Any good ideas where to install easy access plug for battery tender?
#13
01-11-2010 | 03:47 PM
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#14
01-11-2010 | 04:31 PM
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I wish I could post a picture of mine, but my digital camera took a dive last week. I can tell you mine was installed by the dealer when I picked up the bike new.
The connector is clipped to the frame on the right side just above the oil dipstick. Its easy to get to unless you've installed some RJS Originals Inc. V-Twin Heat Deflectors like I have. Hope this helps.
The connector is clipped to the frame on the right side just above the oil dipstick. Its easy to get to unless you've installed some RJS Originals Inc. V-Twin Heat Deflectors like I have. Hope this helps.
#16
01-11-2010 | 04:56 PM
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From: Metropolis
Did you check to see if the dealer already installed it ? Both of mine came from the dealer with it. I've talked with other owners and a lot of dealers put the wiring on when they do the initial set up.
Christian
#17
01-11-2010 | 06:04 PM
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#18
01-11-2010 | 06:16 PM
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Got an 03 RKC, and a battery tender w/ the quick disconnect wire. I searched a lot of battery tender threads, but haven't seen any good discussion or pics on where people put their wires.
I was thinking it would be nice to be able to quickly access the plug that goes to the battery, without having to remove the seat and all that. The wire that came w/ the battery tender isn't very long, like I couldn't run it under the tank up to the front for example, or into the saddlebag or something, w/out modifying it.
I was trying to think of a place not too far from the battery I could tie or otherwise secure the plug somewhere, but still be able to access it w/out removing the seat or other parts.
Any ideas or pics from people who have put this thing somewhere for easy access?
Thanks.
I was thinking it would be nice to be able to quickly access the plug that goes to the battery, without having to remove the seat and all that. The wire that came w/ the battery tender isn't very long, like I couldn't run it under the tank up to the front for example, or into the saddlebag or something, w/out modifying it.
I was trying to think of a place not too far from the battery I could tie or otherwise secure the plug somewhere, but still be able to access it w/out removing the seat or other parts.
Any ideas or pics from people who have put this thing somewhere for easy access?
Thanks.
#19
01-11-2010 | 06:39 PM
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From: Yokohama
I run a long SAE lead from my battery into my right saddlebag. That way I can use it for my battery tender, my heated jacket, or to charge stuff in the saddlebag while I'm riding.
This is the part I use, from www.easternbeaver.com
The side bag can close even with this wire running through the lid opening, so no need to drill a hole.
This is the part I use, from www.easternbeaver.com
The side bag can close even with this wire running through the lid opening, so no need to drill a hole.
