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Horn inop. See thread for details.

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by MBFTY, Sep 14, 2014.

  1. MBFTY

    MBFTY Member

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    My horn isnt working when activated. So far I have replaced the fusebox with a new unit from XJ4ever. Carbs are currently out of the bike being overhauled. New battery installed. Bike cranks and blinkers and tailight and brakelight work normally.

    Is there a relay for the horn, or are the horns excited by the switch on the handlebars? If there is a relay, where is it located? I live in New Jersey, and honking at people is standard operating procedure.
     
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    Is there power going to the horn. You may need to buy a new horn. And I would check the switch in the handlebar, the connections may just need a good cleaning.
     
    burger, Sep 14, 2014
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    Make sure the connections to the horns are good and you should take the horn button apart and clean it with electrical contact cleaner.
     
    wrenchmonkey, Sep 15, 2014
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    There is no relay. The above suggestions are spot on. You can test the horns with a 9v battery and lengths of wire. The horns are inside the headlight bucket.
     
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