I appreciate the steps you showed with photos. My only concern is the now hanging wire behind the bulbs does not fully seat for a watertight seal at the plug - there is the tiniest gap. For those who have done it, did you wrap it or otherwise try to seal it?
Transforming IGOFARs ST1300 . . . to Shuey's!
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Although I added a dual, headlight modulator with my LEDs (YES illegal 
), I put dielectric grease in the connectors and then taped them over, to make sure a) they wouldn't come apart. b) to keep moisture out.
I pulled the headlight modulator off the 2010, before giving the bike to my son, (because he didn't like it) and all the connections looked great. No corrosion at all. And that had been on for a bunch of years!
Oh yeah, one other thing with the dual headlight modulator, I didn't have any more Left Side headlights burning out!
), I put dielectric grease in the connectors and then taped them over, to make sure a) they wouldn't come apart. b) to keep moisture out.I pulled the headlight modulator off the 2010, before giving the bike to my son, (because he didn't like it) and all the connections looked great. No corrosion at all. And that had been on for a bunch of years!
Oh yeah, one other thing with the dual headlight modulator, I didn't have any more Left Side headlights burning out!
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When I had the Kisan unit on the 650 Dakar, I could tell it made a difference. Not "I'm betting my life that they see me" difference, but noticeable.
I was getting noticed -- and that's the whole point, innit? If they notice me, then they must see me, if even at a reptilian level. And that's how I view most drivers, anyway... reptilian.
Plans are to add them to both my current machines as well.
Motion (even the perceived motion of a modulator), light and color are what attracts the human eye.
I was getting noticed -- and that's the whole point, innit? If they notice me, then they must see me, if even at a reptilian level. And that's how I view most drivers, anyway... reptilian.
Plans are to add them to both my current machines as well.
Motion (even the perceived motion of a modulator), light and color are what attracts the human eye.
This was always my feelings as well. I know it doesn't mean that every driver will notice you. After all, they do have to turn their heads once in a while to see you!
But in both accidents, 2008 & 2019, I had the headlight modulators going. But they NEVER LOOKED (turn their heads) before changing lanes!
The ones that do see you better, are those coming from the right (turning in front of you, from a side street) and the ones coming from the opposite direction and getting ready to make a left turn in front of you. (Two of the worst situations for motorcycles! )
And what’s wrong with reptiles?
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They shouldn't drive any motorized vehicle. They don't use turn signals when they snake through traffic.
And this is why wise riders never assume any one or combination conspicuity protocols will keep them safe. Odds are there will always be someone who just.doesn't.look. So you do the best you can and be aware the best you can. But sometimes the deck just doesn't deal you a good hand.
And in Supe's case having a camera "just in case" picked up where conspicuity left off. Without it (and some helpful footage from a like minded driver) he could have been just another crazy-ass biker hooning down the highway looking for adventure...
I've owned at least one 1100, at a time, since '99. I delete the rubber bootie things on them first time I change the lamps. I ran one of my 1100s for years here in Florida (rains a lot) without the rubber boots. Just plugged the connectors onto the lamp. No problems.
Changing lamps on an 1100 ABS is royal pain!
Maybe the loud pipes on my Harley Do work after all....folks start scanning all their mirrors when they hear me start to even get close to them.
And I don't have really loud pipes either.
As long as the mirrors were off . . . decided on another addition thanks to Wes and Josh_ST.
Decided to add some turn signal amber mini LEDs to help vehicles to my sides know my intentions.
I used the Oznium LED side emitting mirror lights . . . really easy to use and install. They come in a 20" strip.
Thanks to The Dan for his 2014 wiring guidance.
- LED black wire connects to the Green ground wire.
- LED red wire connects to the Orange and Baby Blue wires on the left and right sides.
To connected the wires I using Posi-Locks that allow solid connections with simple twists of the Lock ends.
One advantage is the ability to take them back apart if something needs to be adjusted or changed . . . like if I'd install the side emitting LEDs facing the wrong way on the first mirrors effort?
Here's the right side wired up.
Turn signal off
Turn signal on -flashing in tandem with the front facing turn signal.
The most difficult of this upgrade was stripping the really small gauge wires (24 gauge?).
Shuey
Any link on the mirror lights? I have scoured Oznium’s site and they have a lot but did not see any mention of side-projecting mirror lights.
