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07-21-2014, 01:55 PM | #1 |
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Cruise Control
My cruise control has stopped working 3 times but every time I go to take it in it starts working again. I have been told the switches might be dirty but I have no idea where they are located? Any info that can be given would be greatly appreciated, Jack
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07-21-2014, 03:10 PM | #2 |
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The brake switches, clutch switch and kickstand switch are good places to start.
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07-21-2014, 03:44 PM | #3 |
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Start with the rear brake switch, it is right there by the pedal. It seems to be the most common culprit. Just loosen it up a bit so it does not trigger quite so soon.
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07-21-2014, 03:46 PM | #4 |
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Brake switch is the common culprit on my Voyager . . . Next time it happens, come to a stop . . . Once stopped, hit the brake hard and release it fast three or four times . . . Then try it . . .this generally knocks whatever was causing it to fall free . . .IF that doesn't work . . .come to a stop, and get down on your knees and give it a blow (the switch that is!), if'n you happen to have a can of WD-40 - give it a shot as well . . . This switch is located right under the brake lever . . .
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07-22-2014, 12:02 AM | #6 |
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Cruise control and Gear indicater seem to be a common problem on the 1700's thay don't stop working thay just don't work right all the time.
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07-22-2014, 07:39 AM | #7 |
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My fix for the gear indicator has been to just apply light upward pressure with my toes against the shift peg . . . that seems to get it straightened out most every time . . . Of course, sometimes I'm just lazy and wait it out . . . eventually it gets it right.
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07-22-2014, 07:56 AM | #8 |
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That works for me to after 1 or 2 tries also can let off on the throttle a bit but most times I just wait it out.
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07-22-2014, 10:25 AM | #9 |
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For the gear indicator my dealer wanted to replace the spring inside, under warranty, I am not going to bother as the bike would be down for at least a week, the engine has to be removed and basically taken apart. For the minor annoyance of not indicating the correct gear above 3rd, I figure it was not worth the hassle. I have the extended warranty so before that is up I may look at having it done.
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07-22-2014, 12:21 PM | #10 |
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Dirty contacts in the clutch and front brake switches are common, remove the switches, find the access hole for the contacts and give them a good cleaning.
Their is a threaded adjuster for the rear brake switch. It is a small Phillips type screw with a 7mm lock nut, I have had to adjust mine. RACNRAY
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07-22-2014, 02:17 PM | #11 |
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Hope I am not asking to much but if I am I apologies. Is there any chance you could show a picture of these switches and tell where they are located?
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