NC30 Indicators problem.

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NC30 Indicators problem.

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Hi guys,

I've got the MOT due shortly on my bike and have an issue with the indicators. When out riding they work fine if I simply want to turn left or right, they come on OK and cancel OK. Its when I indicate one way, for example on a roundabout, and then want to exit the roundabout so switch the indicators over, they wont switch over. Has anyone got any ideas what the issue might be and how to check?

Mechanicals I'm fine with but electrics are a mystery!

Thanks,

Paul.
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

Post by Speedy »

It may be a problem with the wiring which may be manifesting itself when turning the handlebars; turn the handlebars from side to side and switch the indies on Left & Right, to see if that's the problem.
Or maybe it's the switch contacts; open up the indicator switch and give it a clean to see if that cures it.
When the mind is relaxed, the body will go faster! 8-)
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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Cheers Speedy, 'I'll give it a whirl tomorrow and post the results.
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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Had this with mine a few weeks ago. I just opened the switch gear and cleaned it with carb cleaner and cotton buds. Works spot on now.
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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Thanks for the help guys, I'm 'working from home' tomorrow so hoping to get this job done and will post the results. :whistle:

PS Would GT85 spray do the job?
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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Followed the advice and opened up the switchgear, dismantled the indicator mechanism and found tons of crud on the contacts. Cleaned up with WD40 and cotton buds, put it back together and it now works a treat!!

Thanks for the advice,

Paul.
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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I love it when stuff is an easy fix!

Bet the mechasim feels crisp and like brand new now
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Re: NC30 Indicators problem.

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It certainly does!

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