Turn Signal Buzzer

Sailariel · November 28th, 2010, 09:59 AM

I have found that at times, I forget to cancel my turn signals. Obviously, that can create a potentially dangerous situation since the motorist near you will assume you are going left or right when you are really going straight.

Has anyone on this forum installed a buzzer which would sound when a turn signal is engaged? It would seem like a fairly easy mod--finding a buzzer at Radio Shack, etc.

I don't think it would be illegal--certainly it would be practical. I already know the answer as to why the original manufacturer does not put one in. Cost.

Another question--Why don't we have Hazard Lights (that's when all four turn signals flash all at once) I have only seen such a switch on one bike--an older Honda VFR. My new Honda NT-700, which is a sport touring bike does not have such a switch.

JMcDonald · November 28th, 2010, 10:04 AM

Good question about the hazard lights, but Id imagine cost wasn't as much of an issue as that it would be annoying as hell :P . Imagine sitting at a longer light, listening to your bike buzz for several minutes while you wait :P .

It seems like most people just develop a habit to periodically hit the cancel button. I have more recently started canceling the switch just as I am starting my lean, if not before.

KURT · November 28th, 2010, 10:20 AM

My '07 650R has 4-way flashers... kind of annoying that the newer 250 was designed without them. Cost considerations, I'm sure.

As far as a turnsignal buzzer... I could use it (might save my life, as a matter of fact.)... If only it would start buzzing after maybe 20 to 30 seconds of delay. Easy to wire, if we had vintage flasher relays, but I'm sure the new bikes are sloid state, etc.

WindMeUp · November 28th, 2010, 11:51 AM

A few bikes back I tried using Radio Shack76dB Piezo Buzzers, wired to the turn signals, they where not loud enough, once you got out of the driveway the where useless, forget it if you use earplugs, any buzzer that would work would also drive others around you crazy.

I have had better luck putting led's in my line of sight, like the ones on my GS500F:

DR1300R · November 28th, 2010, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WindMeUp

I have had better luck putting led's in my line of sight, like the ones on my GS500F:

That's slick..

Sailariel · November 28th, 2010, 05:51 PM

Stevo, What a great solution! I knew, like everybody else on this forum knows, that when one asks a question, the answer invariably is there almost instantly. What an outstanding group we have here!

JMcDonald · November 28th, 2010, 06:42 PM

That is a great idea!

WindMeUp · November 28th, 2010, 07:20 PM

Thanks!
Here, you might as well know where I bought the Led's then, they come pre-wired so all you have to do is hook them up.

http://www.oznium.com/prewired-leds

ithaca00 · November 29th, 2010, 08:07 PM

Another option is self cancelling signals. I can't remember where I saw them off hand but it's available as a module for all bikes.

bob706 · November 29th, 2010, 09:19 PM

https://www.kisantech.com/application2.php

kinda pricey but some cool stuff

g21-30 · December 1st, 2010, 05:41 PM

http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/fo...ignal-mod.html

Momaru · December 1st, 2010, 08:16 PM

Well, not sure how your new NT is wired up, but I played around with making hazard flashers for my ninjette a while back, with some success. Decided to pass though, as I pretty much never use hazard flashers anyway and it's easy enough to rig up in a pinch if I need 'em.

Posts 6 & 7 of primary interest: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=138647

November 28th, 2010, 09:59 AM	#1
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Turn Signal Buzzer I have found that at times, I forget to cancel my turn signals. Obviously, that can create a potentially dangerous situation since the motorist near you will assume you are going left or right when you are really going straight. Has anyone on this forum installed a buzzer which would sound when a turn signal is engaged? It would seem like a fairly easy mod--finding a buzzer at Radio Shack, etc. I don't think it would be illegal--certainly it would be practical. I already know the answer as to why the original manufacturer does not put one in. Cost. Another question--Why don't we have Hazard Lights (that's when all four turn signals flash all at once) I have only seen such a switch on one bike--an older Honda VFR. My new Honda NT-700, which is a sport touring bike does not have such a switch. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

