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Right Twisty. I've done the same on my older bikes. In fact I take all the power that goes through the ignition switch and run it through a main relay that is connected to a fused battery connection. The switch just powers the relay. It really brought the lighting to life. The wiring to and contacts within an ignition switch are often marginal at best. Also, the grounding on older bikes is suspect and should be maintained by either cleaning the grounding points or adding heavier grounding wires, especially if more lighting or accessories are added. DON'T FORGET THE GROUNDING.

 

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Vic, I know you have done some of this, but here is a brief description for those who want to improve their electrical systems without much cost. I am at work and don't have time to make a schematic right now.

Twisty's relay and ground give a nice, bright highbeam and good headlight ground. My main relay takes the load out of the ignition switch wiring and contacts. It's very simple. Under the faux tank is the fuse box. It is fed by a wire from the ignition switch. Take a 14 ga red wire from the fuse by the battery(Which should be replaced by a modern automotve fuse and holder) and bring it to a 12 volt relay that is available from many sources. 20 amps will do. 30 might be better depending on your accessory load. Energize the relay with the switched wire from the igntion switch. Feed the fuse panel with the relay output. Now if you add Twisty's headlight relay and ground, you will have a well powered and lit ride. Don't forget to hardwire your stator and regulator plugs. Your charging system will be happy too.