Honda Sub Harness for Head & Tail Light

Electric Front Wiring Kit CBR 600

Posted by Ila

Honda CBR 600 I understand fuel-air mixtures and lubrication systems, but wiring has never been my area of expertise. Of course, I bought a used bike that had front end accessories added and removed over time, leaving a mysterious short to drain the life from my battery.

Anyone who buys a used bike is also getting electrical work done by someone of dubious knowledge. A short can drain your battery at dangerous times or cause starting issues akin to a cold-blooded bike on a 45 degree morning. With a voltmeter, a soldering iron, time, and knowhow, you can find the issue and fix it. Or you can replace some of your harness. I suggest the latter if you're not up on your EE text, because electricity talks throughout the harness -- and a mistake in one place can cause complaints elsewhere.

The front wiring sub-harness is often listed for the 2003 Honda CBR 600 RR, but will work on other models as well. It snaps into the main harness to provide power to your gauges, headlight, and turn signals. Installation still takes a little knowhow, but won't require equipment you don't have.

If the sub-harness is questionable for any reason, it's better to lay down some new wires in which you can have confidence. A sub-harness can be bought used for a pittance, and even if it's new it isn't going to drive you into poverty. Depending on how you spend your time, fooling with the wiring may cost you more.