Hyperlite install on Can-bus

[MonkeyBoy]

I just received my set of hyperlites and for beemers with canbus they suggest "to install a fuse block with ignition switched relay" Does anyone know what that means?

[Motodan]

Use site Search function for the fuse panel 'centech'. That should get you up to speed. They are saying do not tap into your bikes wiring with their lights. Instead run a fuse pael, such as Centech, off your battery. The hyperlites would then run off the fuse panel. The relay would switch the panel on when bike is started and off when shut down.

[AZgman]

Many of us have hyperlights installed without a relay or fuse block. Search in this forum for hyperlights and you will get plenty of info.

[wsteinborn]

I am guessing you bought the version which have a running light mode, in addition to the brake lights?

[MonkeyBoy]

I am guessing you bought the version which have a running light mode, in addition to the brake lights?

Yes, I believe they are

[JimVonBaden1]

It would have probably been cheaper, definitely easier, and you would have gotten brighter and better lights with www.p3lights.com instead!

http://www.p3lights.com/K1200RS-on.jpg

I have them on my R1200GS and they are incredible!

Jim :brow

PS No financial stake here, though Jerry IS a friend of mine!

[danalbertson]

I have them on my R1200R and there is no problem. I followed the model specific instructions they came with and got switched power from a wire going to the alarm connector, and spliced into the brake light line for activation.

No canbus issues.

[wmubrown]

I just received my set of hyperlites and for beemers with canbus they suggest "to install a fuse block with ignition switched relay" Does anyone know what that means?

That means to obtain an accessory fuse block that is powered directly from your battery, and is turned on and off with the ignition switch. Centech was mentioned, but the entire fuse block has to be switched or unswitched. This outfit should have stock soon and is a more interesting product allowing you to select if each individual circuit is switched or not (you WILL want your hyperlites switched, a GPS you might want unswitched so it always remains on until you turn it off):
www.fuzeblocks.com

Canbus cannot power your lights directly, it will trip a fault, so powering them from the battery is necessary. You'll likely want to add more devices in the future, so adding a fuse block is the way to go. If this is the only device you will be adding and you want to get this done quickly, just use a fuse lead directly to your battery from the hyperlites.

[tommcgee]

Centech was mentioned, but the entire fuse block has to be switched or unswitched.

There's a Centech AP-2 fuseblock that has both switched and unswitched circuits. I's otherwise identical to the AP-1.

[airoilheadbeemerguy]

Just installed the P3 setup on my RT following a recommendation on this forum. Even though they are more expensive than other systems I looked into, this is certainly a case of getting what you pay for. The brakes light up like a billboard, used the four quick flash option followed by steady brake light. I'm very impressed, even my better half who is not mechanically minded commented how much brighter the brakes are. :deal

[mtboulder]

I installed Hyperlites on my '06 RT using the directions that came with them which said to spice into the positive wire on the rear accessory plug. Mine are brake and running lights and they work fine this way with not Canbus issues.

[JimVonBaden1]

I installed Hyperlites on my '06 RT using the directions that came with them which said to spice into the positive wire on the rear accessory plug. Mine are brake and running lights and they work fine this way with not Canbus issues.


Sure, until you plug something else into it and lose your power until you restart it.

Jim :brow

PS and wait until you take it in for service and they try (illegally) to void your warranty for cutting the harness!:blush

[danalbertson]

Sure, until you plug something else into it and lose your power until you restart it.

Jim :brow

PS and wait until you take it in for service and they try (illegally) to void your warranty for cutting the harness!:blush

Mine are wired in on my R per the instructions and I have had service and warranty work since. My battery failed and they replaced it free. Perhaps it a dealer by dealer thing.

[JimVonBaden1]

Mine are wired in on my R per the instructions and I have had service and warranty work since. My battery failed and they replaced it free. Perhaps it a dealer by dealer thing.

Hey Dan,

You bet it is dependent on the dealer.

Jim :brow

[wsteinborn]

Sure, until you plug something else into it and lose your power until you restart it.

Jim :brow

PS and wait until you take it in for service and they try (illegally) to void your warranty for cutting the harness!:blush

On my Sporty I put in the Hyperlites, fog lights, and engine guards myself.

For my RT I feel the need to support the dealership. They are the only one within a few hundred miles of me, so I have them maintain the bike. I need them to stay in business. They are a Mom and Pop shop.

I had them put on the hyperlites and they did an excellent job, and have no one to blame but themselves for any issues. And the parts prices they charged are less than retail. A win-win.........