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02-21-2017, 07:20 PM | #1 |
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do it yourself or by dealer?
Hi Folks,
I am looking at putting on custom dynamics truflex LED lighting (run,brake,signals) on my 15 VV. This will be set up between the bags and filler. I will also be getting the curved licence plate with signals. Sine my bike is still under warranty and I have very limited knowledge of bike wiring, even with you tube, is it worth doing yourself or having the dealer install? I figure they could do it a lot faster than me and no worries. Thoughts? Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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02-21-2017, 08:57 PM | #2 |
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I think the cost that the dealer will quote you will make the decision for you. It's not hard to figure out and find the correct wiring/grounds/switches/fuse/power source... take your time and learn about the bike a little. I have brake/running lights in between my bags and the chrome strip, very bright LED lights mounted beside my tag, an LED brake light and they are all hooked to my brake light modulator....I get noticed.
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02-22-2017, 10:29 AM | #3 |
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I agree with Idhthept. If you've got the time and the means then take it slow and tackle it yourself.
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02-22-2017, 05:25 PM | #4 |
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If I had A Harley, I would just look up on you tube. Jeezers....theres a video on even starting their bikes. But nothing for the Vaquero.
If it takes the dealer an hour, at most, but me......say 4. Then I would prefer to pay the dealer. Living in a very small rural area, I would like to keep small town business running. Otherwise, being forced to go 30 minutes away to get a big city dealer to do warranty work. |
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02-22-2017, 05:37 PM | #5 | |
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04-19-2017, 12:14 AM | #6 |
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Well I decided to tackle this on my own. I should have gone with the dealer.
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04-19-2017, 05:32 AM | #7 | |
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As the others advised, take your time to get your brain wrapped around this project. If you don't know or are not sure, ask. That's what this form is for. There are some riders here that have a good understanding of these electrical projects. Don't try to build Rome in a day.
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04-19-2017, 11:49 AM | #8 | |
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Pull the rear wheel to gain clear access to the wiring at the back of the fender under the rubber protection.
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I don't know how you want to start or accomplish this task, but....... If you pull the seat, you can gain access to the same wires, and just make your "new"harness a little longer. That's how I did it. I cut into the harness, spliced in another wire, soldered the connection, and covered it with heat shrink.
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04-19-2017, 01:39 PM | #11 |
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I didn't trust the Kaw dealer to change my oil, I sure as hell wouldn't trust them to do custom wiring and light installation. Besides, it never hurts to know how custom stuff is done on your bike, that knowledge could come in handy sometime if you have a problem.
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04-21-2017, 09:04 AM | #12 |
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I think tackling yourself is the way to go as well. Just get a wiring schematic and ask questions here! I've never understood how folks can drive a car, let alone RIDE, without knowing the first thing mechanically/electrically about their vehicles. I guess everyone else makes way more $$ than I do and can easily afford to pay dealerships/shops...
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