[nsxdude82]

I am trying to do some custom work for a front headlight on my ZX 11

When I turn the key on, I am not getting voltage from the front head light wiring. But I remember some bikes need the bike to be running or at least hit
the start button before the front headlight comes on. Is that the case with the 11 ?

Thanks
Todd

 

[Claude]

Yes, the starter button must have been activated before the headlight goes on.

 

[NoSaint]

My headlight on my 1991 zx11 turns on when the ignition is in he on position. When I turn the key the headlight goes out, but when the bike starts the headlight turns back on.
The only time the headlight does not remain on is when I bump start the bike in gear without using the starter. Then the headlight will stay off. However. If I hit the starter button real quick with even so much as a tiny jolt before bump starting in gear the headlight will remain on after starting. This is good to remember if you have not got enough power to start the bike and have to push start it togethome in the dark!

 

[Jcgonzal]

I’m with Claude on this one. My ‘93 (C) headlight doesn’t turn on until the starter button has been pressed.

 

[Blainethemono]

True, the D model Headlight doesnt activate until starter button is pushed....

 

[H.S.]

Hello,

My '92 ZX-11 operates as yours does: turn igition on and headlight comes on; press ignition switch and light goes out until the engine starts then headlight comes back on.

I believe this is correct as it provides the starter with as much current as possible by reducing the draw from the headlight during cranking.

H.