Trail Tech Vapor and mount

[rugbert]

Im looking around on Ebay for a Trail Tech Vapor digital read out and I cant tell if these seemingly identical listings are in fact differnt. They all say universal but have specific compatibility charts, few of which list the 2007 Ninja 250 (ex250r).


Basically, Im looking for a trail tech vapor and the the protector (with the indicators) for my 2007 ninja 250. Are they all the same? Will I just have to rewire things a bit for the protector to display the signal/neutral/highbeam indicators?

Lastly, how are people mounting these things? I was going to see if I could find someone to custom fab a mount for me but if there is something premade I'll tcheck that out.

[FvnnyL3tt3r1ng]

Originally Posted by rugbert

Im looking around on Ebay for a Trail Tech Vapor digital read out and I cant tell if these seemingly identical listings are in fact differnt. They all say universal but have specific compatibility charts, few of which list the 2007 Ninja 250 (ex250r).


Basically, Im looking for a trail tech vapor and the the protector (with the indicators) for my 2007 ninja 250. Are they all the same? Will I just have to rewire things a bit for the protector to display the signal/neutral/highbeam indicators?

Lastly, how are people mounting these things? I was going to see if I could find someone to custom fab a mount for me but if there is something premade I'll tcheck that out.

I got the Vapor Kawasaki kdx 200/220 1995-2007. I think the part number is 752-500. I haven't completed installing it but you only get 4 Led slots with the "protector". You unclip your stock gauge and clip in the vapor for the oil/neutral/indicators. The protector is only a plastic housing with the led slots. The mounting bracket goes on the bars, takes up very little space, and hasn't budged on me since I put it on. The temp gauge is definitely an upgrade. The tachometer isn't as good in my opinion the analog tachs are where it's at. Make sure you request the tach wire with the resistors otherwise you'll be doing it yourself.

[rugbert]

Originally Posted by FvnnyL3tt3r1ng

I got the Vapor Kawasaki kdx 200/220 1995-2007. I think the part number is 752-500. I haven't completed installing it but you only get 4 Led slots with the "protector". You unclip your stock gauge and clip in the vapor for the oil/neutral/indicators. The protector is only a plastic housing with the led slots. The mounting bracket goes on the bars, takes up very little space, and hasn't budged on me since I put it on. The temp gauge is definitely an upgrade. The tachometer isn't as good in my opinion the analog tachs are where it's at. Make sure you request the tach wire with the resistors otherwise you'll be doing it yourself.

HMMM, very interesting. Thanks!

Do you have any pictures the mounting bracket?

[Business810]

I've been considering the Vapor if I ever take the fairings off - so curious to see the photos as well.

Another member, with one of the nicest naked Ninja's I've seen, posted a good mount here: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showp...5&postcount=53

[FvnnyL3tt3r1ng]

Here's one I forget if I have this in conjunction with the piece attaching to the handlebar which is basically just a plastic clamp that goes onto your handlebars with an arm a couple inches in length where you mount the gauge. I'll take a pic tomorrow

[FvnnyL3tt3r1ng]

Originally Posted by Business810

I've been considering the Vapor if I ever take the fairings off - so curious to see the photos as well.

Another member, with one of the nicest naked Ninja's I've seen, posted a good mount here: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showp...5&postcount=53

The vapor is decent but I really do think the analog tach/digital readout gauges are the best. The housing that holds the indicator LEDs is plastic as well not much stronger than say, a lid that would go on a plastic storage tub.

[FvnnyL3tt3r1ng]

Here's everything that comes with it. See the handlebar arms I'm talking about?

[FvnnyL3tt3r1ng]

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[Business810]

Originally Posted by FvnnyL3tt3r1ng

The vapor is decent but I really do think the analog tach/digital readout gauges are the best. The housing that holds the indicator LEDs is plastic as well not much stronger than say, a lid that would go on a plastic storage tub.

Yeah, the Kosos are nice, just a lot more money to put into an old(er) bike. Your setup looks pretty good though - balances out the brake fluid reservoir.

[rugbert]

Originally Posted by FvnnyL3tt3r1ng

Here's one I forget if I have this in conjunction with the piece attaching to the handlebar which is basically just a plastic clamp that goes onto your handlebars with an arm a couple inches in length where you mount the gauge. I'll take a pic tomorrow

Oh word, does that bracket come with the stuff below?

[Chicagobob]

That's what came with mine, in addition to the plastic handlebar mount. It's what I used for my steering lock mount, but you can easily make up something similar from sheet aluminum or PC board, even just a couple of tabs (painted black) to run from under the clip-ons to the back of the gauge. Just make sure the aluminum is thick enough so the gauge doesn't wobble from the bike's movement.

That's what I did on my old Suzuki:

[tommy tuff nuts]

Can you still lock your handle bars ? I did this and all I can do is turn the key in the on and off position no lock the screw goes into the locking mechanism how did you get around this

[Chicagobob]

Originally Posted by tommy tuff nuts

Can you still lock your handle bars ? I did this and all I can do is turn the key in the on and off position no lock the screw goes into the locking mechanism how did you get around this

Very short screws.