78 R100s directional signals blowing fuses
![Matthew Hintlian](https://www.airheads.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/abc-logo-190x190-1.png)
Every time I use the directional signal it blows the fuse. I have replaced the wiring for the rear tail light and directionals as well as replaced the bulb sockets all the way around. Still blowing the fuse. I have ordered a replacement relay for the directional signals and hopefully this will correct the issue. Nevertheless, short of dismantling the steering head to remove the forks to see if there is a short iin the wiring I hope this will fix the issue. Any thoughts are greatly appreciated.
![Richard W Richard W](http://www.airheads.org/wp-content/uploads/wpforo/avatars/wobbly_12394.jpg)
You forgot to say whether this happens on one specific side, or both. Knowing that information narrows the search area.
• If BOTH sides, then the short is between the fuse and the handlebar switch.
• If one side, then the short is between handlebar switch and the bulbs on that side only.
Here's a simplified schematic to help....
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![Robert Whigham](https://www.airheads.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/abc-logo-190x190-1.png)
Check relay socket wiring. I saw one with flasher out wired to ground.
Bob
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