Headlight not proper brightness until brakes are applied hard

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Headlight not proper brightness until brakes are applied hard

Headlight not proper brightness until brakes are applied hard 
Asphaltman304 said 2026-08-27 16:27 
 
I´ve acquired a 79 XSELEVEN , been in storage since 1985, cherry (4000 mls) , , having an issue with the power to the headlight ( changed bulbs) does not seem to have full power until I get on the brakes , never encountered this, ANY HELP PLEASE ! 
 
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