Just wondering who uses the kill switch on the handle bar to shut the engine down. I typically do not, I only use the key switch...

 

I do, every time I shut the bike off.

 

I use the kill switch.

 

I use it also.

 

I do not. I'm sure that I'm not as smart as some, but I consider it an excellent way to go off and leave the ignition switch on. I can see no use for it except in an emergency.

 

I don't unless gliding up to the gas pump or border guard station.

 

I do not. It was placed there so if you crash in front of me, I can shut off your motorcycle quickly by locating the right handle bar. I do not have to search your entire bike for the ignition key location. Who wants a redlined Harley next to you when you are trying to apply pressure to a wound and trying to talk to the rider?

Also they fail,just like kick stand switches. When they fail, you have a very heavy push bike. I had a R75/6 with a failing kill switch. I've been on the road when others have been unable to make the kill switch contact due to corrosion and or grit.

Some brands the contacts are barely large enough to handle the current. As they wear, they become more troublesome.

So I will not, but if you do, so be it.

 

I didnt know you could shut the bike off with the ignition switch...AWESOME!!!...lol

 

Shirley you jest...

 

Every time...never had one fail yet