Motorcycle Repair: Honda CL175 Electrical trouble, honda cl175, vintage honda

Question
Hi,
I'm restoring my vintage Honda, and I've managed to get everything working, except for a few electrical odds and ends and most of it seems to be in the switches.

1) The low-beam only comes on when the bike is in full-throttle
2) The switch that turns the brake light on when i press the front brake is broken and I don't know where to find a replacement
3) my turn signals won't flash after a few replacement flashers.

Do you think you can help me?

Thanks,
Chris

Answer
Chris, it sounds like you have a charging problem.  The electical system won't work properly unless the battery is fully charged. The alternator bearly puts out enough current to maintain the battery.  If the battery is low, the blinkers don't work and the lights are real dim.

Regards
Rich