Why, why, why,

[Bobo]

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Perfect, keep it simple I always say. I have a BMW Z4 that doesn’t make that clicking noise when the signals are on and I always forget to cancel them. The device that makes that sound is on a circuit board behind the instrument cluster and a huge pain to replace. I may have to use something like that.

 

[ToSlow]

So then they don't work always then.
BTW that is not how they work.

Somewhat yes they do.

Yes, Harley-Davidson self-canceling turn signals primarily use the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) combined with a bank angle (tilt) sensor to determine when to turn off. The system calculates distance based on speed and cancels signals after a set number of flashes (usually around 20) or after completing a turn.

 

[adri]

Was out Sunday with a buddy and he left his signal on every second turn it seemed.

Maybe the question isn't why aren't manufacturers standardizing self-cancelling turn signals.

Maybe the question is why are you riding with someone who can't even remember to turn his signals off?

I think your disappointment is misplaced.

 

[veteq]

Won't manufacturers put self cancelling signals on bikes! Was out Sunday with a buddy and he left his signal on every second turn it seemed.

All the new electronic whiz bang but a safety feature like this is left out. Riddle me that one.

Goldwings from the early 80s had them - not rocket science. Took the system off my last dragwing. The whole thing would pretty much fit in a shot glass.

Many have it, mine Ducati's have them, so does some of the triumph's

 

[timtune]

Maybe the question isn't why aren't manufacturers standardizing self-cancelling turn signals.

Maybe the question is why are you riding with someone who can't even remember to turn his signals off?

I think your disappointment is misplaced.

No. I don't believe it is. I don't ride in big groups. I ride with a small group that I have ridden with for a couple decades. Guys that I expect would have a similar number of miles under their belt as you do. At some point in most rides it happens. When it does it's a safety hazard.

It's the reason I mostly only signal by hand.

 

[ToSlow]

No. I don't believe it is. I don't ride in big groups. I ride with a small group that I have ridden with for a couple decades. Guys that I expect would have a similar number of miles under their belt as you do. At some point in most rides it happens. When it does it's a safety hazard.

It's the reason I mostly only signal by hand.

Might be an age factor?

 

[timtune]

Might be an age factor?

I think it's a memory factor. You're watching the road not the dash, you don't see the light blinking and simply forget. Do a big group ride with newbies (if you dare) and you'll see the same thing.

Happens most times when I do a demo ride.

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