Last weekend I removed the cover from the Spyder and moved the bike over into a good working space to R&R the front tires. I needed to reposition some wiring connectors that I'd left exposed a few months ago when I installed the fender light kits. I was hoping that I'd be able to do this by taking the screws out of the fenders and lifting them up just enough to disconnect and tuck the connectors back into the gap behind the finder bracket, and it worked out perfectly. While I had the left side tire off, I moved the battery tender cable from the frunk over over to the left side of the frame and zip-tied it to a couple of wiring harnesses, positioning the plug in a manner that it can be reached from behind the left tire.
Today I installed the Show Chrome FormFusion Trunk Light kit, and I've gotta tell ya, that the installation instruction video that Pierre posted on his website was absolutely perfect! I don't know that I've ever seen a more accurate or comprehensive instructional video. :clap: The plug and play cable connector was definitely money well spent too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPk5Kv8n6rl
The lights are substantial and there's a look and feel of true quality. However, I'm a little concerned about the durability of the adhesive. I followed the video instructions but added the use of the adhesive primer that was in the kit but not mentioned in the video. While I was installing the 2nd light, I needed to remove and reposition it slightly. i had about 3 inches of the tape pressed onto the upper case cover and when I pulled the light back off, the adhesive tape separated from the light kit. :yikes: It became a bit of a challenge to get the tape to stick back onto the waffle cone surface of the light, but I managed that by reinstalling the 3M plastic sheet back over the outer side of the adhesive and pressing it back onto the light. Crossing my fingers that the there's enough surface area on the light to hold it all in place. It was quite surprising to see that the tape wasn't adhered to more than just the raised edges of the waffle shaped ridges.
The LED lights are plenty bright! The tail/brake lights are separate from the sequential turn signals and the added lights are eye catching for sure.
Lastly I remounted the flag posts onto the upper case, and also replaced the OEM brake pedal for the extended length pedal from ShowChrome. Then I wiped all the surfaces down and put her back in her parking place for a few more weeks.
The next project will be installing the ST2 brake light modules as well as saddle bag lights. My wife and I will be taking the two day Motorcycle Safety Foundation driving course next weekend down in northern Kentucky. Pulled our helmets out and made sure the Cardo Freedom 4X intercoms were synced up and working.
We're getting excited for riding season! :yes:
