How to install 12V outlet


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Jay S.

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Jay S. said:
Mod complete and port works like a charm. However...now my blinkers are flashing much faster than before. Anyone else have this problem?

I'm searching the 'net for anyone with a similar problem and I've seen some people who had the same issue after installing flush mount blinkers but claim there is no problem with the high rate of flashing...

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Disregard that as my dumbest post ever (even though it's likely not my dumbest). I figured it out...and I'm almost embarrassed to admit my mistake. Most bikes I have owned before use the blinkers as somewhat of a diagnostic tool when something is wrong in the bike electrically. Yeah, there was something wrong alright...but I corrected it.

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[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender-Female-Power-081-0069-8/dp/B0041CDPQO/ref=pd_sim_auto_8"]Amazon.com: Battery Tender Female Power Port 081-0069-8: Automotive[/ame]
 
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Meant to post a video up for someone about my setup, my outlet is under the seat, saved me drilling holes in fairing.

Most charger cables in fact all the ones I've used so far are long enough to plug in, feed under seat, and come out with enough length to plug into kit in my tank bag or handle bars.

That said I do have an xj6s which has a one piece touring style seat allowing the cable to exit the seat area next to the fuel tank.

Will have to remember to take a video next time I'm on the bike.

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Jay S.

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That would be great for leaving under your rear seat.

The reason I did mine the way I did was so I'd have an easily accessible power outlet for things mounted to my handelbars or windscreen. I can hardwire most things to my circuit bar, but there are times when I might want to charge my phone and still have it mounted to the bars or in my tankbag.
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Me too, I like the accessibility of the port being on the dash, so to speak. Thanks for the tutorial NB, really helped a lot brother!
 
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Bye any chance does anyone own one of these bikemaster power adapter centers?
I was going to do the same ''in dash'' instal, but while I was looking through the places I usually order from I found this Bikemaster Power Adapter Center | MotoSport
It looks fairly small, I was thinking about mounting it under my passenger seat where the owners manual was, but id like to check its dimensions before ordering, and I cant find any

Edit, it looks very small, im going to order one anyway.It even has a usb port
 
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Any other outlets with the quick connect? I can't seem to find one that's weather proof
 
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I've had this bookmarked for a long time, and might get to this soon. I already have 4 different items attached to my battery terminals...has anyone used an Add-a-circuit on their bike? Ive used them on cars numerous times for just this purpose.

The positive lead of the add-a-circuit plugs right into a fuse opening, and then you can ground it anywhere. Figured this might be easier than hitting the battery.

Then again, finding a 12v that plugs into the Batterytender terminal would be just as easy.
 
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lwclancers said:
I've had this bookmarked for a long time, and might get to this soon. I already have 4 different items attached to my battery terminals...has anyone used an Add-a-circuit on their bike? Ive used them on cars numerous times for just this purpose.

The positive lead of the add-a-circuit plugs right into a fuse opening, and then you can ground it anywhere. Figured this might be easier than hitting the battery.

Then again, finding a 12v that plugs into the Batterytender terminal would be just as easy.
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Running into same problem. I added an outlet last weekend and had a hell of a time getting the wires on the battery. May do a power distribution block in the near future.

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Im a little retarded when it comes to electrical....whats it look like and how do you install it? Is it sort of like a little surge protector, and you just plug it into the battery, and all the leads and grounds go into the block?

^ see :eek: Sigh.

I already have my HIDs, JBP, and Batterytender quick connect on the battery. There is no way a 4th item will fit on the battery terminals. Id rather move everything to one location than to have 3 leads going to the battery and another say going to the fuse block with an add-a-circuit.

Im asking because I want to install not just a 12v plug, but also a direct USB plug too.
 
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latony007

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this thing rocks

Guys this doesn't do the big round cord, it does anything USB and its super tiny, works great for my phone and you can easily stick it and phone under the passenger seat.

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007VFFQRE/ref=oh_details_o05_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1]Amazon.com: SAE to USB Adapter - Motorcycle Cell Phone Charger: Cell Phones & Accessories[/ame]
 
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lwclancers said:
Im a little retarded when it comes to electrical....whats it look like and how do you install it? Is it sort of like a little surge protector, and you just plug it into the battery, and all the leads and grounds go into the block?

^ see :eek: Sigh.

I already have my HIDs, JBP, and Batterytender quick connect on the battery. There is no way a 4th item will fit on the battery terminals. Id rather move everything to one location than to have 3 leads going to the battery and another say going to the fuse block with an add-a-circuit.

Im asking because I want to install not just a 12v plug, but also a direct USB plug too.
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I managed to get 4 on my negative terminal. Took a while though. I have hid, pcv, outlet and battery tender hooked up. Had to cut the rings to make them able to slide under the terminal screw. Screw's too short to put 4 things on and tighten so I got the same removal started and slid them all on. If you find a good solution please post because I'd be interested as well.

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lwclancers said:
Im a little retarded when it comes to electrical....whats it look like and how do you install it? Is it sort of like a little surge protector, and you just plug it into the battery, and all the leads and grounds go into the block?

^ see :eek: Sigh.

I already have my HIDs, JBP, and Batterytender quick connect on the battery. There is no way a 4th item will fit on the battery terminals. Id rather move everything to one location than to have 3 leads going to the battery and another say going to the fuse block with an add-a-circuit.

Im asking because I want to install not just a 12v plug, but also a direct USB plug too.
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This one will plug into your BatteryTender quick connect.I chose it because I already had one on my bike as well.
BikeMaster 12V/15A Power Adapter Center - Street Motorcycle - Motorcycle Superstore

It isn't the nicest one, its a little difficult to unplug things, but its cheap and easy.It even comes with a extra quick connect.So if you can make the 2nd connector fit on your battery, you can route the wires under the tank and charge inside of a tank bag.Or use the Tender connector by the seat to charge in saddlebags.I've got led lights inside of my tank bag and everything thanks to that cheap little charger.
 
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latony007

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unit

I like that unit but its huge, you would have to have saddlebags or something for it. THe one I listed is about the size of a lighter. And how long can you have 3 things plugged direct into the battery without sucking it dry lol. Im scared to leave just my phone plugged in without it running for 15 minutes and not be able to start it while im out on some desert road
 

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Scott_Thomas

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latony007 said:
I like that unit but its huge, you would have to have saddlebags or something for it. THe one I listed is about the size of a lighter. And how long can you have 3 things plugged direct into the battery without sucking it dry lol. Im scared to leave just my phone plugged in without it running for 15 minutes and not be able to start it while im out on some desert road
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Some of us need an actual terminal and not a cigarette lighter. I have 4 neg hooked up and 3 positives. Hid retrofit, battery tender, power commander and outlet. None of those can hook to a cigarette adapter. I have found a few possibilities online. I'll find them on my computer after football practice. Kids practice is 5:30 to 8:30.

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