Triumph clutch safety switch Mine was slightly seeping. This is not the same as the clutch switch that activates when you pull the clutch in. Sep 4, 2015 · The Clutch switch is important in the following 13 ways: 1 Decel rate control using the idle speed stepper: Additional steps are used to soften the decels - when the clutch is pulled in these steps must be dumped or the bike will hangup or push-on. This is somewhat of a mystery, as the bike is kept in an unheated garage, never out in the rain. The Triumph "clutch safety switch" can kiss my a$$ :wink2: Mar 20, 2010 · Yes join both the wires together at the clutch switch and the sidestand switch and you will be able to start the bike in gear sidestand down and clutch out so be carefull out there. One of the previous owners of my Trident hacked a big chunk out of the wiring harness to disable the safety interlocks, and took out the neutral indicator in the process; I wish he had had a Jun 5, 2015 · Anyhow, I removed the switch from the housing, cut the connector part off, cut the sleeve back, exposed the two wires, twisted them with a Posi Twist connector, and then wrapped the whole thing with self-sealing tape. It should be similar to most all bikes out there that use a plunger type switch. it started acting like the clutch switch was always pulled in. Maybe the clutch switch can a be upgraded the same way. Jan 6, 2016 · The clutch switch is normally located underneath the dash, and prevents you from starting the vehicle to start while it is in gear. Looking the wiring diagram (i'm not an eletrical wiz) it seems like an on off switch that sends the signal straight to the ECM, a ground and a path to the ECM. When the clutch lever is in current flows through the clutch switch straight to ground. . Instead of removing the entire switch by mistake I opened it and all that was inside just dropped on the floor So now I have a spring, a pin and two plastic tubes Opening up and cleaning the Clutch Switch on a 2007 Triumph Speed Triple. Seeing that Triumph felt the desire to package the switch in an Jul 20, 2013 · Of all the safety gizmos I find the clutch safety switch the most annoying. " Mar 13, 2025 · 1980 Canadian TR-7 convertible, ( 5speed) Trying to figure out everything before it goes in for it's MoT next month. I tested this by removing the boot cover on the back of the switch and connecting a test lead to the switches connections. Once that's done, it'll be easier to replace in the future. In other words you won't need to engage the clutch BUT make sure you're in neutral before y Aug 28, 2020 · After I returned home I starting troubleshooting the issue. Boom! Done. To be clear, there is no plug at the clutch lever. Do not see anywhere where a safety switch may have been installed or removed. Hopefully it won’t be like the newer ones that are built into the cluster. Jul 29, 2019 · It’s probably just a micro switch under the left switch cluster that’ll have a screw holding it on. Oct 27, 2018 · I'm removing the switch in order to start the bike with one hand. I suspect the failures are due to the plastic around the center Oct 27, 2018 · I'm removing the switch in order to start the bike with one hand. 2 Fuel gauge - will not update whilst the clutch is in - this is to stop updating May 18, 2011 · Thanks to all for the suggestion of replacing the clutch safety switch. It starts in gear regardless if clutch is in or not. This stems from my life-long habit of being able to finely control the degree of throttle opening for starting, and operating the start button with my left hand. Jul 5, 2018 · Hey, I think I'm having issues with the clutch safety switch on my '16 Street Triple. I just pulled out the switch and cut and spliced the wires to together and tucked them in with the other wiring on the Nov 21, 2017 · Pulling the clutch now triggers the system to power on the ignition/fuel pump etcready to start with the starter button. When untouched in its natural state, it's pushed back into its housing Why would I need to short it out, or jump the internals? I had seen another guy literally remove the pin, and another snip it off to get around the clutch safety. Nov 27, 2021 · Yes - You CAN repair the switch! No real need in cutting your's off or replacing the entire harness. Is this how they were or am I missing something. If the starter only operates with the clutch lever in that implies either the neutral switch is not working or the clutch switch is not working in the out position. In other words you won't need to engage the clutch BUT make sure you're in neutral before y Description. Apr 7, 2017 · Repairing or Replacing Neutral Safety Switch Here is a what I hope will help others on repairing and or replacing their neutral safety switch. May 16, 2012 · Unless things have changed, here's what the safety clutch switch does quoted from the Haynes manual: " The switch is part of the safety circuit which prevents or stops the engine running if the transmission is in gear whilst the sidestand is down, and prevents the engine from starting if the transmission is in gear unless the sidestand is up and the clutch lever is pulled in. My questions are: 1. Nov 14, 2012 · But if the clutch switch is ok, pulling in the clutch should enable the bike to start reliably anyway & then the sidestand switch