Harley Brake Switch Replacement (2007+ Nightster, Sportster, Iron)
Today, I show how to replace the brake switch on '07+ Nightsters step by step. These steps are likely the same for Sportsters and Irons of the same year range.
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Ello. I m french so excusi i don t speack English,but your video as resolut my pb. Thanks you so mutch👍 david. Plage omahabitche. Thanks you for ever
Great video. I used this to troubleshoot and replace mine today on my 09 nightster. Pro tip: standard auto fuse works perfect to jump those connectors when testing. I did not have to bleed my brakes but I did add a little more fluid.
Another way to test the switch would be to check for continuity use a ohms meter with the hydrologic brake switch still connected to the brake circuit connecting the ohms meter leads to the switch and set to continuity with the ignition on push the brake pedal if you don’t get continuity then the brake switch is not working properly
Good stuff man!
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
degreaser usually gets under the finish, you might try a good grade of handcleaner soaking on It till dry...
Thank's my 2014 Same problem Fixed. 10 videos on front switch 1 on rear.
@TonyTheTruckGuy
Жыл бұрын
Exactly! Haha, glad it helped!
Hey thanks for the video, as far as the cases go.... there is a product called Pig Spit that you spray on there and it will bring the engine back to black. Harley also makes a product i think is called engine brightener that works almost as good. On the baggers the floor boards will get discolored if you get certain cleaners on them and ive found the Bag Brite brand of leather conditioner works great on them.
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
Really nice job my back went out but my front is working. Once again thanks saved me well over 100.You got a really nice bike I know that cover can be upsetting. I once had some blue pipe and guy once told me to use some 1200 grit wet sand and brought it right out.Im not suggestion you use it to bring cover back. But maybe try a small section at 1200 grit it won't leave any scratches. Once again thanks for the video.
@TonyTheTruckGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, glad I could help out!
I found a line wrench set..of three wrenches, at advance autoparts, and the 17 mm fits the pressure switch
Thankyou for this assistance very good.
Just so people know, it takes a 17mm wrench. The part number is 72023-51E from Harley and are the good ones made in Italy, not the cheap Chinese or Taiwan ones. (P.S. I responded before watching all the way where he shows you the package.)
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for pointing out the actual size!
Very helpful. Thank you.
Just what I need..thanks for the vid bro.
What year is you motorcycle? I have a 2018 XL1200XS FORTY-EIGHT SPECIAL, can’t found the brake switch
@TonyTheTruckGuy
Жыл бұрын
This was an '08. Your brake lights stop working?
@JesusdelaRosaTampaFl
Жыл бұрын
@@TonyTheTruckGuy yes, not working
Those fuckers at harley davidson told me you had to bleed the brakes an wanted $150 to do the same thing. Thanks bro. Saved me some $$.
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
You should bleed the brakes, but you can do that yourself, too!
@mikec573
3 жыл бұрын
So do you need to bleed the brakes?
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikec573 Not the fronts, but I do recommend bleeding the rear caliper. The rear brake will still work without bleeding it, but the pedal will be spongey and not work as well.
@mikec573
3 жыл бұрын
@@TonyTheTruckGuy gotcha. I will do. I've been putting off the repair for a few weeks due to Harley's high prices at their shop. I'll be fixing it tomorrow.
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikec573 Good luck!
Amazing video, thanks man!!
Thank you!
Ciao. Ma poi hai dovuto spurgare il freno?
@TonyTheTruckGuy
Жыл бұрын
Consiglio vivamente di spurgare il freno posteriore. Non dovevo necessariamente, ma potevo dire che poteva usarlo. Il pedale del freno è andato più giù a causa dell'aria nella linea.
@camon_72
Жыл бұрын
@@TonyTheTruckGuy grazie. Procedo
Mine lost break light an turning signal all I have is parking lights
@TonyTheTruckGuy
Жыл бұрын
Check the switch like I did. You may have a turn signal switch issue.
Thanks for this exactly what ive needed.
HOW DO YOU CLEAN THE SIDE CASES FROM THAT DISCOLORATION? MINE IS DOING THE SAME THING :(
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
Ugh, that one really pissed me off. They were TOTALLY fine until I listened to a buddy and sprayed some degreaser on the engine. Took a few minutes to get the pressure washer set up, and by the time I rinsed the degreaser off, it had stained the case like this and wouldn’t come off even with a pressure washer. Thought about spraying the whole damn engine with it again so it would at least all be the same shade/color. Buuut I ended up selling the bike. I have a night rod now. I don’t know of any surefire ways to fix your issue. I’d suggest a google search or try something like brake clean or wd-40, but I can’t tell you what affect that might have.
@mattbenich
3 жыл бұрын
@@TonyTheTruckGuy yep it was engine degreaser that did it
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
Well, shit. Lesson learned there. I’d try why I mentioned before and hope for the best
@mattbenich
3 жыл бұрын
@@TonyTheTruckGuy yea I will, thanks
@512ethan
2 жыл бұрын
Try the Harley Engine Brightener. It comes in a spray can. May fix your engine stain.
paint engine matt black...looks way better!
@TonyTheTruckGuy
3 жыл бұрын
Have a night rod now so problem solved 😂
Did you have to bleed the brakes?
@TonyTheTruckGuy
2 жыл бұрын
I’d highly recommend it. I didn’t haaaaave to, but I could tell the rear brakes weren’t as strong after replacing the switch, so I bled them.
Brake fluid is real trouble for paint . . .
Always use Teflon tape on the threads! And a crescent wrench?! Seriously?!
@TonyTheTruckGuy
6 ай бұрын
The fittings is made of steel and you’re not tightening it to 500 ft lbs. crescent wrench is fine. No other wrenches or thread tape handy, so you do what you can. It always amuses me when people who watch a video to learn how to do something comment on how to do it better 😂
I found a line wrench set..of three wrenches, at advance autoparts, and the 17 mm fits the pressure switch