Power distribution

[Dads_FJ]

Found a nifty spot to locate a power distribution fuse block.  A relay switched through the ignition supplies power.  I like the idea of isolating accessories from the main wiring harness because if there's an issue it won't (shouldn't) effect anything else electrical on the bike and it makes troubleshooting easier.  I know, I know there's a lot of room to be had if I remove the air box, but I like the air box!  Note: I'm not sure how it would fit bikes which use a stock shock and its adjustment hardware, but I *think* there's be enough room.

[Arnie]

I did a very similar installation of electrical accessory power block.
Just to the left of the brake master and the oval grommet is the 4 posi fuse block.
Sorry, there's a bit of insulation in the way of clear viewing.



Arnie

[Zwartie]

Did the same thing a couple years ago. Just had too many wires coming off the battery! As an electrician, it was shameful - I was powering my GPS, aux lights, heated vest and 12V receptacle off the battery. They were all individually fused but it looked like a rat's nest on top of the battery. I got a great fuse block from Whitehorse Gear: http://www.whitehorsegear.com/motorcycle-circuit-manager-fuse-block

Here it is installed:


A close-up:


Zwartie

[Dads_FJ]

Arnie, What'd in the little bottle?  Great hiding spot for chain oil perhaps?  Zwartie nice touch with the wire-loom too, very professional!

[SlowOldGuy]

Here's my setup.  Power Distribution Panel and Ground Block from Electrical Connection



DavidR.

[ribbert]

Found a nifty spot to locate a power distribution fuse block.  A relay switched through the ignition supplies power.  I like the idea of isolating accessories from the main wiring harness because if there's an issue it won't (shouldn't) effect anything else electrical on the bike and it makes troubleshooting easier.  I know, I know there's a lot of room to be had if I remove the air box, but I like the air box!  Note: I'm not sure how it would fit bikes which use a stock shock and its adjustment hardware, but I *think* there's be enough room.

There have been four photos of fuse blocks posted in the last day.
This may be the least fancy but it wins because he used coloured coded wires, a proper connector and he has a press in his garage.

Noel

[fj11.5]

id show mine, but effie has two, she,s in disgrace and i dont have a press 

[Dads_FJ]

The simple press, invaluable!  And thanks for the compliment.  I was feeling a bit (how shall I say?) inferior with my design after seeing the nicer units posted!
A friend of mine bought one of these, no fuses! http://www.rowe-electronics.com/modules.  but then again his bike looks like this:



I'm old school, I like fuses.

[Arnie]

Arnie, What'd in the little bottle?  Great hiding spot for chain oil perhaps?

Yes, its the reservoir for my chain oiler.  Almost empty in that pic, it holds about 6oz.
Siphon system with a switchable solenoid valve and a RC model ball valve inline.
I let it drip onto the chain for 5-10 min after each fuel fill.

For a bike this big, there are not a lot of places to hide things like fuse blocks or oil reservoirs, or stuff you want to carry JIC.

Arnie
   

[Dads_FJ]

Arnie, What'd in the little bottle?  Great hiding spot for chain oil perhaps?

Yes, its the reservoir for my chain oiler.  Almost empty in that pic, it holds about 6oz.
Siphon system with a switchable solenoid valve and a RC model ball valve inline.
I let it drip onto the chain for 5-10 min after each fuel fill.

For a bike this big, there are not a lot of places to hide things like fuse blocks or oil reservoirs, or stuff you want to carry JIC.

Arnie
   

Speaking of hiding places... did you know the ol' gal has a built in oven to cook food? 



Or this which cooks at a much higher temp but not nearly as long:

[Steve_in_Florida]

...built in oven to cook food? 

Now that's "fowl"!

...cooks at a much higher temp but not nearly as long:

It'll let you know if you forget, and OVERCOOK it.

Blooey!  Beenie-Weenie ala Shin.

[SlowOldGuy]

There have been four photos of fuse blocks posted in the last day.
This may be the least fancy but it wins because he used coloured coded wires, a proper connector and he has a press in his garage.

Noel

Oh yeah?  Well my brake fluid is much cleaner!

Hey Dad, what's that aluminum-looking cylinder with what looks like a brake line connected to it just under the airbox inlet?

DavidR.

[Dads_FJ]

I replace the clutch and front brake fluids annually, not sure why I miss the rear but this year it's going to change (pun intended)!  The aluminum looking can is the reservoir for my Honda F4i rear shock.  I might see about getting a longer hose connected by someone who rebuilds/recharges them and mount it like an old-school Fox style on the sub-frame.

[movenon]

I replace the clutch and front brake fluids annually, not sure why I miss the rear but this year it's going to change (pun intended)!  The aluminum looking can is the reservoir for my Honda F4i rear shock.  I might see about getting a longer hose connected by someone who rebuilds/recharges them and mount it like an old-school Fox style on the sub-frame.

I also would like to extend my F4i hose. I have been looking a Honda F3 shock hose. They are longer. If you can locate a old f3 shock cheap for the hose? Check them out on flea bay. Just a thought. 
George

[RichBaker]

There have been four photos of fuse blocks posted in the last day.
This may be the least fancy but it wins because he used coloured coded wires, a proper connector and he has a press in his garage.

Noel

Oh yeah?  Well my brake fluid is much cleaner!

Hey Dad, what's that aluminum-looking cylinder with what looks like a brake line connected to it just under the airbox inlet?

DavidR.

Shock reservoir.....