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Phil's Mods UPDATE-- Bluetooth
I have had a number of IM requests for additional information on the Bluetooth mods shown here--
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...5&postcount=13
Today I updated the diagram to better reflect the actual way things ended up. And I added a couple of options you might consider if you want to BT your Spyder.
Not reflected on the diagram is the powering of everything. I tapped a switched +12vdc line near the back of the bike (near the battery) and brought that directly to a Lever Lockz(tm)-
The Lever Lockz acts as a junction for all of the audio +12v lines (red). I did the same for the ground. INITIALLY, all was good until I actually started the bike and ran it down the road. DUH... I had forgotten to check for 'noise' on the 12vdc and sure enough it is there. So I ordered about 4 of these-
These are $7 on Amazon. This past weekend I finally got around to installing one right at the 12vdc junction I described above, and another in line with an extra fuse block I added in the front of the bike, just for good measure. This time I tested after each step (BIG RULE TO ALWAYS FOLLOW ON ELECTRICAL WORK). Adding the first one eliminated a lot of the whine and sputter. Adding the second one, took it down much further. Some day, I'll add the other two at various points. You hear it as a whine in the helmet speakers that goes up and down with the RPM and also with speed to some extent.
The spark plugs, the data bus that runs all of the bike systems, the various sensors on the bike, ALL create electrical 'noise'. For the most part, it's negligible and doesn't bother anything at all. BUT, when you start unbalancing the system like I have, you run the risk of some of that noise getting back into audio systems, etc. Hence.... adding the electrical noise suppressors. The have 3 wires so they are REALLY easy to install- +12in, +12out, ground!
Along the way, I'll try to copy some of the pieces from the IM and email chats I've had with some of you and put them into an FAQ type format, here in this thread.
Last edited by Phil; 05-19-2011 at 11:45 AM.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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Phil excellent step by step documentation..
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The additional lights look great as well.
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Bluetooth Helmet Audio Sample
Many of you know about the Bluetooth mod I did to Darth.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...5&postcount=13
I thought I'd give a sample of the audio from the perspective of the helmet. Here's the 12 second audio clip, then I'll explain how I captured it:
http://s1188.photobucket.com/albums/...lmetAudio2.mp4
I stuck my iPhone up into the helmet, by one of the speakers, and hit the record. Duh. That's why you hear some extraneous noise. I also want to make the point that the audio is really rather good and it's great stereo on all sources, FM, iPod, iPhone, etc. The clip does give the example of BT audio from the bike + the GPS announcing turns. As well, SIMULTANEOUSLY, I can get sound from the iPhone, like the 'ding' of incoming TXT, email, etc.
Last edited by Phil; 05-27-2011 at 10:45 AM.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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on a nice looking comfort mod.
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Phil, what are you using for your seat cushions?
MODS: Elka Shocks, ESI RT HMT Brake Light, ESI RT Brightsides, ESI Fender TIPS, ESI RIPS, ESI RT Day Runners, Grip Puppies
AmerSeal Sealant, KewlMetal Kewlock, Scorpio I900 Security System, Stebel Nautilus air horn, KewlMetal Highway Brackets & ISO Wings
Corbin seat, trunkrest & driver backrest, Capt.Jim's Belt Tensioner, SpyderPops LaBlock, Cat Shields, Bumpskid & Belt Guard
Seal PUP Floorboards, BRP chrome, Ron's Anti-Sway Bar, Lamonster LED Head/Fog Lights & BRP Air Scoops
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Originally Posted by Y Rider
Phil, what are you using for your seat cushions?
http://www.amspecialtiesusa.com/
REALLY comfy.
Anyone added a lumbar roll inside their Utopia?
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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Couple more shots
Thought I'd share a couple more shots of the 'purple halo' on Darth.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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All I can say is "IMPRESSIVE".
Great Job, cannot tell the Police if they hit you "I did not see him in the dark"
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Phil's Mods
Phil,
Great additions to a Great looking Spyder.
Regards,
Reese
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Phil, did you enter the Spyder Customization Contest in Maggie Valley?
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Originally Posted by SpyderWolf
Phil, did you enter the Spyder Customization Contest in Maggie Valley?
Nope. We're flying in due to schedules so I won't have Darth there to enter. PLUS.... I look at yours and others and you guys are so far ahead of my mods.... That's not a defeatist thing, it's a recognition of your quality quality!
My plan is to ryde to Cuba next year for sure and hopefilly next BRP event.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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Originally Posted by Phil
Nope. We're flying in due to schedules so I won't have Darth there to enter. PLUS.... I look at yours and others and you guys are so far ahead of my mods.... That's not a defeatist thing, it's a recognition of your quality quality!
My plan is to ryde to Cuba next year for sure and hopefilly next BRP event.
I am looking forward to meeting you at this event, so please be sure to look me up. I am going to wear a flourescent orange shirt to the BBQ so, like my Spyder, I shouldn't be too hard to find.
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Originally Posted by SpyderWolf
I am looking forward to meeting you at this event, so please be sure to look me up. I am going to wear a flourescent orange shirt to the BBQ so, like my Spyder, I shouldn't be too hard to find.
Will do!! Won't make the BBQ due to travel schedule. We'll be staying at the Fairfield Inn.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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It was a real pleasure to meet you and your wife at the Owner's Event. I am happy that you were able to find me, and that my Spyder made you smile.
I hope you had an uneventful trip back home as well.
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Originally Posted by SpyderWolf
It was a real pleasure to meet you and your wife at the Owner's Event. I am happy that you were able to find me, and that my Spyder made you smile.
I hope you had an uneventful trip back home as well.
Likewise!! Since Bobbie & I flew in and out, ours was much less eventful than most that came. There is NOTHING like seeing your RYDE in person Michael. I'm STILL smilin
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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Man, I want to come to your house and play!!!
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Originally Posted by MarkLawson
Man, I want to come to your house and play!!!
Bring it on my brother!! We have plenty of room for guests.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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Phil,
U want to seal the cut ends with a "hot" patch like they used to do in the olden days. Some tire shops still do them.
Cougar
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Originally Posted by cougar
Phil,
U want to seal the cut ends with a "hot" patch like they used to do in the olden days. Some tire shops still do them.
Cougar
Excellent. I'll ask around. Thanks much Cougar.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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when u do the hot patch make sure to burn the glue
i know it sounds fubared but it will seal better
and thanks im going to try it
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I'm almost an Elka fan. I HAVE my Elka shocks but I've had a mod done before installing ::
The springs are powder coated with satin chrome. Should make the purple lights sparkle.
Installed pics to follow.
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Last edited by Phil; 10-22-2011 at 10:42 AM.
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Phil - Tyler Texas
2010 RT-Premiere Edition (Named DARTH) | Timeless Black | All My Mods--- ARE HERE | Phil. 4:4
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