GPS Wiring

wearelopey

wearelopey

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OK,

So if you take a look at this diagram: http://www.canyonchasers.net/shop/generic/images/relay/relay-diagram-final.jpg

you will see how to make a distribution block.

Now,

I don't want a distribution block, all I want is a fused relay for my Gps. I can add the block later if I ever need it.

So,

In order to modify the diagram to fit my application, I would have to have the fused lead from the battery (both positive AND negative wires), connecting and going into relay slot 87?

Is that correct? Or am I really in the dark about electrical work?

Thanks
 
wearelopey said:
OK,

So if you take a look at this diagram: http://www.canyonchasers.net/shop/generic/images/relay/relay-diagram-final.jpg

you will see how to make a distribution block.

Now,

I don't want a distribution block, all I want is a fused relay for my Gps. I can add the block later if I ever need it.

So,

In order to modify the diagram to fit my application, I would have to have the fused lead from the battery (both positive AND negative wires), connecting and going into relay slot 87?

Is that correct? Or am I really in the dark about electrical work?

Thanks
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Power to slot 87 yeah, but you'd have to run the wire from slot 86 to ground (or batt -ve). Your GPs will be powered from slot 30 on the relay and then grounded directly to the bike or -ve terminal.
 
Oh ok I get it.

Appreciate the help, thanks!
 
A relay is not needed and adds a point of failure. GPS use very little current (< 1 amp) so just use an inline fuse and and maybe a switch.
 
As in I should hook it up straight to the battery? Or straight to the tap?

Thanks
 
Franko! said:
A relay is not needed and adds a point of failure. GPS use very little current (< 1 amp) so just use an inline fuse and and maybe a switch.
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If you don't have a relay tied in to the key being turned on and the gps stays on the bike it will slowly drain the battery. You might forget to flip a switch to off.
 
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