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Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:08 pm
by toronto.gal
I have a bunch of heated gear that I know will NOT work with the accessory plug as wired. I do NOT want to buy all new BMW heated gear.
So I thought I might wire the accessory plug direct to the battery.
Has anyone tried this - does it work? Are there any drawbacks?
Re: Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:53 pm
by deilenberger
Actually - someone will remember the link - there is a kit to do exactly this. It has no downside except the outlet isn't switched with the ignition, and some people think that is a plus actually. Now to remember who makes the kit...
Re: Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 5:38 am
by Bob41459
My dealer did that before I picked up my '07 R12R at no cost.It's a really easy switch or so they told me.
So yes it can be done.If you're buying new just get your dealer to do it for you.
Re: Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 6:31 am
by celticus
Having it on all of the time is a plus for me. I can charge my ipod at rallies.
Mark
Re: Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 9:26 am
by sandycruz
Re: Bypassing the CAN-bus by direct wiring the accessory plug
Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:01 pm
by toronto.gal
My dealer keeps insisting that the accessory plug works with Gerbings gear as is - I know that it doesn't. I froze my b*&tt off last year because it didn't.
I will get it rewired before I pick up the bike.
Thanks for the help.
TG