dodgy kill switch

[fallous]

So I'm riding the 850G into work today and suddenly lose power on the interstate. This is sub-optimal for my overall enjoyment and arrival times, but I coast it to an off-ramp and take a look. Sure enough, the kill switch decided to cut out on me. I've noticed the switch is _really_ sensitive, and if you engage the throttle lock the PO installed, it will often engage the kill switch.
Obviously there's a short and/or the switch is crapped out. Just wondering if this is a fairly common issue, or if I'm the lucky winner in the crapola lottery. Also, anyone have a source for these little devils or do you think cracking it open and cleaning/checking contacts should suffice, since I have no idea about the robustness of this particular electrical issue on the GS. Of course, given some of the other hilarity Suzuki pulled in the electricals I would not be surprised if the switch is comprised of a paper clip and black electrical tape.

[Dave8338]

So I'm riding the 850G into work today and suddenly lose power on the interstate. This is sub-optimal for my overall enjoyment and arrival times, but I coast it to an off-ramp and take a look. Sure enough, the kill switch decided to cut out on me. I've noticed the switch is _really_ sensitive, and if you engage the throttle lock the PO installed, it will often engage the kill switch.
Obviously there's a short and/or the switch is crapped out. Just wondering if this is a fairly common issue, or if I'm the lucky winner in the crapola lottery. Also, anyone have a source for these little devils or do you think cracking it open and cleaning/checking contacts should suffice, since I have no idea about the robustness of this particular electrical issue on the GS. Of course, given some of the other hilarity Suzuki pulled in the electricals I would not be surprised if the switch is comprised of a paper clip and black electrical tape.

Don't forget the wad of gum! Not sure on the switch but it is an easy circuit on/off...so were it me, I'd pull it apart clean things up and put it back together. That and loose the throttle lock after all, how far is the commute?

[fallous]

Don't forget the wad of gum! Not sure on the switch but it is an easy circuit on/off...so were it me, I'd pull it apart clean things up and put it back together. That and loose the throttle lock after all, how far is the commute?

Commute isn't so bad, but it's got a windjammer for a reason.... this bike was meant to be taken out on long hauls, so I figure I'll put the lock to use at some point.

[rustybronco]

and/or the switch is crapped out. Just wondering if this is a fairly common issue, or if I'm the lucky winner in the crapola lottery. Also, anyone have a source for these little devils or do you think cracking it open and cleaning/checking contacts should suffice, since I have no idea about the robustness of this particular electrical issue on the GS. Of course, given some of the other hilarity Suzuki pulled in the electricals I would not be surprised if the switch is comprised of a paper clip and black electrical tape.

No it's not a fairly common issue. unless the switch is used a lot ,the bike is in a neglected state and/or left to the elements with no joy.

[tkent02]

Bugs inside, broken spring, corroded contacts, broken wires, it's hard to tell from here.

[80GS1000]

You can pick up a brand new one for not much $$$. Would be the most reliable solution.

http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/suzuki-motorcycle-gs850gz-1982/o/m6124

[SqDancerLynn1]

that reminds me I need to clean mine too !!