Could I have wrong new key switch

[Artie]

On my current resto project I purchased new aftermarket ignition switch now when key is on neutral light and all else functions but no taillight or oil pressure light (bulb is good) and voltage to the sending unit as well
removed wire to sending unit and still no light but if I turn key to park position taillight does work and engine will crank but OP light
It should not crank in park position and tells me that it’s not an open circuit in taillight wire
Could this be a switch issue
Ideas? TIA

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[Artie]

Oops
NO oil pressure light in any position

[JoeInTUS]

Is it a ProLink switch (6 pins and an ACC position)? If so they are wired slightly different than a twin shock switch.

http://www.cbxclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=11720

[Artie]

I’ll check that out thanx

[Artie]

Suspicion confirmed I got a 6 blade 1981-2 ignition switch installed in a 1979 harness that is I’m 99.99% sure the reason for my issues
I’m also 100% sure of the identity of the dope who ordered the wrong switch and installed it
Working to get correct switch and start this bike after an 11 year nap

[Artie]

Is it a ProLink switch (6 pins and an ACC position)? If so they are wired slightly different than a twin shock switch.

Thanks so much JoeIntheUs for this info
I would have been chasing this the wrong way for a long time
God Bless all the brains in this helpful group for all that you provide noobs such as I

[Jeff Bennetts]

Nice!

[Larry Zimmer]

That's why i hang with these guys, Artie. They've forgotten more than I'll ever know. God bless 'em indeed!

[JoeInTUS]

You can use the ProLink switch if you change the position of the wires in the harness connector to match the pin out shown in the post I linked to.

[Artie]

Thanx Joe but I can return switch and ordered correct one and the Prolink switch has more positions
in 2 days I’ll have it
the wonderful world of Amazon !
BITD it would be couple of weeks

[Artie]

Alls well with correct switch thank you Joe !!!!

[Larry Zimmer]

All's well that ends well. Enjoy the ride, Artie.

[JoeInTUS]

Artie, you are welcome. Happy to help.