a try and see if it fixes it. Great information thank you
I hope this proves useful! - Mark
Dude thank you so much for this video.I was at a loss could not figure out why it quit workin .I thought it was because I change my master cylinder ,but turns out when I was detailing it I turned the brake light switch adjuster .so thanks again .82 gs 750t
Glad we could help!
It was definitely my back brake. Thank you so much for this quick fix, y'all are awesome.
Checked mine out and realized it was actually that same nut behind the rearset that was slightly too tight and loosened it, fixed my problem. Thanks!
I had the same problem and all I have to do and you should check the simplest one up is a kickstand it's down it shuts off your Engine ,Red light stays On. Yes that's simple make sure you kicks the end is up tell them kickstands when put down as a kill switch and your red light brake light will be on until you kick the KICKSTAN UP YES TRY IT I BET YOUR BREAK LIGHT GOES UP
Djeeeez i understood nothing. Could anybody reformulate with easy words and punctuation please ? Please write like I’m 5 years old. And not English native.
Im not sure, but i think hes saying make sure to have the kickstand up while testing 😅
What about when your tail light is on even when the key is out???
I have a Chinese ATV, the brake light is always on too. Not sure where to look. Would you have any ideas? Thanks in advance!
Can you please go into more detail about swapping the pins on the front lever? I just bought a bike with aftermarket levers and noticed the brake lights are sticking on. Cheers!
Did you solved the problem ?
I have this problem right now and need help!
Same, what do you mean by swapping pins? Why say something so vague and not elaborate?
There's 2 wires that go to the lever just switched were there plugged in that's what he means hope that helps you guys
damn... it was that simple. just fixed it on my xsr. awsome vid
Man! Saved me some good time. My 2nd gen busa was doing exact same thing and it was fixed the exact same way. 💯💯 thanks!
Thanks for this video. I’ve a leopard loujia that after I’ve tried the possible route cause it still remains ON. I’m however left with the last causes. May I know if you can put me through to troubleshoot and fix that?
I'm sorry but we do not have access to that particular model in the US so we cannot troubleshoot you specifics. We would recommend taking it to a reputable shop in your area.
wow, that was my issue, had the service manual and worked, thanks
I want to thank you very much for this video I went straight for the bolt twister and it worked your the man👍
Legend!! I was close to ordering a new front brake activator thingy! Fixed, cheers
Awesome. I'm glad our video spared you the extra work and expense. Cheers!
Just ordered a taillight with intergrated blinkers from you guys. Cant wait to get it! Btw...Is that a R1 can on a 07...? If so, any possibilities to hear it?
Yes, it's a stock can from the 2015+ R1. I'll see if I can film a video and post it on my personal channel!
@@TSTindustries Would be great! Whats your personal channel name?
@@Slowshift Here's a timelapse video I did a while ago of installing some of the parts. I'll try to film and upload something this weekend for ya!
th-cam.com/video/BbJBM4rk_eY/w-d-xo.html
@Slowshift here's a link to the video showing the sound as best as possible from a cell phone.
th-cam.com/video/5F_vmvklXfs/w-d-xo.html
@@TSTindustries Wow! Looks and sounds awesome!
Thank you for your help! Have a great day cause you made my day easier! :D
I'm having a similar situation. While bike is on accessorie all light function properly, when bike is turned on brake lights are stuck on. Any suggestions?
The second he talked about front lever change I was like yep that’s the issue lol sure enough it was
We're glad our video helped out!
Okay but can you show me the front pins you were talking about because it didn't work unfortunately
So I’m having a issue with my Harley Davidson the rear brake light only works when I first turn on the the motorcycle once I start the engine sometimes it still works sometimes it just stops working but once I put it it in gear it will not stop working. Once it stops working it will no longer work till the next day and it’s the same thing every day. You think what you just did will fix it on my Harley Davidson?
It doesn't sound like it but it wouldn't hurt to give it a try.
This solved the problem for me easy thumbs up for this video.
I have a 2021 kawasaki ninja 400 a couple weeks ago the wind blowed my bike over I had to replace the right side handle bar and rear brake foot lever is it the same process my brake light stays on
My asv brake leaver is always triggering my brake light , I can see it’s a spacing issue because it has a good amount of play(enough to tigger the light but not activate the brake) idk if I need a whole new leaver or it’s a simple fix , it’s my daily so I need to figure out this issue fast, need people to know when I’m hitting the brakes
You should probably look into that sooner than later. That is definitely a safety concern. I can't really help you much without inspecting the bike myself.
