Install 12v Socket to Bike Ignition?

argos

argos

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Is there a tutorial to show step-by-step on how to install a 12v socket to the ignition so I can power my GPS when the ignition is in the ON position only and is OFF when I turn the key to the OFF position (or remove the key) so it doesn't draw any power.

Please help. All the tutorials I found only shows how to connect to the battery, which the GPS will continue to draw power even when the bike is turned off and the keys are removed.

Thanks in advance
 
Just attach a jumper wire to the positive wire that goes to or from your fuse for your tail lights, and a ground wire to either your battery or the chassis. Put an extra fuse in line on the positive side in case of a short.
 
THIS is how to do it right.
http://www.canyonchasers.net/shop/generic/relay.php

If you only want a a 12V socket and not a multi-point distribution system the #86 (negative) and #30 (postive) off the relay are what you run to the socket.
The distribution block and position jumper they list can be harder to come by here, however there are other products around. Search "power distribution block" here.


I used this http://www.bluesea.com/products/5025/ST_Blade_Fuse_Block_-_6_Circuits_with_Negative_Bus_and_Cover is place of the blcok and jumpers. Everything else is as above.

Tap the plate light to "trip" the relay. It is the least critical light you have that is switched by the ignition.

Solder and shrink wrap your connections (where logical/possible).

BTW if you search GTAM with say "12V" you need to add a * (eg-"12V*"). GTAM require a minimum 4 characters to search.
 
tat2 said:
THIS is how to do it right.
http://www.canyonchasers.net/shop/generic/relay.php

If you only want a a 12V socket and not a multi-point distribution system the #86 (negative) and #30 (postive) off the relay are what you run to the socket.
The distribution block and position jumper they list can be harder to come by here, however there are other products around. Search "power distribution block" here.


I used this http://www.bluesea.com/products/5025/ST_Blade_Fuse_Block_-_6_Circuits_with_Negative_Bus_and_Cover is place of the blcok and jumpers. Everything else is as above.

Tap the plate light to "trip" the relay. It is the least critical light you have that is switched by the ignition.

Solder and shrink wrap your connections (where logical/possible).

BTW if you search GTAM with say "12V" you need to add a * (eg-"12V*"). GTAM require a minimum 4 characters to search.
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^ This is the way I have done it and will continue to do it. A single USB charging port won't draw much current, but its a good practice to create your own circuit. You can find the automotive relays and inline fuses at Canadian Tire or Princess Auto.
 
I have mine hooked up straight to the battery and prefer it that way. The GPS will draw so little that you can charge it for an hour easily before having to worry about your bike dying.
 
I much prefer the USB method dedicated to the GPS. I almost always run with my GPS on the bike, and I found that the cigarette lighter adapter would make/break connection as I hit rough roads or my front wheel would leave the ground.

The relay method is the best way to tap into power for your bike, and they are inexpensive and can be found anywhere.
 
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