November 28th, 2010, 10:04 AM	#2
JMcDonald ninjette.org sage Name: J Location: Oklahoma Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Posts: 771	Good question about the hazard lights, but Id imagine cost wasn't as much of an issue as that it would be annoying as hell :P . Imagine sitting at a longer light, listening to your bike buzz for several minutes while you wait :P . It seems like most people just develop a habit to periodically hit the cancel button. I have more recently started canceling the switch just as I am starting my lean, if not before. __________________________________________________ Factory Pro Jet Kit, K&N R-0990 Pod Filter, Sportisi VR Black Exhaust, BRT TIS Ignition, White Paint, and 16/41 Sprockets. Soon: Maybe a 37T Rear Sprocket if I get things running like I'd hoped.

November 28th, 2010, 11:51 AM	#4
WindMeUp Small Bike Abuser Name: Stevo Location: Seattle Wa Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R SE, GSX650FK8, DL650K5, CH80K2, AN400K7, SH150i Posts: 95	A few bikes back I tried using Radio Shack76dB Piezo Buzzers, wired to the turn signals, they where not loud enough, once you got out of the driveway the where useless, forget it if you use earplugs, any buzzer that would work would also drive others around you crazy. I have had better luck putting led's in my line of sight, like the ones on my GS500F: __________________________________________________ If you are "Too Cool" to be seen on a scooter...you're a Poser

November 28th, 2010, 05:51 PM	#6
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Stevo, What a great solution! I knew, like everybody else on this forum knows, that when one asks a question, the answer invariably is there almost instantly. What an outstanding group we have here! __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

November 28th, 2010, 06:42 PM	#7
JMcDonald ninjette.org sage Name: J Location: Oklahoma Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Posts: 771	That is a great idea! __________________________________________________ Factory Pro Jet Kit, K&N R-0990 Pod Filter, Sportisi VR Black Exhaust, BRT TIS Ignition, White Paint, and 16/41 Sprockets. Soon: Maybe a 37T Rear Sprocket if I get things running like I'd hoped.

November 28th, 2010, 10:20 AM	#3
KURT Resident Old Guy Name: Kurt Location: Goodyear, Az Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): sold Posts: 264	My '07 650R has 4-way flashers... kind of annoying that the newer 250 was designed without them. Cost considerations, I'm sure. As far as a turnsignal buzzer... I could use it (might save my life, as a matter of fact.)... If only it would start buzzing after maybe 20 to 30 seconds of delay. Easy to wire, if we had vintage flasher relays, but I'm sure the new bikes are sloid state, etc.

November 28th, 2010, 07:20 PM	#8
WindMeUp Small Bike Abuser Name: Stevo Location: Seattle Wa Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R SE, GSX650FK8, DL650K5, CH80K2, AN400K7, SH150i Posts: 95	Thanks! Here, you might as well know where I bought the Led's then, they come pre-wired so all you have to do is hook them up. http://www.oznium.com/prewired-leds __________________________________________________ If you are "Too Cool" to be seen on a scooter...you're a Poser

November 29th, 2010, 08:07 PM	#9
ithaca00 ninjette.org guru Name: Ryan Location: Sacramento, CA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2007 EX250 (street), 1994 EX250 (Race), 2008 250R (Race), 2000 250 (project), 1991 EL250 (a cruiser!) Posts: 287	Another option is self cancelling signals. I can't remember where I saw them off hand but it's available as a module for all bikes.

November 29th, 2010, 09:19 PM	#10
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	https://www.kisantech.com/application2.php kinda pricey but some cool stuff

December 1st, 2010, 05:41 PM	#11
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/fo...ignal-mod.html

December 1st, 2010, 08:16 PM	#12
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Well, not sure how your new NT is wired up, but I played around with making hazard flashers for my ninjette a while back, with some success. Decided to pass though, as I pretty much never use hazard flashers anyway and it's easy enough to rig up in a pinch if I need 'em. Posts 6 & 7 of primary interest: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=138647 __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

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