Honda ss50 indicators

[mike the bike]

It could still be an earth fault.   If the headlamp circuit is losing a couple of volts because of a bad earth then revving the engine will increase the voltage at the battery but will still be less volts across the bulb because of the poor earth return.  I get it all the time at work;  engineers not checking the neutral voltage.

[Bryanj]

I think the Headlamp works direct from a coil in the generator, yes a bad earth will reduce power on anything but so will a corroded power connector or switch or even a bad generator, these magnets are getting old, just like most of us now

[Pmd31421]

Hi def not the earths . I ran individual cables back to the battery - .pole.
However the taillight is now working , even tho the stubborn headlight still won't have none of it .
I didn't realise bike had to be running for lights , even tho it's not made any difference .
Check the charging voltage at battery with engine running ..... approx 6.57 volts .

[hairygit]

May seem a silly question, but have you tested the headlight bulb to be sure it's working? If that checks out okay, test the wires from the headlight back to each join/ connection, working back through the high/low beam switch (I'm assuming you are aware that the ign switch controls the lights on/off on some Ss50 models) then trace back to ign switch, paying special attention to all bullet connectors for cleanliness and tightness. Let us knowvhow those checks go.

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[petermigreen]

Hi , going to check all the earths . Indicators light up but just stay on they don't flash , even with motor running . Headlight .....nothing front or back , although brake light works . Check bulbs they all ok ..

Is the flasher relay okay? Also check lamp wattages are correct as incorrect wattage lamps installed will affect the operation of the indicators
Peter