Another battery tender question.

[markyodo]

In Lamonster's video he explains how to use a battery tender with direct connection through the trunk power outlet.


My question is what brand tender is he using, and is there anything special regarding the tender equipment that allows it to work like this? I have only used tenders that connect to the battery terminals directly.
I was going to get a cheap $10 tender from Harbor Freight but I really like the idea of using the trunk connection.
Thanks in advance.

[Wiredux]

Since the batt is in the front for the newer models. Why not just hook it up to the batt and leave the leads in the trunk?

[JayBros]

Since the batt is in the front for the newer models. Why not just hook it up to the batt and leave the leads in the trunk?

My dealer installs a complementary battery tender in this manner on Spyders.

[bill51]

my on the left side by the wheel easy to get to.

[SPYD3R]

DOESN'T GET MUCH EASIER THAN THIS....
SAM_1030.jpg
i purchased a HARBOR FREIGHT Battery Tender, cut the alligator clips off, and connected it to a Radio Shack 12V plug... just plug n play is all you do....
works beautifully....
try it, you'll like it...
dp
SPYD3R

[StanProff]

It can't get much easier than moving the fuse and just plugging into the 12V plug in the trunk. Very easy. don't have to hook anything to the battery.

[JayBros]

Whatever floats the boats!

[markyodo]

What I am getting so far is that any battery tender that has a 12v accessory plug will work. Is this right? Based on the feedback so far it would seem not a lot of people use the trunk connection, but this is what I want to do for now.


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[can-am sam]

I use the trunk power outlet connection for my battery tender. Simple and very easy to use.

[ulflyer]

In Lamonster's video he explains how to use a battery tender with direct connection through the trunk power outlet.


My question is what brand tender is he using, and is there anything special regarding the tender equipment that allows it to work like this? I have only used tenders that connect to the battery terminals directly.
I was going to get a cheap $10 tender from Harbor Freight but I really like the idea of using the trunk connection.
Thanks in advance.

Many of us use the "Battery Tender Jr."......plug it in and forget it. I've got several I use during cold months on bikes, cars, tractor, etc.

[Cruzr Joe]

Many of us use the "Battery Tender Jr."......plug it in and forget it. I've got several I use during cold months on bikes, cars, tractor, etc.

Battery Tender Jr.


Cruzr Joe

[ARtraveler]

Battery Tender Jr. is the brand I use.

Have the BT connected to the battery terminals under the seat on the 2011 and to the battery connection cord in the frunk on the 2014.

Like Bob mentioned, the BT green light comes on quicker on the 2014.

[STELLING MAN]

My dealer already had the battery leads hooked up when I bought the, just open the frunk and connect the tender..

[Art Mann]

I just bought this one about a week ago. It comes with the lighter plug so all you have to do is connect it and plug it in. So far, I have been pleased. I was a little worried about the Black & Decker brand but the customer rankings were very many and very positive.

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-B...=1416260229694

[Bob Denman]

Art,
you did move the fuse over; didn't you?
Any 2013 or later Spyder RT, will need to move the fuse, if they want that power outlet to be "hot" all of the time.

[markyodo]

Thanks again to all you helpful folks. It seems there are 2 similar methods, one requires moving the fuse and one requires exposing the battery temporarily. Neither requires expensive tender hardware. I got what I need now to make it through the winter.


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[Art Mann]

Art,
you did move the fuse over; didn't you?
Any 2013 or later Spyder RT, will need to move the fuse, if they want that power outlet to be "hot" all of the time.

Yes, I did that right away because I wanted to charge my cell phone or headset while eating lunch or dinner on the road. My compliments to BRP for offering a choice. Now I want to put in an ignition switched outlet somewhere on the front console. Not sure how I am going to do that yet.

[ursamajor35126]

Yes, I did that right away because I wanted to charge my cell phone or headset while eating lunch or dinner on the road. My compliments to BRP for offering a choice. Now I want to put in an ignition switched outlet somewhere on the front console. Not sure how I am going to do that yet.

Check out JT's solution s here: http://gnipsel.com/spyderstore/index...tegory&path=20

I have them installed and LOVE them.... simple, easy, elegant!

[Bob Denman]

Yes, I did that right away because I wanted to charge my cell phone or headset while eating lunch or dinner on the road. My compliments to BRP for offering a choice. Now I want to put in an ignition switched outlet somewhere on the front console. Not sure how I am going to do that yet.

I swap it around; depending on the Season...
For the riding Season; my XM receiver is hooked up to it; so I set it up as a keyed source of power.
For Off-Season storage: it's "Tender Time", so it goes to a constant hot setup!

[Silvervette05]

DOESN'T GET MUCH EASIER THAN THIS....
SAM_1030.jpg
i purchased a HARBOR FREIGHT Battery Tender, cut the alligator clips off, and connected it to a Radio Shack 12V plug... just plug n play is all you do....
works beautifully....
try it, you'll like it...
dp
SPYD3R

How did you hook up the 12 v plug ?

[M109Dreamer]

How did you hook up the 12 v plug ?

My guess would be he ran the wires straight to the battery.

[blitzkreig]

I would recommend a smart charger by CTEK. A lot more money but conditions the batteries during the charge cycle.

It also has a mode to charge AGM batteries like Optima, Maxxima and Odysses ...
CTEK Multi US 3300






http://smartercharger.com/battery-ch...ti%20US%203300

[SAR41]

I have been using the Battery Minder http://www.batteryminders.com/ for years on my batteries. There not only charge but also Desulfactor the battery plates. I've had batteries on my Motorhome last over 7 years. That's good for a motorhome since the batteries take a lot of abuse : charge and drain a lot. I just replaced a battery on my Polaris 4-wheeler that was close to 10 years old before it went bad. Always kept the Battery minder on it when not in use.

[mudcruiserman]

I would recommend a smart charger by CTEK. A lot more money but conditions the batteries during the charge cycle.

It also has a mode to charge AGM batteries like Optima, Maxxima and Odysses ...
CTEK Multi US 3300






http://smartercharger.com/battery-ch...ti%20US%203300

Ditto on the ctek just bought 2 for 54 each delivered. (same model as pictured) been using one on my BMW 850i for years.

[Deanna777]

When I bought my 2012RTS-SE5 I used the "Deltran Battery Tender JR. (12v 750mA) can be used for Motorcycles, cars, lawn mowers, ATv's, snowmobiles, Boats. Switches automatically from charge to float! Input: 115VAC@ 60hz. Output: 12Vdc @750mA 5 year warranty. lightweight, compact size makes it ideal for those hard to fit spots. Batteries are constantly maintained and ready to go! Deanna