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hardtime
08-27-2004, 06:28 PM
I have successfully added a brake light on my 400EX with both front and rear switches. Thanks for all those who provided input (special thanks to tprender).

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/fswitch.jpg
$15 for K&S #12-0010 Hydraulic Switch

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/hswitch.jpg
Special thanks to tprender (clutch/neutral switch)

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/handlebar.jpg
Picture of finished wiring on handlebars

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/lens.jpg
$7.50 for 2 plugs and bulbs in factory lens

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/tail.jpg
Tail light only

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/brake.jpg
Brake light only

http://www.fidnet.com/~tmax/allburn.jpg
Brake & tail lights both on

Total time was about 2 hours. All connections were either soldered or bullet connector plugged. All wiring was shrink tubed. Super clean and really easy.
03EX
08-27-2004, 07:45 PM
that looks great, thanks for the info and pics! I was looking on adding a brake light too!!
JDiablo
08-27-2004, 07:54 PM
that looks rad,very cool:cool:
Rip_Tear
08-27-2004, 08:03 PM
looks good! How much was the front brake switch?
hardtime
08-27-2004, 08:34 PM
The front switch came from exriders member tprender. Its the clutch/neutral switch from the parking brake/clutch assembly. The front brake assembly is already made to accept that switch. Reckin' Honda just decided against it for whatever reason but sure makes it easy.
JOEX
08-27-2004, 09:30 PM
Looks great!

Tell me about the bulbs and sockets you used. I want to use an LED light but they cost more than I want to spend for this.
hardtime
08-27-2004, 10:04 PM
I used a side marker socket assembly made by Calterm, #08591. $2.99 at the local parts store. Uses the same bulb as tail light.

http://www.camsmx5.com/techpark9.jpg

I just drilled a couple of holes and popped them in. They are made out of a "soft" plastic and easily pushed/twisted in.
hardtime
08-27-2004, 10:21 PM
Fo those interested, the front switch is $10 at Plant Honda. Part #35340-ML4-005 (SWITCH, FR. STOP) The bracket is not needed, just a 4mm X 1/4" screw (I think thats the right size) 0.16 at the hardware store. Your local dealer or this website's sponsors might have a better deal... dunno.
r-exrider0003
08-28-2004, 10:20 AM
so how much did you spend on this all together?
hardtime
08-28-2004, 11:45 AM
All total, around $31. I already had wiring, fuse block, shrink tubing, zip ties and connectors.
JOEX
08-28-2004, 10:38 PM
Thanks for the info hardtime:)