Ignition Crap Out

[hupomatic]

While riding home today with a load of groceries, my bike just up and died. I had blinkers and horn but no dash light, not even a click from the starter. I did the usual crap, i.e. check the fuses, jiggle everything, curse, cry, etc. all to no avail. I finally jiggled the ignition and presto, everything came back on. I was only a mile from a shop where my friend wrenches so I hightailed it over there, only to have it crap out again.

More jiggling ensued and it started,  but now accompanied by a burning electrical smell and smoke from the ignition. I made it to the shop and when I went to turn off the bike I realized the key was already in the off position. I pulled it out and the bike kept running. Weird.

So, what am I in for? New ignition? Three keys instead of merely two?

p.s. This is my first post here. Be gentle.

[Stretch]

Nah, just a new switch, it sounds like.  Looks to be $173 bucks from Bike Bandit.

http://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts (http://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts)

The new switch should come with its own key, so yeah, you'll probably have to keep the old ignition key for the gas cap and seat lock.

[TigerTrax]

If you have not purchased a new switch.... there may be an easy fix for you.

Remove the switch and take it apart exposing the wires.

My money says you'll find a broken solder point with a wire making
partial contact.

Then... go buy some beer!