Hey, the front break light switch for my motorcycle is never pressed down so the breaklight is always on. can you maybe show me a way to extend the break light switch or something?
Great tip. Save the day for many. Cheers😊
Glad to help
Hello, I have an integrated tail light on 07 cbr600rr. My tail light is not working when bike is on but brake lights work. Any idea what could be wrong?
There are many problems that can precipitate that sumptom. When troubleshooting that kind of issue I always start by checking connections and fuses. Sometimes a terminal is not fully seated in the connector housing and the connection is then not conducting. If you purchased the tail light from us then it is the blue wire for running light.
Thank You so much! This totally worked for my 2020 Honda Super Cub!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Great to hear!
Ok so
I had to change the master cylinder and I’m pretty sure I put the cables to the kill switch backwards and now the motorcycle won’t start with the switch unless I jump the solenoid
Any idea what can this be?
Sounds like the main fuse is good because when you jump solenoid function you can actually get the starter to turn. The problem is in the curcuit that actuates the solenoid. This circuit has a lockout portion that has to have the appropriate combination of clutch, shift drum, and kickstand position to allow for starter solenoid to close the starter circuit. I would encourage you to start with the starter fuse (in the fuse box, not main fuse by starter relay), then move up the line in the order of easiest to check. So check all your lockout switches and make sure they are connected and working. Then work your way upstream to the wiring and switch in the right switch housing on the handlebar where you have the starter engage button.
I just put on your z400 2022 universal brake light modulator unit and the brake light stays on! So I took it off now my o.e.m. doesn't work? Your tst rep says it's the rear brake read switch needs adjustment. So how do I do that???
According to your previous comments, your standard oe setup has the brake light stuck on. In this comment you say the oem setup doesn't work. I need to know the exact stmptom to be able to help you.
... and if you want to see how to adjust the rear brake read switch watch the video. The method is shown and explained in the video.
When I installed your modulator the brake light goes on. I disconnected it. Plugged the O.E.M. back in. Now the brake light stays on. So again I replugged your modulator back in and the brake light stays on? So i called tst and was directed to ( Tec tip ep10 my brake light is always on. ( How to fix it) that was on a bike 2 yrs ago) my bike is a 2022 not the same!
@@YooperDanKulka what bike model do you have? All modern motorcycles can follow this video and get the general idea. Obviously the rearsets and such on different models are different but the methodology shown can be carried over.
Your video was right on it was the switch next to the brake spring. Thank you for the help.
Freaking simple video, just fixed it on my Honda Nighthawk. Thanks alot!
Thanks for the tips the third reason was accurate forme and fixed the problem 😊
Glad it helped!
And that's where I am just now..
However, I'm manipulating the spring up and down and nothing happens with the brake lights..?
When trying to change pins on front brake, the brake and back lights dim's down either way..
Thank's for your tips!
I think you may have better success contacting our customer service guys through our website. We will need more clarification of your symptoms.
@@TSTindustries Hi and thank's for your reply.
I found out why and it was my mistake: Bought a front brake switch that looked exactly the same as the original,
but obviously not inside.....Strange part for me was that it reacted the same way when switching wires on the switch...
Anyway, problem solved :-)
@@vinegum8835 This comment saved me.
My break light is always on just when the motor is on but when ignition is on the break light works normally when i push the break. Toyota avensis D4d 2006
Brilliant. Thank you.
Have you ever done this on a Can Am Ryker? My brake light is constantly on
We have not but it's probably similar if it's not exactly the same.
My brake light works and my turn signals work but my brake running light does not stay on. Any ideas? 05 Cbr 1000rr
Most likely a bad connection on the running light positive wire.
Got it figured out, my tach went out shortly after checked my fuses and it was blown. Everything back to normal. Thanks
I disconnected my brake switches entirely, but the brake lights are still on. What to try next?
The tail light is a "dumb" component that just lights up whichever circuit is turned on in it. Typically they have two circuits with a common ground. The only way for your brake light to be on with brake read switches disconnected is if the read circuit is shorted somewhere upstream of the light, or if the running and brake wires are reverse wired to the tail light. At the tail light is easier to diagnose so start there. Disconnect the harness side brake signal wire from the tail light and see if the tail light is still in brake mode.
So when I was trying to install the license plate light today and when I was checking the cables where they belong to, the light just shutdown and won't come on again already unplug everything and nothing happen, any idea?