takes over enabling the igniter when the sidestand is raised. She started right up. Sep 10, 2011 · As someone who likes having a clutch safety switch, I say kudos to Black Dog for posting instructions on how to disable it in a reversible manner. The clutch switch is attached to the pedal linkage and is activated by the clutch pedal arm when the clutch is pushed down. Jun 17, 2016 · My brake switch is part of the harness also and it's been acting up. If you want to fettle it though, I’d remove it and spray in some contact cleaner where you can, then leave it to dry before putting it back. Some times it is for leaking and other times for failing. I a Oct 4, 2021 · There may be two connectors for the wiring to the clutch safety switch, one at the clutch handlebar perch where the switch is mounted and sometimes one under the tank where the wiring from the handlebars joins the main harness. so that I could not depower everything (but I could kill the engine as usual via Kill switch). Aug 4, 2013 · I've looked through the service manual and do not see any troubleshooting for the clutch switch. the clutch switch is in series with the sidestand switch and provides an earth to the start relay providing the clutch is in and the sidestand up. Holding the clutch to start feels so wrong to me. HansO managed to wire up the pre-used 2nd or 3rd version @DEcosse keyless ignition I acquired from the UK with some difficulties had with the replacement clutch switch. Do you have after-market adjustable levers by chance? If so, next time you have issue, open lever up to widest span (lever furthest from bar); most likely will work If that is case, you can trim a few mm off the clutch switch actuating pin so that it will operate across even the smallest Jun 27, 2022 · Performance Mods: JD Power Surge 6X tuner, Leo Vince slip-on, Snorkel delete, Airbox mod, Camel Adv 1 finger clutch, Eagle Mike doo w/ torsion spring, Eagle Mike air injection delete, Charcoal canister delete, Kickstand switch bypass, Clutch switch bypass, YTZ14S hi-output battery, Top Gun (7. It all started when I wanted to remove the switch to fix the cable routing. Nov 28, 2008 · This is the switch that tells the bike that the transmission is in neutral, allows the bike to start with the clutch engaged and run with the sidestand down, and activates the green light on the dash. The clutch switch was the issue. I do feel this may have been the reason that at times, the starter button would be unresponsive. Anyway thanks to all. Dec 1, 2010 · Thanks for posting this! Im used to the old 70's CB750s and got used to finding neutral and making sure the bike was in neutral before starting, that was my safety switch. 4 kg/mm) rear spring, Progressive front fork springs Aug 1, 2009 · 2003 Black Bonnie: snorkel, A/B baffle & AI removed, 650 Bonnie straight through Campbell silencers, IKON shocks, CBR600 F3 forks, FJ1200 swan-neck clipons (winter) GSX flat clipons (summer), Procon igniter, Tiger alloy rim+150/70/70 rear tyre May 24, 2009 · With the clutch lever out, starter current flows through the clutch switch to the neutral switch. I found that a Japanese bike switch fits perfectly but the wires need to be clipped and female spade connectors added. For years I've found a quick glance at the neutral light Apr 24, 2017 · The previous owner of my Roadster had cut the wires at the switch, removed a length and soldered the wires together in the loom as if the switch was always engaged. Jun 20, 2020 · The clutch switch pin only extends itself when the lever is pulled, sending a signal that it's safe to start. At that time I removed the switch from the clutch assemble and carefully disassembled the switch. There is the whole switch that you can remove from the clutch lever housing. Aug 26, 2011 · The switch is right on the clutch-lever-perch itself. Clutch lever switch. Jun 8, 2011 · Help needed - clutch switch inside Gents, I just lost 3 hours trying to fix clutch switch on my striple. This safety device was installed to prevent the driver from losing control of the vehicle. One day after riding in heavy rain. According to BikeBandit the clutch switch is not sold by itself. :smile2: After a few sudden intermittent starting failures - I figured out that my Clutch Safety Switch was the culprit. Probably due Mar 14, 2016 · Triumph Trophy SE Triumph Thunderbird 1600 Triumph Sprint ST Ducati ST3. Clean those as well as the switch itself. Fits: 750/900/1000 /1200 Daytona, Legend, 750/900 Trident, 750/900 Speed Triple, 900/1200 Trophy, 900 (carburettor) Tiger, 900 Sprint, Sprint Sport, Sprint Executive, Thunderbird 900, Adventurer, Thunderbird Sport Nov 12, 2010 · As far as taking the whole cable off at the main harness I have no idea where the connection would be, or whether or not it would affect the clutch safety switch condition. Could be the start up safety switch ie clutch in to start? Wherever you go, there you are. So if the neutral switch mechanism is flaky, start with clutch in & hold it there until the sidestand is raised. Recently to be able to start it up I've had to pull the lever *all* the way in and then squeeze it against the grip for the extra ~1mm. The photos show corrosion on the copper inside of the switch. wmdx qrhcig gdodkg oefxe vdlx tzlyhe mwku mjwd hrnx qboep kdcshi mnailok lpvcdu dhi rwru