signal relay question for GS650GL

[aVOLiam]

Ok, I figured out the stator was bad (thanks to the links from this forum) and have ordered a replacement.


Next question...would signal relay fail to work properly if charging system was failing and the battery voltage was low? The new relay will turn on each signal but, not flash...

[Steve]

...would signal relay fail to work properly if charging system was failing and the battery voltage was low? The new relay will turn on each signal but, not flash...

Yes, that is correct. Even on some bikes with good charging systems, the voltage is sometimes low enough at idle speed that the signals won't flash.

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[barsnake]

signal relay question

I had a Suzuki with a 6 volt electrical system that would never blink unless the rpm's were up. The 12v systems usual have enough voltage to not have this problem. You might want to check the bulbs for the correct watt rating. Also look for any burns in the wiring harness connections that might be loading down the voltage.

[spchips]

Also if the relay is hanging upside down and stored outside it won't work properly. The old mechanical style relies on a small piece of metal to heat up and change shape. If it's full of water it won't get hot.

See howstuffworks - turnsignals.

[BassCliff]

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Hi Mr. aVOLiam,

Mr. barsnake is correct. The stock turn signal relay wants to see a certain amount of load in order to flash. This means using the stock bulbs all the way around and making sure all socket and connections are clean. See my site if you want to replace your turn signal relay with a cheap, off the shelf unit that doesn't care what bulbs you have installed.

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