Flasher Module

[Utah Geezer]

I had the TricLed lights put on the RTL front fenders, rear bags and extra brake lights at the last SpyderFest. They wouldn't put the flasher module on for the front fenders but I bought it from them and now I'm looking at doing the install myself. I'm no mechanic but I will tinker with it and try to get it done. I checked YouTube for a video on someone doing it but didn't find anything on it. Has anyone done this and how hard is it? I got some directions with the module but I still have a few questions. Anybody have a direction they can point me in on video or really good detailed instructions.

Thanks for taking the time to read and help you can give.

 

[Bfromla]

No know video :dontknow: Sorry but do know it is a long process,is why they do not offer install at Spyderfest. You may be able to schedule an appointment with them, that way they can still maximize their time to take care of the rest of us. :2thumbs:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Dennis, I have installed a bunch of the flasher modules and it is pretty straight forward. We are planning a trip to St George sometime in the near future to install LED headlights on a few RTs if you don't want to do the install yourself let me know and we can schedule to do it for you.

 

[zuni]

If you are mechanically inclined it isn't too difficult but it is a PIA. You have to jack up the bike and remove the wheel to get access to the screws that hold the cover in place. With that done the easy part is out of the way. The wiring is straight forward but you will find that the incoming power to the oem marker led is short and fun to work with if you are tapping your power from there. If not in addition to running the signal wire from your turn signals to activate the module, you will need to run power. Again not rocket science but it takes some thought and planning. With all that done you now have to cram all the wires and the module under the cover that holds the lights along with the brackets that hold the fenders to the bike. One of my least favorite mods to do or help with. Replaced my wife's RT with an F3 so I am getting ready to do it again. I (as well as others on SL) can answer questions remotely if you decide to tackle the job but if it sounds like a handful it might be a better idea to take SpyderAnn01 up on the offer and schedule an install.

CJ JAX

I had the TricLed lights put on the RTL front fenders, rear bags and extra brake lights at the last SpyderFest. They wouldn't put the flasher module on for the front fenders but I bought it from them and now I'm looking at doing the install myself. I'm no mechanic but I will tinker with it and try to get it done. I checked YouTube for a video on someone doing it but didn't find anything on it. Has anyone done this and how hard is it? I got some directions with the module but I still have a few questions. Anybody have a direction they can point me in on video or really good detailed instructions.

Thanks for taking the time to read and help you can give.

 

[Stumpy6Guns]

If you decide to take it on, here are some things I learned along the way.
1. Buy a decent crimper. The combo wire stripper/screw cutter/ crimpers are not going to get the connectors crimped tight enough, and the smaller wires will slip back out right after you button everything up. Spend a few bucks at Home Depot and get a GB Klein crimper. You won't regret it.
2. Use black wire for the signal wire. The module uses yellow but it won't reach the turn signal so you have to extend it. If you try to be consistent and use yellow, all your friends will see it and point and laugh at you.
3. Leave slack in the wire to allow the wheels to pivot without stretching the signal wire.
4. Do the module wiring on the bench, not at the bike. It's much easier on the back, and you will be able to adjust wire lengths and module position so that you don't have to fight to make it all fit. I soldered the wire joints in mine because the crimp connectors are bulky and the assembly wouldn't go back on right.
5. Tape the module and wires to the underside of the assembly, not the top of the fender. Otherwise, you have to wrestle an octopus to get everything tucked in.
6. If you can, let the pros from Squared Away do it so that you don't have to do it over. Like me.:gaah: