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Front brake wire?

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Here is my question. I just went to inspection and failed for the brake light not working when only the handbrake lever is used. I never noticed because I always use both in order to get in the habit. So anyways, I get home and I see this cut wire tied to my brake line. Could someone tell me if this is the brake light wire? If not, what is it? And where is it supposed to go?



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Yes, that appears to be the brake wire assembly that has been cut. The part that was cut goes to the bottom of the brake lever mount. The switch assembly usually goes bad every 20-25 years anyway, so just order a new switch from Bike Bandit. Here is a link to a 1981 450S. Select the frame that is labeled "Right Handle Switch", then look at assembly #11. Nice part is that it's less than $20. Not sure what year your bike is, but the tank is similar, and virtually all of the brake switches are the same.

I see that Flatline Racing has given a link to partsnmore. Yes, they have the same thing for $6, but they also have a minimum order of $35, so shop around and find more stuff that you need. 8-[
 
You failed your inspection and went riding anyhow? :shock:

































Wecome to the club. Seems you will fit right in. \\:D/

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