Sticky switch

[atavar]

As we all know the switchworks is a if not the weak link in Guzzidom.  I know it is a minor thing, but the hi-Beam switch on my 2008 Norge is sticky.  If I try to blip the passing beam the switch locks in just like it has two Hi-Beam positions and I have to manually pull it back.
I am thinking of opening up the switch housing to investigate and clean.  Is this a good idea or would I be stepping in to a tar pit I could never get out of?

[Idontwantapickle]

Maybe a tiny squirt of silicon spray or white lithium grease would free it up without taking it apart.
Hunter

[organfixsing]

I would try a Teflon spray into the switch lever. It is harmess to plastics, and non sticky.

Cheers
Brian 

[atavar]

Yeah, my concern is that Guzzi switches are not sealed units, and squirting oil on electrical contacts can summon all manner of demons. 

[Kiwi_Roy]

The grease goes hard after a few years, I would wipe it out and replace it with fresh petroleum jelly aka Vaseline.
You could try one of the sprays, I'm just old fashion I guess.

[Jurgen]

As an old time watch and clock repairer (not maker), I've always believed that disassembly and cleaning works wonders.  Old grease solidifies, oil dries out and becomes sticky and just squirting something into an assembly is a crap-shoot, you can't tell where it all goes, or not goes.  (but it is worth a try, just be aware that a disassembly might be a day or two away after all).  Unless something is worn out, a good cleaning and proper greasing (not too much) ad you'll have a new switch.