Anyone suggest an alternative to standard Jota ignition switch?

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Nick

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My ignition switch gave up recently and I've just replaced it with the usual pattern Suzuki part.
These pattern parts do appear to be badly made (latest lasted 2 years) so can anyone suggest a more robust switch that just slots straight in the standard dash? I'm not worried about the four pin connector I can connect up four wires.
Thanks
Nick :-)
 
What part gave up? There are two parts to the ignition switch. The upper key part, and the lower electrical connection part. I have a cheapo copy of a Suzuki switch fitted now, it was advertised as the replacement in the style of the original one but is some plastic crap. I always use ignition switches with a relay so that they only handle milliamps.
 
According to the Atlas Owners site, my original plastic keyed switch has historically collapsed into bits on lots of bikes and should be replaced before it fails with a more reliable XJ900 Yamaha full metal switch that also still works the steering lock. I am hoping it will also fix the sudden randum fail to proceed that the bike did last ride. I have replaced 2 keyed switches over the years on my 3c, I think a relay is a great idea.
 
Thanks for the replies. I have quite a few years experience with Laverda and know the switch is the same as a Suzuki GT. As I say I fitted one of these and it works. It is cheap tho' and I wonder if anyone has found a more robust alternative?
At £13:50 I just threw the duff switch away but prior to its failure it would only work if the key was wiggled so probably dirt inside the switch.
I have experience of the Atlas - the switch is totally different and the Yamaha 900 unit won't fit a Jota dash.
Nick 🙂
 
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