My bike is a bit newer, The relay on my model, is that way. If there is not enough power, the relay doesnt flip till there is enough power too move the eletctric magnet to the "on position" So if the batter is dead, no lights. So if the Alternator/Stator is bad wiring, no power, no relay getting power to send to the headlight. I did have two relays, I was able to swap them, to verify the headlights work. One was the Safety, the other headlight. Both of which is expensive to order brand new. and in my case, I didn't need it, so they took out restocking fee, from my refund. even thou it never would have fit my bike, with out some modification. good luck