3-Way Electrical Connectors for accessories

[Rasher]

Does anyone know where I can get a connector for the accessory sockets :question:

I notice in the RHS by the battery is a 3-way connector with a blanking cover, it is the same as the one the heated grips plug into.

I would like to use this to power other stuff but do not want to cut the wiring, so need to find a male plug of the same type.

 

[DinX]

http://www.easternbeaver.com/Main/Elec__Products/Connectors/Sealed/sealed.html

 

[Rasher]

That's them, the Sumitomo MT Series ::008::

I actually managed a harmless bodge by removing the little rubber blank grommets and pushing the wires (for my Autocom) through a tiny bit, then replacing rubber blank to hold it tight / prevent water getting in. Not ideal, but it has got me running without the need to cut anything.

Does anyone know what the spare plug by the battery is for :question:

I am assuming it is to connect the spot lights too, it has 3 wires a Ground and two 12v wires, one switched and one permanent.

 

[Tremor38]

That's them, the Sumitomo MT Series ::008::

I actually managed a harmless bodge by removing the little rubber blank grommets and pushing the wires (for my Autocom) through a tiny bit, then replacing rubber blank to hold it tight / prevent water getting in. Not ideal, but it has got me running without the need to cut anything.

Does anyone know what the spare plug by the battery is for :question:

I am assuming it is to connect the spot lights too, it has 3 wires a Ground and two 12v wires, one switched and one permanent.

You are correct, Sir. It is for the OEM fog lights.

 

[Rasher]

You are correct, Sir. It is for the OEM fog lights.

Fantastic, that means I have another switched power outlet on the other side of the bike to use

Could not find connectors in the UK so ordered them from the link provided in the good old US of A - probably cheaper than in rip off Britain anyway, got some extra's of M & F types so if ever I need to make up a waterproof connector I can.

 

[avc8130]

Are the Aux Light and Heated Grip connectors the same style?

If I am ordering from Eastern Beaver, I might as well get all of my bases covered. Really we just need pins, since the stock setup is a terminating plug anyways and could be used to create a connector right?

ac

 

[AndyCBR]

You just need pins and plugs with holes to use the stock connector.

Eastern Beaver had them.

 

[Rasher]

Are the Aux Light and Heated Grip connectors the same style?

Yes, I know this because my bike has heated grips and the dealer gave me a box with the OE bits and in there is the blank connector they removed when fitting the grips - same as the one on the RHS for the Fog.

It is on the MT series page:-

3 Position .090 Waterproof MT Connector

Or at least that's what I ordered, so I hope I got it right, it is the only one that looks the same shape.

 

[stevepsd]

The pins are the same for both the 3 & 4 conductor connector. All you need is the male pins and the sealing grommets.

http://www.easternbeaver.com/Main/Elec__Products/Connectors/Sealed/SM-MT/sm-mt.html

 

[Rasher]

The pins are the same for both the 3 & 4 conductor connector. All you need is the male pins and the sealing grommets.

http://www.easternbeaver.com/Main/Elec__Products/Connectors/Sealed/SM-MT/sm-mt.html

I had to spend $20 so ordered some connectors (both types) and some pins, forgot about the sealing grommets :-[ so may have to improvise.

Handy to have extra connectors for any future additions as I can spur off from my first socket, or put connections anywhere I like at a later date.

 

[ECI-Tampa]

I'm looking to connect a GPS tracking system for mapping my travels, recovering if stolen, safety and keeping my family up to date. I need to tap an ignition, constant and ground. I have enough wire to go anywhere on the bike. I did find the 4-way under the seat which would be super convenient but I don't want to use it if it is intended for something else. I'm new to the bike so any tips on where to connect would be appreciated.

 

[ECI-Tampa]

I'm looking to connect a GPS tracking system for mapping my travels, recovering if stolen, safety and keeping my family up to date. I need to tap an ignition, constant and ground. I have enough wire to go anywhere on the bike. I did find the 4-way under the seat which would be super convenient but I don't want to use it if it is intended for something else. I'm new to the bike so any tips on where to connect would be appreciated.

I just found the answer in the post below. I'll try the connector by the battery.

 

[Rasher]

I just found the answer in the post below. I'll try the connector by the battery.

Easy to run wires from under seat to the Battery area behind the chassis / bodywork ::008::

 

[stevepsd]

I'm looking to connect a GPS tracking system for mapping my travels, recovering if stolen, safety and keeping my family up to date. I need to tap an ignition, constant and ground. I have enough wire to go anywhere on the bike. I did find the 4-way under the seat which would be super convenient but I don't want to use it if it is intended for something else. I'm new to the bike so any tips on where to connect would be appreciated.

The 4 conductor connector (should be wrapped in a plastic baggie) is the ABS test connector....don't go plugging into that.