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Westfaling · 10-19-2010, 10:03 PM

I can't get the high beams (Brights) to work on my 2006 Katana. The flash to pass works to bring on the high beams but the "Dimmer Switch" doesn't. I pulled the switch apart and it looked fine as did the cable connector behind the fairing. Any thoughts?
Thanks

The_AirHawk · 10-20-2010, 08:31 AM

It has to be in that switch - IIRC the "Flash to pass" is merely a momentary-switch that jumpers-across the Hi-Lo-beam latching switch.

Did you go-ahead and clean & lube the switch while you had it apart? Use silicone-grease or some other plastic-safe lube, petro-lubes will break-down plastic.

seruzawa · 10-20-2010, 09:59 AM

I'd check the relay.

The_AirHawk · 10-20-2010, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seruzawa

I'd check the relay.

Is there even a separate relay for hi-beam? Sure, there's one to keep the headlights-off until the bike's started - but I don't believe it does anything other than provide power to the hi-lo and flash switch.

To be certain, I would check a MANUAL with a good wiring-diagram.......

The_AirHawk · 10-20-2010, 10:44 AM

Hey! Look what a lil' Scroogling found: 1998-2007 Suzuki GSX600F & GSX750F Katana Online Service Manual : Cyclepedia Press LLC Online Workshop Manuals for ATVs, Motorcycles and Scooters

Westfaling · 10-21-2010, 08:44 PM

Guys
Thanks for the help. I put the multi meter on the handlebar switch and the multi pin connector - all seemed fine. Then I happened to turn on the ignition with the switch unplugged and the headlight still came on. (It's on all the time on my bike). After reviewing the wiring diagram I noticed that the main beam power supply runs through the right hand starter switch!. I checked the connector and there seemed to be a problem so I pulled the switch apart and found a broken soldered connection. I totally stuffed the switch trying to re-solder it (melted plastic everywhere) so new one is on order but at least I found the problem.

Westfaling · 10-21-2010, 08:45 PM

Guys
Thanks for the help. I put the multi meter on the handlebar switch and the multi pin connector - all seemed fine. Then I happened to turn on the ignition with the switch unplugged and the headlight still came on. (It's on all the time on my bike). After reviewing the wiring diagram I noticed that the main beam power supply runs through the right hand starter switch!. I checked the connector and there seemed to be a problem so I pulled the switch apart and found a broken soldered connection. I totally stuffed the switch trying to re-solder it (melted plastic everywhere) so new one is on order but at least I found the problem.

10-19-2010, 10:03 PM	#1
Westfaling Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3	GSX 750F Lighting Problem I can't get the high beams (Brights) to work on my 2006 Katana. The flash to pass works to bring on the high beams but the "Dimmer Switch" doesn't. I pulled the switch apart and it looked fine as did the cable connector behind the fairing. Any thoughts? Thanks

10-20-2010, 08:31 AM	#2
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Livin' in a Van: down by the Mariana Trench Posts: 10,891	It has to be in that switch - IIRC the "Flash to pass" is merely a momentary-switch that jumpers-across the Hi-Lo-beam latching switch. Did you go-ahead and clean & lube the switch while you had it apart? Use silicone-grease or some other plastic-safe lube, petro-lubes will break-down plastic. __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

10-20-2010, 09:59 AM	#3
seruzawa Robby Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 16,803	I'd check the relay. __________________ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched c-beams glitter in the dark near the Tanhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.

10-20-2010, 10:44 AM	#5
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Livin' in a Van: down by the Mariana Trench Posts: 10,891	Hey! Look what a lil' Scroogling found: 1998-2007 Suzuki GSX600F & GSX750F Katana Online Service Manual : Cyclepedia Press LLC Online Workshop Manuals for ATVs, Motorcycles and Scooters __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

10-21-2010, 08:45 PM	#7
Westfaling Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3	Problem was in the starter switch!! Guys Thanks for the help. I put the multi meter on the handlebar switch and the multi pin connector - all seemed fine. Then I happened to turn on the ignition with the switch unplugged and the headlight still came on. (It's on all the time on my bike). After reviewing the wiring diagram I noticed that the main beam power supply runs through the right hand starter switch!. I checked the connector and there seemed to be a problem so I pulled the switch apart and found a broken soldered connection. I totally stuffed the switch trying to re-solder it (melted plastic everywhere) so new one is on order but at least I found the problem.

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10-21-2010, 08:44 PM	#6
Westfaling Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3	Guys Thanks for the help. I put the multi meter on the handlebar switch and the multi pin connector - all seemed fine. Then I happened to turn on the ignition with the switch unplugged and the headlight still came on. (It's on all the time on my bike). After reviewing the wiring diagram I noticed that the main beam power supply runs through the right hand starter switch!. I checked the connector and there seemed to be a problem so I pulled the switch apart and found a broken soldered connection. I totally stuffed the switch trying to re-solder it (melted plastic everywhere) so new one is on order but at least I found the problem.