Kawasaki 1400 GTR

1400 GTR - All Models => 1400GTR Discussion => Topic started by: Ian H yorkshire on July 07, 2015, 09:38:00 PM

Title: Headlights Not Working
Post by: Ian H yorkshire on July 07, 2015, 09:38:00 PM
Hi there, just bought an 09 reg GTR, but soon realised both headlights arent working neither dipped or full beam work (just the 2 centre side lights) - I've changed the bulbs, and checked fuses under the seat - which are fine. Can anyone help. Thanks
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: Kwikasfuki on July 07, 2015, 09:51:32 PM
Hi and welcome

Could be a break in the wiring? I'd check near the wiring near the forks.
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: trousersnake01 on July 07, 2015, 09:55:49 PM
What about relay switches, are they plugged in. Im wondering if the previous owner had after market lights which were removed prior to selling
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: trousersnake01 on July 07, 2015, 09:57:15 PM
Have you put a meter across the wiring to see if there is power going to the bulbs , could be an earth wire
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: Charlie747 on July 07, 2015, 10:13:48 PM
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Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: Ian H yorkshire on July 08, 2015, 07:00:48 AM
Thanks for the advice - will look at those points tonight. Cheers
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: O.C. on July 08, 2015, 07:03:02 AM
Welcome along Ian.

As has already been said, first check to ensure there is power to the lights ~ check fuses   :yes: 
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: Martin#30 on July 08, 2015, 01:24:22 PM
Ian,

I had the same problem a year or so ago.

Short version of the story is the regulator/rectifier failed, which blew the main underseat relay box, which then loses both headlights.

Long version is detailed here with some fault finding help and pictures - http://www.gtr1400.co.uk/forums/index.php?topic=3777.0

I would measure the battery voltage with the bike running, mine was only showing 12.2V when it should have been 14.4V. If your charging voltage is unusual, I reckon you may have the same problem as me.

Martin
Title: Re: Headlights Not Working
Post by: topo on July 08, 2015, 02:02:31 PM
Hi ,

your bike take rain or you wash recently???

If yes,  you have to spray a spray against moisture and then something like WD40....because the devio-lights block is quite permeable to moisture.. :smiley:

try it ...it's easy and cheapper solutions :mfr_lol: