Instrument Lights.....odd one?

[BTBR]

Rode to work this morning and thought I was going mad, as the dash lights were off but the headlights were on

Looked down next time and they were back on again...WTF????

The headlights are not affected, its just the instrument lights seem to have a mind of thier own.

Tried the moving the electrical connection at the rear of the cluster thinking that it might be a bad connection, but it makes no differance.

But if you park up and leave the engine running they go on and off at random. No set pattern, to it and I cannot make them do it either.

Arrrrr well, I feel a warranty claim coming up

 

[ROLLINSDAN]

Arrrrr well, I feel a warranty claim coming up

It's just a shame you may have modified your wiring on the bike to add additional lights...... Possibly to void your warranty

 

[Deleted account 211025001]

Suspect the following will have a lot to do with grannies and eggs

The headlight is independent of the instrument lights.

Lights are always on and insrtrument lights are controlled by a light sensor mounted inbetween the clocks.

Mine will come on and off as I pass by hedges that cast a shadow on what is otherwise a bright sunny day - is this what yours are doing?

Maybe the light sensor is playing up

Andres

 

[Dutchman]

They all do that sir........

.......the instrument lights are controlled automatically by the light sensitive cell at the bottom of the instrument panel.....(doubles as the alarm light, if fitted)..........

Dutch

 

[(RIP) Kaister]

it sees you're unfamiliar with that machine in your garage that is adorned with lots of shiny bits - heres a few tips.....




Before you ride your new motorcycle read your manual. If your bike is second hand and did not come with the original manual you should be able to find a specific one for your make and model at your local bike store or at a major book shop.

Remember motorcycles typically consist of general basic parts/controls.

Right side handlebar accelerator control

Right side handlebar brake control

Left side handlebar brake control

Left side handlebar clutch

Foot-pedal gear shifter

Speed and fuel gages

If you have never ridden before a friend should be able to run you through how to start your bike and run through basic postures and how to accelerate, decelerate, clutch and brake control. The brakes are the first thing to familiarise yourself with.

You should never attempt to ride a motorbike without an experienced rider present.

Take your time and familiarise yourself with the controls and posture before you switch on the engine. Make sure your pedals and handlebars are properly adjusted and you are comfortable. Always have your first riding experiences in a deserted car park or some other isolated area where the risks of accidents are reduced,
Getting back on the road is becoming ever more popular among mainly middle aged men who are rekindling the love affair that existed with bikes when they were younger. But returning to motorbikes needs to be a cautious affair for your own safety as accidents often occur in the first few weeks of getting back on a bike. Bikes now are faster, lighter and more technological complex than they were even a couple of decades ago. They now have disc brakes, traction control and anti-lock brakes. Roads are also busier and some may argue more dangerous with less courtesy on the roads. You need to take extra care when starting out again especially if you have purchased a powerful machine. Concentration must be maintained at all times. Training should be considered even if you regard yourself as a competent driver because it's best to start again with best practices. Basic and advanced training courses are widely available through the UK.

 

[Les Wassall]

Is this the first time you have rode the bike?

 

[BTBR]

It's just a shame you may have modified your wiring on the bike to add additional lights...... Possibly to void your warranty

Well there you go see, coz the first owner paid for a BMW dealer to fit the lights

And I also have the receipt to confirm that...

 

[ROLLINSDAN]

Well there you go see, coz the first owner paid for a BMW dealer to fit the lights

And I also have the receipt to confirm that...

No worries there then, I worked as an electrician for an OEM, even WE couldn't modify the harness in any way, shape or form because it would invalidate the warranty......

 

[BTBR]

it sees you're unfamiliar with that machine in your garage that is adorned with lots of shiny bits - heres a few tips.....




Before you ride your new motorcycle read your manual. If your bike is second hand and did not come with the original manual you should be able to find a specific one for your make and model at your local bike store or at a major book shop.

Remember motorcycles typically consist of general basic parts/controls.

Right side handlebar accelerator control

Right side handlebar brake control

Left side handlebar brake control

Left side handlebar clutch

Foot-pedal gear shifter

Speed and fuel gages

If you have never ridden before a friend should be able to run you through how to start your bike and run through basic postures and how to accelerate, decelerate, clutch and brake control. The brakes are the first thing to familiarise yourself with.

You should never attempt to ride a motorbike without an experienced rider present.

Take your time and familiarise yourself with the controls and posture before you switch on the engine. Make sure your pedals and handlebars are properly adjusted and you are comfortable. Always have your first riding experiences in a deserted car park or some other isolated area where the risks of accidents are reduced,
Getting back on the road is becoming ever more popular among mainly middle aged men who are rekindling the love affair that existed with bikes when they were younger. But returning to motorbikes needs to be a cautious affair for your own safety as accidents often occur in the first few weeks of getting back on a bike. Bikes now are faster, lighter and more technological complex than they were even a couple of decades ago. They now have disc brakes, traction control and anti-lock brakes. Roads are also busier and some may argue more dangerous with less courtesy on the roads. You need to take extra care when starting out again especially if you have purchased a powerful machine. Concentration must be maintained at all times. Training should be considered even if you regard yourself as a competent driver because it's best to start again with best practices. Basic and advanced training courses are widely available through the UK.

Excellant, many thanks I have printed it off and put it in my tank bag, just in case

Is this the first time you have rode the bike?

Actually the second time this year

First time was yesterday, but never noticed the panel lights going on or off before, that said it is the first time that I have used the GS tankbag

It would seem that maybe it is the light sensor thingey cutting in and out.

Where abouts is this sensor?

 

[Deleted account 211025001]

Where abouts is this sensor?

Feckin 'ell - sod RTFM have a read of at least two of the posts on this thread

Wrong time of the month is it

Andres

 

[BTBR]

Feckin 'ell - sod RTFM have a read of at least two of the posts on this thread

Wrong time of the month is it

Andres

Yes you do indeed make a valid point, as I seem to have missed reading post number 4

Just rode home in the dark and everything was as it should be, so I guess that it was the sensor switching the panel lights on and off.

Stupid idea anyway if you ask me

As for RTFM, yet another good point. Other than the fact that I was at work and the manual was at home

So shove that up yer pipe and smoke it