Brake switch replacement

[Russell]

I have this brake/turn signal light on both of my MB's. However I've had two of the stock brake switches fail or go intermittent. Tired of wondering if the cager behind me knows I am stopping, I have installed this switch setup. Shown installed with without switch enclosure.
Brake switch wire has to be extended.

 

[Fossil]

Good idea! That should work well. Is the switch weather resistant? That's the only thing I see that might cause an issue.

 

[Russell]

I'm not to concerned about the switch being watertight. The cheap control that it hooks to isn't even weathertight. I avoid riding in bad weather, but have been caught in the rain a few times.
Mabey I should work on a waterproof control.

 

[Elmo]

Where did you find the microswitch? Very good idea.
Elmo

 

[Russell]

Found switchs on ebay(where I buy most of my bike stuff). Cost $4 for 10 switches plus $3.50 shipping. If you would like one, Pm me and I'll drop one in the mail N/C.

 

[HoughMade]

I like that brake light switch- elegant in its simplicity and looks like a lot easier to install than what I came up with. Nice work.

 

[Russell]

Thanks Houghmade,
Simple is my speciality, however simplicity is not always the best. Time will tell. Your bike is one of about 6 pic's of MB's I keep pinned up in my shop.