Powerlet 12v outlet and GPS

slolane · November 20th, 2010, 08:44 PM

Installed Powerlet 12 volt outlet on right panel:

Currently have a cheap Tom Tom One GPS that when needed I can suction cup to the Speedo since the GPS displays my speed anyway. The suction cup has help up on all of the last few bikes I have had with now issues (ZX14, HD Street Glide, WR250 Supermoto). This is a small 3.5" GPS but I will be upgrading it soon to a 4 or 5 inch version. Anyway, on to the pics:

scotty · November 20th, 2010, 08:52 PM

Thats a great idea where you put that 12v. Is it a water proof one?

slolane · November 20th, 2010, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scotty

Thats a great idea where you put that 12v. Is it a water proof one?

Thanks, I mounted it there and at that angle to allow for different sized chargers. Currently I just use the GPS or iPhone charger.

Yes, the Powerlet does come with a rubber cover that protects it from water (when not in use).

I used the 48" Powerlet Cigarette Socket Panel Kit.

scotty · November 20th, 2010, 09:05 PM

I think I may copy your idea, at your consent of course! Lol I have mine behind the windscreen.

wild-bill · November 20th, 2010, 09:11 PM

You just gave me an idea of where to place it-I was going to mount one on my bike soon.

slolane · November 20th, 2010, 09:30 PM

Go for it guys! Just happy to help out with another perspective. One condition... pics will be needed of the installs... love the pics!

CZroe · November 20th, 2010, 09:52 PM

There is an unused mounting hole a little below that area above and to the right of the radiator. A lot of people have mounted sockets there. In fact, some Walmart stores carry a marine one with a spring-loaded flip top intended for boats (most likely only carried at Supercenters), which works very well.

Snake · November 21st, 2010, 06:42 AM

Nice and clean installation. It looks like the bike came like that from the factory.

addy126 · November 29th, 2010, 08:53 PM

I have the same TomTom on mine with the suction cup on speedo. Works really well and it lasts for a few days riding. However I just have a thing about drilling holes into the plastics of the bike.... it just makes me shudder. I resort to heavy duty hidden velcro and black zip ties that can't really be seen. You did a great job tho in the hook up. What did you splice into for the Powerlet wiring?

bob706 · November 29th, 2010, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

There is an unused mounting hole a little below that area above and to the right of the radiator. A lot of people have mounted sockets there. In fact, some Walmart stores carry a marine one with a spring-loaded flip top intended for boats (most likely only carried at Supercenters), which works very well.

+1

slolane · November 29th, 2010, 10:17 PM

I don't mind a little drilling as long as the result looks like a factory finish. If ever needed I could pick up that small black trim piece from the dealer or one of the parted out bikes around.

The Powerlet wiring connects directly to the battery but I'm getting ready to build or order a fuse block with relay for additional accessories.

rockNroll · November 30th, 2010, 03:19 PM

Nice clean install.

I do think I'd rather have that socket switched when using it on a motorcycle.

hackeron · December 10th, 2010, 04:46 AM

It looks great, but how do you know your speed in an area with tall buildings or when riding through a tunnel?

Very tempted to do this but there are so many speed cameras in the UK and not knowing your speed some of the time could be a problem

Personally I got myself one of these: http://buybits.com/product/7382.aspx

Will post some photos when I try it out - snowing here at the moment so bike is not in use

slolane · December 10th, 2010, 11:11 AM

The 12v is mostly used for recharging my iPhone/iPad but I use the GPS once a month or so. While using my GPS in DC the buildings never caused me to drop a signal so I haven't run into that yet. If you wanted for judging your speed you could figure your speed per gear/rpm if you were worried about dropping your GPS signal... or just put it on your tach, dash or underside of windscreen instead.

Alex · December 10th, 2010, 11:15 AM

It's amazing how much more solid GPS receivers have become in the last few years. 10 years ago our receivers would drop consistently in cities, under bridges, etc. But ever since chips like the SirfStar III and similar, devices almost never lose lock once they obtain it. Some of mine can even pick up a satellite lock while indoors in our home.

hackeron · December 10th, 2010, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Alex

It's amazing how much more solid GPS receivers have become in the last few years. 10 years ago our receivers would drop consistently in cities, under bridges, etc. But ever since chips like the SirfStar III and similar, devices almost never lose lock once they obtain it. Some of mine can even pick up a satellite lock while indoors in our home.

I think software improved. Also on my audi satnav, it has a compass and connected to the speedo, so it knows exactly where you are even in tunnels

Seems tomtom were a bit lazy with their iPhone software though, seems to jump to adjacent roads or lose signal all the time in London

Alex · December 10th, 2010, 11:49 AM

Software has definitely made great strides as well, along with additional sensors like a compass; but that particular SirfStar chip made a night and day difference in sensitivity from V2 to III.

onizthegnome · December 10th, 2010, 07:21 PM

i was thinking of using a RAM mount to mount my tomtom but this is a more practical solution!

Kevin2109 · May 4th, 2011, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slolane

Looks like your playing a video game

slolane · May 4th, 2011, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin2109

Looks like your playing a video game

Humm, how do I mount my Xbox 360 onto my Ninja 250?

LOL

Kevin2109 · May 4th, 2011, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slolane

Humm, how do I mount my Xbox 360 onto my Ninja 250?

