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hazard switch on a '98 - Printable Version

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hazard switch on a '98 - sinto607276 - 24-03-15

Hi, anyone got a hazard switch on their '98 model?
Just wondering if it would be worth trying to get something sorted on my bike, ie. Is the wiring compatabile etc etc

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - bandit - 24-03-15

You can see how to on Youtube but it's not something I would use, I have seen some guys using them when filtering through traffic but I personally don't see the point.

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - sinto607276 - 24-03-15

(24-03-15, 11:01 PM)bandit link Wrote: You can see how to on Youtube but it's not something I would use, I have seen some guys using them when filtering through traffic but I personally don't see the point.

Yeah, they're used wrongly, but I've always had them on my previous bikes and I like tinkering lol
I also Marshall on some charity events and it's good to have them for that. I was maybe thinking it was just a straight swap and connect the wires up and that's it.

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - darrsi - 24-03-15

I find them really handy, especially if i've pulled over on the roadside at night.
All bikes should have them.

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - ChristoT - 24-03-15

Agree with Darrsi. I used to use mine all the time (not when filtering though)

I would imagine you could take the loom from a 2000+ Fazer, and add it to yours. Adding JUST the hazard switch to your loom would give you a headache, I reckon

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - fazersharp - 24-03-15

Its just one of those little things that are unique to the pioneer that is a 98 fazer. You could try fast flicking left and right

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - ChristoT - 25-03-15

(24-03-15, 11:59 PM)fazersharp link Wrote: Its just one of those little things that are unique to the pioneer that is a 98 fazer. You couls try fast flicking left and right

Funnily enough, I used to do that on my 2004 Varadero 125. Amazed that it isn't mandatory on bikes as it is in cars, it is seriously useful

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - mtread - 25-03-15

I agree, they should be on all bikes. Why not ?

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - fazersharp - 25-03-15

Maybe it became law after 98

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - mtread - 25-03-15

Don't think so. Plenty of >98 bikes without them

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - ChristoT - 25-03-15

(25-03-15, 12:10 AM)mtread link Wrote: Don't think so. Plenty of >98 bikes without them

My 2004 Vara never had it. I don't think my friend Rick's VFR800 has it either.... The 2015 VFR certainly doesn't. Odd.

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - mtread - 25-03-15

My 2004 Speed Triple hasn't, but my 2015 Tiger has.
Obviously regarded by manufacturers as a 'nice to have'. Must cost all of £5 to add the costs of making a bike..... :rolleyes

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - darrsi - 25-03-15

Dunno why they don't put indicators on BMW cars either?

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - ChristoT - 25-03-15

(25-03-15, 12:56 AM)darrsi link Wrote: Dunno why they don't put indicators on BMW cars either?

:lol :lol :lol :lol

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - Jules-C - 25-03-15

I think indicators are an option on BMWs and Mercedes but most owners don't think its worth paying for.

To convert the earlier bikes to hazards you just need the left hand switch gear from a later model and it plugs into original loom. The later bikes have a solenoid connected to the parking light circuit so you could leave hazards on with key out, if you just swap the switch gear the hazards only work with ignition turned on.

I did the switch swao when I did learner rider instructing since it was handy when the learner stalled in 5th gear in the middle of a junction. It was either put the hazards on or drive off and hide round the corner until they got themselves sorted out lol

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - sinto607276 - 25-03-15

(25-03-15, 01:25 AM)Jules-C link Wrote: To convert the earlier bikes to hazards you just need the left hand switch gear from a later model it plugs into original loom. The later bikes have a solenoid connected to the parking light circuit so you could leave hazards on with key out, if you just swap the switch gear the hazards only work with ignition turned on.

Jules-C,
I've saw some on fleebay but they connections look different :-( are these the connections that are in the black box under the tank? Means I could have I quick check to see.
I was thinking it would be a straight swap and I don't need them on without ignition so that's ok by me
Cheers

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - Jules-C - 25-03-15

Yeah they are in the black box under the tank. It was a straight swap as far as I can remember

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - sinto607276 - 25-03-15

(25-03-15, 10:20 AM)Jules-C link Wrote: Yeah they are in the black box under the tank. It was a straight swap as far as I can remember

Thanks, I'll have a wee look at weekend :-)

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - sinto607276 - 25-03-15

And your right about BMW and merc drivers lol I think they drive in the middle lane of motorways as they haven't paid for the indicators, and taxi drivers are another story all together, don't get me started on them Angry

Re: hazard switch on a '98 - stevie-g1968 - 25-03-15

must be an expensive option on Volvo's too.....incidently my 2002 Suzuki gsx1400 didn't have hazard lights either.