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Lightning up the back end
Looking for some help. I am looking to add some brake lights to my 2020 RTL. What I would like to get is a light that will flash when it senses deceleration. I had a Volvo light on my BMW that was installed by the former owner so I have no idea how it was installed.
I looked at Volo’s website but it just said to tap into brake light circuit. Will this work on the Can Am without screwing up the stock brake lighting? I think it might work ok, I just need someone to back me up.
Any other ideas will greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Dale.
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I had a Volo light license plate frame/light on a couple past bikes. You simply tapped into the license plate light. Not sure how the newer ones work?
2022 RT Sea To Sky
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Think I’ll just go for it. I’m worried about the canbus system might think there’s a problem and start throwing errors. Waiting for my trailer hitch and wiring harness to come in, I’ll ask the tech what he thinks.
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check with the u-tuber Smoaksvlog his website is http://www.shawnsmoak.com
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U might want to check out STS smart brake Module and Gear brake module. One of these modules (I forget which) is a simple plug and play install for some Spyders and all Rykers.
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
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Ouch.......I read that headline and thought “that must have been painful”, Doc45. Can you sit down yet ?
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Last edited by Peter Aawen; 08-29-2020 at 06:13 PM.
2013 RT Ltd Pearl White
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Originally Posted by Doc45
Think I’ll just go for it. I’m worried about the canbus system might think there’s a problem and start throwing errors.
Unless there has been a change in the 2020s vs earlier models, there is no connection between the brake lights and the CANbus.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
Ouch.......I read that headline and thought “that must have been painful”, ...
Originally Posted by Peter Aawen
I had zachery the same thought!! You'd get a real charge in the seat of your pants outta something like that. ...
Yeah, I saw the headline and wondered if it was one letter short or if there was an extra one.
Missing a letter: "lightEning" up the rear end, I was wondering how much weight he wanted to remove.
Extra letter: "lighting" up the rear end, made a bit more sense, and turns out that's the way it went.
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HER ride:
2017 RT-S SE6 Pearl White
My rides:
2000 Honda GL1500SE
1980 Suzuki GS850G
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I would like to thank everyone for their concerns over the condition of my “rear end”. Everything is as it should be.
Now back to the bike, I don’t think the Volo light will fit. Not enough room at the top. Guess I will look for some other means of “lightning up my rear end”, pun intended. Thanks for the heads up on the STS Smart Brake, I’ll look into that.
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Originally Posted by bluewoo
I think he is looking for one that acts on its own via deceleration , such as throttling back, or downshifting and engine braking
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
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Originally Posted by BeRight
I think he is looking for one that acts on its own via deceleration , such as throttling back, or downshifting and engine braking
Oh , Ok sorry!
I can only find YELLOW strobe warning lights
https://www.amazon.com/StrobeWise-De...ct_top?ie=UTF8
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Yeah, I’m looking for a light that has a deceleration light. If I can’t find something, I’ll just light up the rear end as much as I can.
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Via google searching
1. ADMORE LIGHT BAR WITH SMART BRAKE TECHNOLOGY https://admorelighting.com/product/a...ration-safety/ $199.00 – $239.00
2. Smart Brake System https://motorbikewriter.com/brake-light-save-life/
$125.00
SMART BRAKE MODULE
Don’t become a statistic of tailgating drivers. This Smart Brake Module activates your brake brake light even when you slow down on the throttle, not the brake.
It warns tailgating drivers behind you to back off. It could just save your life!
You can choose between 2 options for the operation of the Smart Brake Module – FLASHING and STEADY mode.
Suits all model of motorcycle and light, and is approved for use worldwide.
Smart Brake System quantity
3. Amazon
Motorcycle Brake Light Flashing Deceleration Warning 20W-S 2 pak, Direct Replacement for OEM 1156 Bulb, USA & CA legal tailBlazer by Kisan
Visit the KISAN ELECTRONICS Store
Price: $109.95
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
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You might want to check with Spyderpops.com. It doesn’t work on speed reducing though. It a run, brake, turn, strobe set up , 255 LEDs, 127 when turning. Really lites up the rear of my 2011 RTS SE5 . Great effect. It’s a plug& play for $119
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Get this one. https://www.skenelights.com/new-p3-with-decelerometer .....excuse the bad video...1080p doesn’t do it justice and no decel but it works great on the quick to slowdown without brakes transmissions on RTs..
Cant seem to upload video I took in garage due to compression size
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 09-01-2020 at 05:20 PM.
Reason: Fixed link
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Here's one that goes on the back of your helmet - good reviews
https://www.brakefreetech.com
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
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Seems these work - just wire to brake lights $70 https://ozrobotics.com/shop/smart-br...ght-modulator/
Smart Brake Module – Smart Brake Light, Brake Light Modulator
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
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