Why does my headlight on my scooter dim when the brake is applied?
by Kym
(Adelaide, South Australia)
Hello... I own a new Kymco Vibe 50cc. The headlight dims markedly when I use the brakes, &/or when indicating. When indicating, the headlight dims & brightens in time with indicators. A bit embarrassing!
It doesn't do this when idling.
The Vibe headlight doesn't have high/low option, but a very good fixed beam. It was checked out at the first service. The report was "No problem. The headlight & brakes are on different circuits, so shouldn't be an issue" - words to that effect.
But at that time I didn't realize the headlight brightness was OK while idling, which is how the mechanic probably tested the lights. So I will let the mechanic know at the 2nd (1000 k) service.
My questions: Has anyone else had a similar problem? Could it be the alternator?
I would like to get some ideas before getting it seen to.
This is a safety issue also. For instance when braking night time at intersections in the rain, not good to have a dim headlight. (I wear a bright reflective vest to help protect my wife's investment - me that is, not the scooter!)
Thanks... Kym
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