How much tupperware needs removal to Wire my GPS directly to the Battery?
I have a 21 RTL and I'm looking to wire my Zumo XT directly to the battery. Does anyone know how many panels I need to remove? I'd like to run the wire from the handlebars, following the handlebars down to the battery. I've read the posts on running the GPS wires to the accessory wire, but I don't feel comfortable splicing the accessory wire. Thanks.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 09-20-2022 at 09:44 PM.
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Don’t forget that wiring your GPS directly to your battery will mean that you will HAVE to remember to turn the XT off every time you leave the RT On3wheels; or you will come back to a flat battery as the XT will remain on as long as it's getting power.
It really is worthwhile working out how to connect it to the accessory circuit. It is not difficult. There is a small connector which Lamonster sells; you feed your XT wire into one end and tighten; and the other end has a screw on cap which pierces the accessory wire and fastens to it. Easy Peasy. Sorry, I can’t think of its name at the moment.
Pete
p.s. getting from the handlebars to the battery or accessory point is quite easy too. Remove the painted side panels and the small cover panel next to the “tank”, and you should be able to see all the way through.
Last edited by Peteoz; 09-20-2022 at 11:04 PM.
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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
Don’t forget that wiring your GPS directly to your battery will mean that you will HAVE to remember to turn the XT off every time you leave the RT On3wheels; or you will come back to a flat battery as the XT will remain on as long as it's getting power.
It really is worthwhile working out how to connect it to the accessory circuit. It is not difficult. There is a small connector which Lamonster sells; you feed your XT wire into one end and tighten; and the other end has a screw on cap which pierces the accessory wire and fastens to it. Easy Peasy. Sorry, I can’t think of it’s name at the moment.
Pete
p.s. getting from the handlebars to the battery or accessory point is quite easy too. Remove the painted side panels and the small cover panel next to the “tank”, and you should be able to see all the way through.
Pete is ABSOLUTELY correct here.
I echo Pete's recommendation to connect your GPS to a switched circuit, or you'll kill your battery.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 09-20-2022 at 09:47 PM.
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I know this doesn't directly answer you question about the tupperware, but if you plan to add electrical to the Spyder, consider a power distribution box. I added one to our 2018 RTL to add electrical capability and bypass the nanny. I don't know what kind of space you have on yur ride, but I have found space to do this mod on various bikes/tikes of ours - 2 Goldwing trikes - a 1500 and an 1800, Harley FLHS & a Sportster, 2 VW based trikes, my 2013 Triumph Bonneville and our '18 RTL, plus a few friends rides. https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ribution-block
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Thanks for all your input. I watched the LaMonster video, and it looks like I will try that since I don't have to cut the accessory wire. Thanks again.