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Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« on: May 26, 2015, 08:50:00 AM »
I'm attempting to revive the "paddle" type handlebar switches on my Le Mans project and need a few pieces. If anyone has bits and pieces they'd like to sell or even complete switches, please contact me. Thanks.
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #1 on: May 26, 2015, 10:26:44 PM »
Do you need the left or right side? I have everything but the wiring contacts on the left side that are melted together.


















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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #2 on: May 27, 2015, 08:46:58 AM »
Do you need the left or right side? I have everything but the wiring contacts on the left side that are melted together.

I actually needs pieces for both sides. My contacts are good except for the "run/off" switch, but that can be repaired and a relay added to prevent it from melting again.
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #3 on: May 29, 2015, 06:21:44 AM »
Are garbage.  IMHO.

When the switchgear on my 85 T5 melted I replaced the handlebar switches with used gear from a 650 Yammy.  The ignition switch came from a Kawalski.  That was over 25 years ago.  As far as I know they are still functioning - I still see the bike around from time to time.

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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #4 on: May 29, 2015, 08:35:08 AM »
They may be "garbage", but they're original "garbage" and I'm trying to keep this bike fairly stock looking. I'll be wiring in relays for the headlight and off/run switch, so they'll be no melting of contacts.

Right now it has a right-side switch/throttle assembly and master cylinder from a Kawasaki.
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #5 on: May 29, 2015, 09:08:27 AM »
They may be "garbage", but they're original "garbage" and I'm trying to keep this bike fairly stock looking. I'll be wiring in relays for the headlight and off/run switch, so they'll be no melting of contacts.

Right now it has a right-side switch/throttle assembly and master cylinder from a Kawasaki.

Yep, I was fortunate enough to find a decent set for the Lario from a lister. Rebuilt them and put on relays. I don't see why they won't "work good, last a long time."  ;D
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #6 on: May 29, 2015, 10:18:48 PM »
Charlie,

Are these the same as used on the T3?

I believe I have the originals from my T3 around here somewhere (I replaced with Honda pieces).  If they'll work for you, they're yours for the postage.

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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #7 on: May 29, 2015, 10:22:51 PM »
Charlie,

Are these the same as used on the T3?

I believe I have the originals from my T3 around here somewhere (I replaced with Honda pieces).  If they'll work for you, they're yours for the postage.

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Carlo

Totally different.



Thanks anyway.
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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #8 on: May 30, 2015, 01:05:19 PM »
Totally different.



Thanks anyway.

Sorry I couldn't help . . .

Best,

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Re: Le Mans 1000 (Lario, T5) handlebar switches
« Reply #9 on: May 30, 2015, 01:16:11 PM »
Sorry I couldn't help . . .

Best,

Carlo

I appreciate the offer!

Just received a very nice pair from Bob Mehmen. Thanks Bob! With the pieces I have and those, I should be able to piece together a functioning pair.
Charlie

 

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