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Old 01-05-2010, 04:27 PM
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Ignition switch relocation and amp rating

I am doing a street fighter convertion, and am going to have to relocate the ignition switch. Does anybody have any idea?

Option 1 - relocate the stock switch. This isn't a good option because of the size of the ignition switch including the steering lock mechanism. Where could I mount this silly thing without it looking out of place? Not my favorite option.

Option 2 (preferred) - put an aftermarket switch in an alternate location. There are a couple decent looking options out there. In looking at the wiring schematic, it appears that there is quite a load that goes through the ignition switch. Anybody have any idea what the current rating of the switch would be? Anybody use an aftermarket switch that works well?

Option 3 - I could use a toggle switch and hide it somewhere where it can't be easily identified. This is the least secure option, however I don't have much of security issue where I live or ride. Again, what kind of rating would I need?

Any ideas would be appreciated.
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Old 01-05-2010, 05:18 PM
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You must be really going all out, having to relocate the ignition. What are you doing to the upper triple?
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Old 01-05-2010, 06:56 PM
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Maybe you could adapt something from a Goldwing proximately ignition interlock with it's "keyless" fob!
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Old 01-06-2010, 01:16 PM
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I have a 929/954 front end with 1 1/8 fat bars. I am using a headlight assembly that will sit nice and tight up against the forks and upper triple clamp, and the ignition switch is just in the way. I could use a bracket to push it out, but there are two problems with that; I don't like the way it looks space out that much, and the Acewell that I intend to use will be more difficult to fit. For the cleanest, most desirable build, I have to relocate the ignition switch. I already cut the ignition mounting bracket off of the top triple, so I am committed to the relocation effort.

I have found a lot of good looking aftermarket options, I just don't know about the amp rating.

Thanks for any information!
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Old 01-06-2010, 03:26 PM
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The is very little current in there, about 2-3 amps, so get at least a 5 amp switch
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