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Dxg
| Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 - 12:24 pm: |
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It looks like I may need to replace my rear brake light switch. It screws into the master cylinder. Is it a pressure switch, and if so will I need to bleed the system after replacing it? In other words, will I let air into the master cylinder when I remove the switch? 2008 1125R (Message edited by dxg on March 29, 2021) |
Oldog
| Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 - 12:51 pm: |
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Yes its a pressure switch, I would recommend the bleed |
Dxg
| Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 - 08:34 pm: |
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Got it. Thank you. Follow-up question for anyone who has replaced the switch. Will fluid weep out when you remove the switch? Is it better to empty the reservoir/cylinder first? I hate to have brake fluid dripping everywhere. |
Jj5cool1
| Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 - 10:40 pm: |
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Yes it will pretty much pour out. I recommended draining it and having water ready to rinse off any brake fluid that spills on painted surfaces. And yes you’ll need to bleed it afterwards. Here is a link to the Buell repair manuals: https://www.twinmotorcycles.nl/artikelen.asp?cid=6 &aid=1228 |
1125rz
| Posted on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - 02:24 pm: |
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Put a plastic bag between reservoir & cap . Will help a little |
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