2011 R3 Touring

[Journeyman]

You may not necessarily need a new one. If the switch works but the terminals are touching that could be it, or a loose or broken wire. Make sure when you reassemble, or install a new one, not to pinch those terminals together.

 

[Journeyman]

Here’s a cut and paste I wrote about this that you may find useful ….

Here's what the switch looks like. Tip: to remove it there is a small square opening on the bottom of the clutch lever just below the switch. Push up with a small screwdriver or pick while pulling out on the switch- comes right out.

You can see on my old switch below where the wire is completely broken on the right side and the two connectors are pinched together. I think we accidentally squeeze these together when removing or installing the switch. When that happens the bike thinks the clutch is always in- no wonder in runs better now too.

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