Speed Triple headlights? Need help

[KrisValentine]

hi guys,

I just upgraded to a new bike, however now it's off the forecourt and in my garage the headlights (namely the "pass" flasher doesn't operate or the main bulbs come on).

I've checked the fuses, the relays and even tried different fuses. The only thing I have not done is change the bulbs..but since when would two go at once?

In the shop I couldn't get them going when I purge deposit down,told the shop guy and he got them flashing.

What could possibly be going on?

[mealexme]

Check the fuse again, but this time look at the diagram and make sure the correct fuse is in there. It's possible someone has chucked any old fuse in it, with a higher rating, meaning that a sudden spike in current has gone through the fuse and straight into the bulb, blowing the fuse.

Or possibly, if its a dual filament, one of the filaments may have blown, pinged out and taken the other one out on its way.

Either way, if you have just bought it from a dealer, it should have some sort of warranty. Take it back and let them deal with it

[Chrissb6]

Hi, first check the lamps are ok that's an easy fix, it won't be the first time both lamps have gone together, after that the fuse again then you'll have to work your way through the circuitry. Possible faults are loose connections switches and relays. lf the dip beam works l doubt it the fuse has gone as normally the lighting is all on the same circuit, look for tight cables from the bars to the steering head into the headlight a connection might of been pulled.

[KrisValentine]

Thanks guys, I changed the blubs and bought new micro fuses and replaced them, still a no go. the Garage wont help as they say they offer no garrentee on used bikes. looks like I need to take it to a garage already.. why is life so ****?

might just buy a relay and see how that goes.

[al_stu]

Unless advertised as trade sale or sold as seen then they have a legal obligation to provide 3 month guarantee. Plus goods have to be fit for purpose, I'd say no headlights makes a vehicle unfit for use.

I'm no legal expert but pretty sure the garage can bugger off I'd they think they don't have to help

[Tango]

No warranty?........Al_Stu is right, sounds like they're trying it on......

Anyway......no main beam with either the pass switch or the main beam switch?.....this is with the engine running? If so, sounds like a wiring issue.......left bar switch unit, relay, wiring to headlamp unit........

[klingelton]

take the bike to the forecourt. drop it the keys in, explain the problem to them - then explain that they do need to put it right under SOGA or you'll have your money back.

not having high beams i believe is an MOT failure, and therefore the bike is not fit for purpose.

[stewslash]

I had a similar issue on my street , I took the switchgear apart and found the copper tab that makes contact when pressing the pass button was corroded , a quick clean with wet n dry and problem solved [emoji2]

[Stu]

does sound like a dodgy contact to me

I would rather fix it myself than let a garage touch it but thats just me!

[KrisValentine]

I disconnected battery over night, will re connect later (maybe might reset something?). Also sprayed some switch cleaner in and around the pass and dipped switches, failing that I'll have to take a rid to the garage and leave it on there door step tomorrow.

I traced all the wires back, gave them a fiddle etc, no joy. really annoying as I got a new bike mainly because I was fed up with my old one always needing something doing.... fun.

how would I go about checking the switch itself?

[Guest]

Yeah take it back to them, give them a fair chance to fix it. If they refuse explain you'll be taking it to another garage and will provide the receipts for them to repay you the costs.

If they refuse to pay for the costs you'll then have to take them to the small claims court.

For reference:

The Sale of Goods Act lays down several conditions that all vehicles sold by a trader to a consumer must meet. The vehicle must be:

As described - this refers to any advert, paperwork, signage or verbal description made by you.

Of satisfactory quality - this covers minor and cosmetic defects as well as substantial problems. It also means that products must last a reasonable time. But it doesn't give your customer any rights if a fault was obvious or pointed out to them at point of sale.

Fit for purpose - this covers not only the obvious purpose of a vehicle such as towing a caravan but also any purpose your customer queried and has been given assurances about.

If you sell a vehicle to a customer that doesn't conform to the above conditions you are legally obliged to resolve the problem if they seek redress.

The Act covers new and second-hand vehicles however if you sell to another trader under 'trade' terms, their only entitlement to a refund is if the vehicle isn't 'as described

[KrisValentine]

Thanks for all the advice, It's going back in on Tuesday. Guy said he'd get it sorted. win!