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Knowledge Base - backoff

My motorcycle’s brake light wiring is only a two (2) wire system (power and ground), and the power wire is also doubles as my running light source. Do any of your BackOFF modules work with my brake light setup?

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For that particular brake wiring setup, our BackOFF modules can work, but you would have to wire the BackOFF module to the brake SWITCH wire instead of the brake light wire. The brake light wiring is considered a “variable voltage system” in which partial power is sent through the brake wire to act as a running light. When signal is sent from the brake switches, full power is sent through brake wire. Our BackOFF modules require a dedicated 12V on/off source of power to function properly. This setup is commonly found on Victory motorcycles (as well as some British motorcycles and Japanese motorcycles).

Are flashing brake light(s) technically “legal”?

Most (if not all) State motorcycle handbooks recommend that you pump your brakes to flash your brakes to increase rear end visibility while coming to a stop. Our BackOFF brake light modules automates this recommendation for you while you're stopped or stopping. Our BackOFF brake light modules automatically facilitate compliance with these State handbooks, and enhance safety and rear end [...]

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My vehicle does NOT have a center dedicated brake light. Can I install a brake light module on my combination brake light/turn signal lights?

Our BackOFF modules require a center dedicated brake light to function (or in the case of the Wig Wag module, two dedicated brake lights that do not double as your turn signals). If you install any of our BackOFF modules on your combination brake light/turn signal lights, it can confuse drivers behind you on which way you are turning because [...]

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Will the Original BackOFF Brake Light Module, Part Number 01001, work with LED brake light(s)?

We normally recommend our BackOFF XP Brake Light Module, Part Number 01004, instead for motorcycles with LED brake light(s). The BackOFF XP module works with both LED lighting or standard incandescent bulb(s), or a combination of both type of lighting. Because LED(s) draw less of a “load” of power through the system, our Original BackOFF Brake Light Module may [...]

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Can I use a brake light module on my turn signals?

No you cannot. If you have a brake light module installed on your brake light and turn signals, the flash pattern can be confusing to following vehicles when you are turning and braking at the same time, like at a red light.

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