12v Outlet Install

[Brogers57]

Anybody have any tips? Location of install? What all is needed? Any info will help.

RS

[jthornton]

Where are you thinking of putting the power socket?

Are you looking for key-on or always on power?

JT

[Brogers57]

Where are you thinking of putting the power socket?

Are you looking for key-on or always on power?

JT


What would you suggest? I am looking for an easy install, I wouldn't mind having it in the dash but then again I wouldn't mind having it in the frunk per say.

[NancysToy]

What do you want to power? Sorry, not enough information to point you in the right direction.

[Brogers57]

GPS/Phone

[NancysToy]

There are two existing 3 amp circuits and harnesses on the RS. The switched accessory circuit harness is tied to the upper left suspension support, behind the rear trunk wall. It is intended to power the BRP optional cigarette outlet, which is intended to be installed on the left rear trunk wall. For a GPS this may be impractical, but you could extend the GPS cable out of the trunk lid. After installation, which is easy with the existing connector and boot (although the trunk should be removed for best results), the circuit must be activated by putting a 3 amp fuse in the appropriate slot in the fusebox. There is also a 3 amp unswitched accssory harness and circuit. That harness is tied near the steering and trunk latch. Again, best to remove the trunk for easiest access. Either circuit could be extended to an outlet installed elsewhere.

For mor amperage, or other uses or types of outlets, you would be best to install an auxiliary fuse block, fed directly from the battery with a fused wire. There are switched, unswitched, and mixed fuse blocks available. For a single circuit powered all the time, you could also run a fused harness directly from the battery terminals (inside the bodywork, not the jump start terminals under the seat). There are two types of outlets, the common cigarette lighter type, or the Powerlet outlets (BMW type) which are smaller, make a better connection, and are less prone to having the plug come loose while riding.

Wherever you choose to install the outlets, make sure you have enough room behind your panel for the outlet and wiring. A search for "power outlet" should yeild lots of examples.

[Brogers57]

Does this provide everything I need to do inside of the trunk?

http://store.spyder.brp.com/product/631112/710001316/_/12-V_Power_Outlet_Kit

[Brogers57]

Also, has BRP outline the frunk where you need to drill or cut out to install? Sorry for all the questions!

[BillF]

Does this provide everything I need to do inside of the trunk?

http://store.spyder.brp.com/product/631112/710001316/_/12-V_Power_Outlet_Kit

BRP is crazy with price of their factory outlet!!! Virtually same part purchased on Amazon for around 6 dollars!!

[Brogers57]

BRP is crazy with price of their factory outlet!!! Virtually same part purchased on Amazon for around 6 dollars!!


Is it plug n play?

[NancysToy]

The BRP outlet has the outlet, instructions, and template for drilling the trunk. The existing harness has the boot and connector. You will need a 3 amp fuse. If you want a switched outlet in the trunk, it isn't a bad way to go, considering the instructions and the template.

[Brogers57]

sweet thanks

[bikeguy]

On my 2010 base RT, which does not have the analog gauges on the dash, there is a switched 12 volt source behind the blank for the right side gauge. I simply mounted a cigarette lighter outlet in the blank which I use to power a GPS. Sorry, I don't have any pics. Cotton

[SPYD3R]

direct to the battery, is how i feed these units....
i have 1 under the seat, 1 in the frunk and 2 on the dash... WHEN ON SALE: $9.99 ea. @ CYCLE GEAR...
http://www.cyclegear.com/CycleGear/Parts/Other-Parts/brand/TRACKSIDE/12-Volt-Power-Adapter/p/39006_53443
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[Phil]

Please please, always have a fuse in line with anything connected directly to any battery.


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