blinker problems

[Crucialval]

ok so I know there are a lot of threads about L.E.D.s but I think I have a new problem.

I already did the diodes on the indicator, but It's still not working correctly.

when I signal right it blinks really slow and doesn't shut off completely wail blinking. when I signal left sometimes it blinks fine and others, it just glows.

what's going on

[NiceGuysFinishLast]

diodes != resistors

[werase643]

hey Val,

take your blinker relay to advance auto and get an electronic relay  for 8 bucks.....it should fix the prob.

the little lights don't draw enuf current to properly operate(heat up) the bimetalic strip in the mechanical relay

[Crucialval]

thanks! I'll do that tomarrow.

[The Buddha]

A wagner 552 - now $8 ... I only paid like $2 ... the $8 one is the fancy schwancy transparent with its own LED type dealio ... yea ... I aint doing that.
Cool.
Srinath.

[WREX]

yeah, the electronic relay thing (or one that isn't load dependent) is a better solution the resistors imo.  resistors have a little extra cutting/wiring and generate heat while the relay just plugs into the existing wiring.

[NiceGuysFinishLast]

Don't forget to check your blinker fluid. It could be low. Also, never mix Front Blinker Fluid with Rear Blinker Fluid.

[Crucialval]

ya I already blead them!

I used to have girls go in th parts store for us and ask for bliker fluid all the time, it was great.

[ohgood]

Don't forget to check your blinker fluid. It could be low. Also, never mix Front Blinker Fluid with Rear Blinker Fluid.

LOL

[Crucialval]

Just so everyone knows, I did the diodes at the indicator and the electric flasher and the system now works correctly.

Thanks for everyones help.

[Super Shadow]

i would like to replace my signals with leds.  where is the flasher located and where do i have to wire in resistors or do i have to do that alt all with replacing the flasher.

[starwalt]

i would like to replace my signals with leds.  where is the flasher located and where do i have to wire in resistors or do i have to do that alt all with replacing the flasher.

If you are handy with electronics - you can do this. The flasher is under the body plastics on the right side of the bike.

John Bates has a niftly schematic of an LED mod...


The unmodified version of your GS turn signals is....


There is also a FAQ on doing this with links to many a thread...
LED FAQ

Good luck and let us know if we can help.