Problem with self-cancelling turn signal (1982 GS1100GK)

[BassCliff]

Hi,

My TSCU was left in place but the control output was disconnected since there was nowhere to connect it to the new generic flasher. I wanted to install an electronic flasher with a socket so that I could replace it when necessary and use any type of bulbs, either incandescent or LED.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[snicrep5]

when you say "turn signal relay" is that the same as flasher module? also does the 83 gs 1100esd have self cancelling turns signal? my flasher is under the tank, used to get the blinkers to work intermittantly by tapping on it now nothing.changed the ts flasher, still nothing. also check lights no longer come on. shouldnt they come on when the key is turned? this is a refurb project that hasnt been on the road yet but is getting there.

[cowboyup3371]

Yes for the relay/flasher

[Nessism]

when you say "turn signal relay" is that the same as flasher module? also does the 83 gs 1100esd have self cancelling turns signal?

The parts fishe says there is a TSCU but I don't have personal experience.

It the bike isn't flashing that is most likely due to the flasher relay. For the bike with self canceling signals you need a three prong relay if you want the auto cancel to function. Two prong will work fine for non-cancel signals.

[stanzukowski]

Remove the TSCU and your bike will have full manual turn signals. You don't need to mess with the turn signal relay.

By remove, you don't simply mean {snipsnipsnipyank} right? Don't those wires need to be reconnected/rerouted somehow?

[Nessism]

By remove, you don't simply mean {snipsnipsnipyank} right? Don't those wires need to be reconnected/rerouted somehow?

No snipping. Just unplug the TSCU from the harness and you are done. Of course, you might want to protect the harness connectors in some way from water entry. I suggest just getting a new/used TSCU if you find out that was the problem.

If the system still doesn't flash with the TSCU removed then the problem is in the flasher relay, or hand control. The hand controls are delicate on the inside so it's possible that something is sticking. Don't be fooled by the sliding turn signal button not centering - it never does unless you do so manually. But if you slide the thumb button to the side all the way it should spring back a small amount. Let me know if you need more info in this regard.