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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Kiwi Dave on November 16, 2016, 03:29:26 PM
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Recently, my sidestand (kickstand) switch failed, stranding me briefly until I tied the two wires together.
But I was flabbergasted at the crude means by which the switch is secured from rotation when the stand is operated, by cable tying the attached cable to the frame! This is something I might expect from a bush mechanic, but not from a factory installation. (Yes, I have owned the bike since new.)
The original part number is #AP8127319 (US$60.89 @ Harpers), apparently superseded by #854889 (US$100.41 @ Harpers). I managed to repair mine, but I'm wondering if anyone that has installed the newer version can advise me if it includes an improved method for holding it in place?
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So if the side stand switch fails, the bike won't start? Even in neutral? Maybe the bike would shut off when put in gear?!
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B1100 will start in neutral with the stand down... But it dies when you put it in gear unless the stand is up