There are many possible causes of this symptom. Best advice I can give is to remove the license plate light connection and redo it. Check the fuse too. Maybe you had an exposed conductor and caused a short circuit. Make sure all connections are isolated and insulated.
@@TSTindustries thanks, yeah I fixed I had a fuse down, quick replace and good to go, the bike has 2 fuse boxes so I only checked the one n the top didn't know there was a second one below the other one 😀
Thank you, fixed my issue 🙂
Glad it helped
man you're awesome thanks for making these logical vids
Glad you like them!
this is a life saver
Glad we could help!
I fixed the brake but the front one doesn't work, I switched them around and the same thing, I have a 2017 Honda Grom
I don't understand what in your front does not work. Your comment is ambiguous and needs more supporting information for us to answer you.
@@TSTindustries yeah so the front handbrake on the lever with the pins I reverse them and the brake lights still come on. You said in the video to reverse them and I did but they on. Wiring issue?
@@TSTindustries yeah, I still can't figure it out, the tabs I tried switching for the front brakes still turns the brake lights on no matter if I switch it.
fast and informative. thanks for the help
Thank you so much.
Nice information on back brake light issues, but my front brake light doesn't work?
Are you talking about the front brake switch that leads to illumination of your brake light? There typically is no adjustment in that area. You have to inspect the parts and their function with a pass/fail approach. Replace any failing components. Testing should start with brake read switch connectors, then the switch itsel. If they pass, the right handlebar switch body has its own multi terminal connector that makes connection to the bike's harness. this is the next area I would test. If pass, you have to go deeper into harness.
Thanks for the advice about checking the the front brake switch. This was the problem. The switch was broken, so I ordered a new one from Ebay. Thank you for taking the time to read and reply. It means a lot when people take the time to help others. 👍🤜🤛😉 Have a Blessed day.
@@joescmoe9339 That's what we're here for! Ride safe out there.
any idea on what it would be for a 2018 grom?
I'm not sure I understand the question. Are you asking about the process on the grom?
Perfect! Thank you, I'm sure I saved a lot by diy!
Heck yea!!!
What about if I put fender and my tail light doesn't come on.
😕
You will have to clarify what your question is.
Solved my issue! Ty
Thanks it worked on mine
Thank you 1974 Yamaha DT250 back on the streets my boy. 🍻🙏👌
What exhaust is on that mt-07?
Arrow Racing headers with a stock 2015 Yamaha R1 canister. A bit of a concoction that sounds awesome and is extremely unique.
My aprilia mx 125 brake light is always on and doesn't work when applying the front or back brake just stays on going to try this tomorrow touch wood
hopefully this approach clears it up for you
Fixed my grom💪🏽
Right on!
What about when it won’t turn on unless you brake??
I have a CBR600RR if that helps
@@saljrcastelli3077 i don't understand what that means. Are you saying they do not flash for signaling unless you hit your brake?
@@TSTindustries basically when the bike is on the back light is not on. Only when I hit my back brake the light will then turn on. So at night the only time my tail light is on is when I brake.
@@saljrcastelli3077 what tail light did you get?
My abs light goes off when driving but my brake light stays on. I checked my abs sensors nothing wrong. Why. It's an indian.
My bike’s front brake is alway on till i tap on the brake’s light switch. Anybody know how to fix that?
Those microswitches typucally aren't serviceable. Something is making it stick in the closed position. You can try to clean off all of the physical contact areas and see if that will stop it from sticking. The surefire way to remedy the problem is to replace that switch
What to do when brakes light in coming on
Watch the video should be step 1.
Thanks ❤️🔥🏍
you're welcome
Hi I have a 2017 FZ07. Brake light turns on but it doesn’t get brighter when activating the brakes. Turn signals work on it too. It always worked up until tonight. I checked the fuses and the wiring, everything checks out. I’m getting 12V from the harness too. I just got a new light ordered, wondering if anyone knows what else I can check for the meantime. Thanks
He talks way too much
The way you adamantly denied the video being faked only put the idea in my head that the video might be faked 🤣 why would anyone fake a brake light stuck on
😂😂 it was VFX for sure! We had to call up James Cameron for some help.
My issue is when I turn on my bike the lights are on but applying the front and/ or rear brakes, it does not engage and remains dim. Any thoughts?
could be a broken connection to the brake light function. Tough to analyze a problem with only a single sentence describing it. You can give our customer service a call and they can help you troubleshoot.