LOL

Dont tempt me

sixer · May 4th, 2011, 10:10 PM

How does the suction cup connect to the gps unit- is it just a tomtom thing? I have a nuvi
Posted via Mobile Device

Cazper · May 4th, 2011, 10:17 PM

It's just a tomtom thing... it's how their window mount is. My Garmin window mount doesn't go flat either... but I've had a tomtom before.

November 20th, 2010, 08:44 PM	#1
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	Powerlet 12v outlet and GPS Installed Powerlet 12 volt outlet on right panel: Currently have a cheap Tom Tom One GPS that when needed I can suction cup to the Speedo since the GPS displays my speed anyway. The suction cup has help up on all of the last few bikes I have had with now issues (ZX14, HD Street Glide, WR250 Supermoto). This is a small 3.5" GPS but I will be upgrading it soon to a 4 or 5 inch version. Anyway, on to the pics:

November 20th, 2010, 08:52 PM	#2
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	Thats a great idea where you put that 12v. Is it a water proof one? __________________________________________________

November 20th, 2010, 09:05 PM	#4
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	I think I may copy your idea, at your consent of course! Lol I have mine behind the windscreen. __________________________________________________

November 20th, 2010, 09:11 PM	#5
wild-bill seeking twisties Name: Bill Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): '07 Ninja 650R, '09 250R special edition Posts: 199	You just gave me an idea of where to place it-I was going to mount one on my bike soon. __________________________________________________ Bill

November 30th, 2010, 03:19 PM	#12
rockNroll . Name: rock Location: greenville, south carolina Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): black Posts: A lot.	Nice clean install. I do think I'd rather have that socket switched when using it on a motorcycle. __________________________________________________ Always get a second opinion because most of these people are makin' this stuff up

November 20th, 2010, 09:30 PM	#6
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	Go for it guys! Just happy to help out with another perspective. One condition... pics will be needed of the installs... love the pics!

November 20th, 2010, 09:52 PM	#7
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	There is an unused mounting hole a little below that area above and to the right of the radiator. A lot of people have mounted sockets there. In fact, some Walmart stores carry a marine one with a spring-loaded flip top intended for boats (most likely only carried at Supercenters), which works very well.

November 21st, 2010, 06:42 AM	#8
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Nice and clean installation. It looks like the bike came like that from the factory.

November 29th, 2010, 08:53 PM	#9
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	I have the same TomTom on mine with the suction cup on speedo. Works really well and it lasts for a few days riding. However I just have a thing about drilling holes into the plastics of the bike.... it just makes me shudder. I resort to heavy duty hidden velcro and black zip ties that can't really be seen. You did a great job tho in the hook up. What did you splice into for the Powerlet wiring?

November 29th, 2010, 10:17 PM	#11
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	I don't mind a little drilling as long as the result looks like a factory finish. If ever needed I could pick up that small black trim piece from the dealer or one of the parted out bikes around. The Powerlet wiring connects directly to the battery but I'm getting ready to build or order a fuse block with relay for additional accessories.

December 10th, 2010, 04:46 AM	#13
hackeron ninjette.org member Name: Roman Location: London, UK Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r (2009) Posts: 67	It looks great, but how do you know your speed in an area with tall buildings or when riding through a tunnel? Very tempted to do this but there are so many speed cameras in the UK and not knowing your speed some of the time could be a problem Personally I got myself one of these: http://buybits.com/product/7382.aspx Will post some photos when I try it out - snowing here at the moment so bike is not in use

December 10th, 2010, 11:11 AM	#14
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	The 12v is mostly used for recharging my iPhone/iPad but I use the GPS once a month or so. While using my GPS in DC the buildings never caused me to drop a signal so I haven't run into that yet. If you wanted for judging your speed you could figure your speed per gear/rpm if you were worried about dropping your GPS signal... or just put it on your tach, dash or underside of windscreen instead.

December 10th, 2010, 11:15 AM	#15
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	It's amazing how much more solid GPS receivers have become in the last few years. 10 years ago our receivers would drop consistently in cities, under bridges, etc. But ever since chips like the SirfStar III and similar, devices almost never lose lock once they obtain it. Some of mine can even pick up a satellite lock while indoors in our home. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

December 10th, 2010, 11:49 AM	#17
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Software has definitely made great strides as well, along with additional sensors like a compass; but that particular SirfStar chip made a night and day difference in sensitivity from V2 to III. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

December 10th, 2010, 07:21 PM	#18
onizthegnome certified newbie Name: oniz Location: north carolina Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 ninja 250r blue Posts: 127	i was thinking of using a RAM mount to mount my tomtom but this is a more practical solution! __________________________________________________ locktite ALL the things!!!

May 4th, 2011, 10:10 PM	#22
sixer no joy Name: Six Location: Cali Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 2006 636 Posts: 408	How does the suction cup connect to the gps unit- is it just a tomtom thing? I have a nuvi Posted via Mobile Device

May 4th, 2011, 10:17 PM	#23
Cazper ninjaholic Name: Dustin Location: Oceanside, CA Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' SE 250R (sold), 03' ZX-6R, 99' XL1200C SP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	It's just a tomtom thing... it's how their window mount is. My Garmin window mount doesn't go flat either... but I've had a tomtom before. __________________________________________________ 09' SE Ninja 250R $2,547.83 worth of mods installed... come on Unregistered, you know you want to know what? Check my Blog "Modification List"

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