so it required some thought as to how to go about fitting the PC-8.
Maybe I could have put it to the rear of the seat latch bracket, where the manual & toolkit go, but I wanted to keep that space for my wet weather trousers.
Also since most of the accessories I'll fit will be right up front I wanted the wiring ASAP. The fuse-box also needs to be easy to access & instal wiring to.
So this is it.
Before anyone says it, yes I know those plastic pieces are meant to hold a cyclelok. I don't think I'll ever use one & I believe there are better alternatives.
So carefully cut down all 4.
It's a little tricky drilling these 2 holes due to small space. Just drill them right on each edge of the round bubble which convenientely marks just the right spot.
All fairly clear to follow me thinks. I used a similar mounting position to the one Jim used on his V-Strom 1000.
How lucky is this? An ignition switched +12 volt connection right where you need it.
Not 100% sure, but I think it may be for connecting part of the ABS module. If so it would still be easy to tap into if you have ABS.
Easy access to do your wiring.
Here you can see the accessories wired so far with spare ones for extra lights, cigarette style 12volt socket, etc,etc.
There's enough clearance under the seat so there's no contact or pressure on the fusebox.
I've ridden with wife on pillion for about a month & all is good.
The Oxfords & other electrics work perfectly as they should. No prob's whatsoever.
Hope you find this useful fellas. Jim's kits come with all hardware & good fitting advise on his website.
He is a first rate bloke to deal with.
next part is fitting the BMW style powerlet socket to power the wife's heated gloves,etc.
She gets cold hands but is nice & warm where it counts.
Edited by TDMtoraneko, 04 May 2011 - 08:56 am.