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I see these as more useful to ME, in the occasional (like, rare) times I forget to cancel my turn signals.
I'm seldom looking at my instrument panel while riding.
EDIT: but I'm CONSTANTLY checking my mirrors.
I'm seldom looking at my instrument panel while riding.
EDIT: but I'm CONSTANTLY checking my mirrors.
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Bike's back, I'm home and the picture show will resume as soon as . . . I take the photos.
Stay tuned,
Shuey
Stay tuned,
Shuey
They don't have to be side emitting. I lined the inner lip of my rear view housings with leds not for conspicuity but so I can tell my turn signals are on. If someone near me could tell I was turning by those leds more the better. You want amber ones.
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Next up . . . some easy ones:
Quidoe Dual USB Quick Charge 3.0 (upgraded version with red display)
Mounted inside the left glove box.
Besides the two USB ports, it also reports digital voltage . . . not real useful INSIDE the glove box.
(There's a snap on cover that is taped up here to see the Ports.)
PIAA 500 MHz Slim-Line Sports Horn
It installs in place of the stock horn and IS much louder than stock!
Not much to see in the picture but, . . . it's there.
Signal Dynamics Voltage Monitor
The bright red dot - that's the indicator. No numbers to read, easy to install.
This is a less distracting way to keep tabs on overall power usage. I've had them on all of my bikes.
Green light you have all the voltage you need.
Yellow light - caution.
Red light . . . you are discharging, maybe not good. Usually seen briefly at a STOP light.
For those not memory challenged the lights are solid OR blinking indicating specific voltage ranges.
For me . . . no red, no dread!
Garmin XT Mount Kit / Bracket / Power Wire (RAM Ball mounted)
With GPS
Mount cover when GPS not mounted . . .
THANKS TO STRider and his 3D printing expertise. Really professional!
He printed several for me, without charge, and I've been giving them away every chance I get.
FuzeBlock FZ-1 Power Distribution Block
Easy to install
This device has two separate power paths, one for constant power and one for switched power on any of its 6 circuits simply by moving fuse left or right.
Once installed, it's super easy to add additional items.
Each circuit can handle up to 10A. (Total amperage for block should not exceed 30A.)
It's located under the back seat where it's much easier to get to instead of pulling plastic off the bike.
That's it for today/tonight. More to follow soon.
Shuey
Quidoe Dual USB Quick Charge 3.0 (upgraded version with red display)
Mounted inside the left glove box.
Besides the two USB ports, it also reports digital voltage . . . not real useful INSIDE the glove box.
(There's a snap on cover that is taped up here to see the Ports.)
PIAA 500 MHz Slim-Line Sports Horn
It installs in place of the stock horn and IS much louder than stock!
Not much to see in the picture but, . . . it's there.
Signal Dynamics Voltage Monitor
The bright red dot - that's the indicator. No numbers to read, easy to install.
This is a less distracting way to keep tabs on overall power usage. I've had them on all of my bikes.
Green light you have all the voltage you need.
Yellow light - caution.
Red light . . . you are discharging, maybe not good. Usually seen briefly at a STOP light.
For those not memory challenged the lights are solid OR blinking indicating specific voltage ranges.
For me . . . no red, no dread!
Garmin XT Mount Kit / Bracket / Power Wire (RAM Ball mounted)
With GPS
Mount cover when GPS not mounted . . .
THANKS TO STRider and his 3D printing expertise. Really professional!
He printed several for me, without charge, and I've been giving them away every chance I get.
FuzeBlock FZ-1 Power Distribution Block
Easy to install
This device has two separate power paths, one for constant power and one for switched power on any of its 6 circuits simply by moving fuse left or right.
Once installed, it's super easy to add additional items.
Each circuit can handle up to 10A. (Total amperage for block should not exceed 30A.)
It's located under the back seat where it's much easier to get to instead of pulling plastic off the bike.
That's it for today/tonight. More to follow soon.
Shuey
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That fuse box install is the worse job I’ve ever seen! And this is coming from someone who hates doing electrical stuff.
What a mess, not to mention electrical tape? Really?
It could have been done MUCH better, organized, shrink wrap, and wire sheathing.
Damn, what are you letting this guy do to my….our….bike?
What a mess, not to mention electrical tape? Really?
It could have been done MUCH better, organized, shrink wrap, and wire sheathing.
Damn, what are you letting this guy do to my….our….bike?