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Trigger Switch
My trigger switch doesn't seem to be working. I cannot change the display from total mileage. I can hold the switch down and turn on the ignition to go to Diagnostic, but it won't advance beyond that. It got a wash at the dealer, but was working on the way home as I reset trip A when I filled up. Looked up the part number and it says it's 71500236, but when I do a search on some dealer sites only 71500236A shows up. Is that the right part?
That is a NEW part number Any time HD changes part numbers they add a letter @ the end of the part numberOriginally Posted by 52edub
I had mine changed on my 15 twice
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
Yes it is, the A at the end is HD way of coding a new and improved part next a B then a C
SWITCHPACK,HC,LH,BEZEL&CRUISE,
Reference: HD-71500236A
Brand: Harley-Davidson®
MPN: 71500236A
Condition: New product
Supercedes: 71500236
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
Have you tried spraying a little WD40 in it, then blow it out with some compressed air? It could just be moisture in there causing it not to work.
I think the button is sealed and the moving trigger just presses on it. I did spray some electrical contact cleaner in the hole and will try some air later.
Why isn't there an illuminated option like other touring bikes. If I have to replace the switch it would be nice to upgrade. Typical HD
I dunno why HD made these switches all 1 unit
I see why they have a high rate of failure now
## 14 is the switch unit The trigger button is just a button
I am seeing alot of problems with water intrusion
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
It looks a little beyond my capability to replace it. I did find the part for $139 bucks so that's not too bad. Now will have to find out how much my dealer will charge to put it in. The tech I talked to about the problem knew exactly what was wrong so maybe they do have some kind of failure rate.
Dry it out good It may start working again
Tho It is an on going problem IMO
I try to keep as much water away from the switches when washing the trike
I hope your dealer detail guy was on his game and did not get TOO much water in the switch
Did you talk to service about good willing the part?
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
What year trike?
2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
A 2015
They probably improved it with the upgrade, knowing it was a problem.
Possibly there is a technical service bulletin on it?
2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
Didn't find one
No luck on getting the switch to work with either air or contact cleaner. Bought a new switch assembly (there were three on the shelf) at my dealer who matched internet pricing. That many switch assemblies on the shelf makes me think there is a failure rate of some sort. I know the clutch switch can fail.
When you say new switch assembly, what does that include?
2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
When my LS trigger went south, the dealer replaced the entire switch half
It appears to be all integrated into 1 unit non serviceable individually smart move on The MOCO part
71500236 SWITCH PACK, LEFT HAND CONTROL, 185.49 163.49
Retail Your price
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
You are correct it is a complete switch assembly. There are no individual switches. It wraps around the handlebar with one plug in. I'll get a picture tomorrow and load it up.
See #8
I had this replaced on my 15 Freewheeler
Nuff Said," Were Burnin Daylight, Lets Ride"(Sober 37 years)
Current ride : 2021 FREEWHEELER M8, oldest ride 1960 FL
Pictures. Last two pictures point (with pen) to the clutch switch (backside of switch assembly) and the trigger switch (top of the switch assembly).
My switch assembly woes continue. I had the new assembly installed by my dealer. Yea, the trigger switch is working and all is well. Well almost, the bike will not start in gear. The clutch switch is defective. Next woe, surprise a new part number 71500236B as the A part number has been superceded. It's also on back order and won't be in till after my departure next week for Daytona. I had my old bad switch put back in as I would rather not have a bike that can't start in gear. I will now have to make a note of my mileage to keep myself from running in to low fuel problems. Here's hoping for a warm Bike Week.
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