Indicator lights modification - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

BlaznBlu · 09-25-2006, 01:54 PM

After a month of trial and error, finally finished my modification to the location of the indicator lights. Always hated having to look down and see if something was left on, like a turn signal. Thought of several different things, then saw the idea a last month by DragonRider and went with it.

Created the housing from sheet metal, no permanent changes to anything, everything can go back to stock very easily. Only had to add about 8-10" of wire to the indicator lights. Very stable, blends into the bike without being that noticeable, and tolerated wind/ran/sun over 1800 miles this past weekend riding to the Blue Ridge Run without any problems whatsoever.

In the opening left on the tank cover, I placed switches for my LED's and fog lights. Just wanted to have something there to fill the void.

DSCF0941.JPG

DSCF0943.JPG

DSCF0944.JPG

DSCF0939.JPG

Breeze · 09-25-2006, 02:19 PM

Nice!!

Rockhead · 09-25-2006, 02:22 PM

Shoot I need to go out to the parking lot to remember how it looks stock.

Rockhead · 09-25-2006, 02:29 PM

Nice job

What’s that red thing sticking up on the tank chrome just below the speedometer an alarm?

Apertureguy · 09-25-2006, 02:40 PM

LOL...yeah, I was wondering what sort of light that was too....just below speedo on Chrome.

DLy · 09-25-2006, 06:58 PM

I bet that would get annoying as hell if you are low on gas.

droopy170 · 09-25-2006, 07:14 PM

This actually looks even better in person. Blue did an awesome job with this. Are you home already?

Droopy

overbias · 09-25-2006, 08:26 PM

Great job!

Here's my attempt...

spainbiker · 09-25-2006, 08:36 PM

Hey overbias , i like your analog studio

I usually record music like a hobby, play guitar,...

BlaznBlu · 09-25-2006, 09:25 PM

thanks for the comments.

Yes, the little red light is for an alarm.

The low fuel light does get your attention at night, but I don't mind it during the daytime. Wasn't too bad at all during the dozen times it went off over the past five days.

DragonRider · 09-27-2006, 01:52 AM

[quote=BlaznBlu50]After a month of trial and error, finally finished my modification to the location of the indicator lights. Always hated having to look down and see if something was left on, like a turn signal. Thought of several different things, then saw the idea a last month by DragonRider and went with it.

Created the housing from sheet metal, no permanent changes to anything, everything can go back to stock very easily. Only had to add about 8-10" of wire to the indicator lights. Very stable, blends into the bike without being that noticeable, and tolerated wind/ran/sun over 1800 miles this past weekend riding to the Blue Ridge Run without any problems whatsoever.

In the opening left on the tank cover, I placed switches for my LED's and fog lights. Just wanted to have something there to fill the void.

QUOTE]

Thanks for the credit...but you ran with it. I agree that the fuel gage would be very distracing at night. I think I would carry a roll of electricians black tape with me and pop it over the light if it started going off. Then remove the tape when I fill up. Or maybe install a switch to turn off the fuel gage light temporarily,of course you would have to remember to turn it back on.

DragonRider · 09-27-2006, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by overbias

Here's my attempt...

This is what I am going to do also when I find time...too busy riding with the nice weather. I like this option,it negates having the fuel light in your eyes at night,but I think I will go with slightly bigger LED's myself.
Looks cool...

Ext1jdh · 09-27-2006, 11:25 AM

Overbias, love the indicators. Do yo uhave a wiring diagram for those of us too stupid to figure it out on our own?

ScooterC · 09-27-2006, 02:28 PM

That looks good! I did something along the same lines with my '01. After replacing the handlebars, I couldn't see the indicators and the ones thatI could see weren't all that bright, 'specially during the day, so I made this:

Ext1jdh · 09-27-2006, 03:01 PM

holy crap. why not just turn the headlight backwards...

overbias · 09-27-2006, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ext1jdh

Overbias, love the indicators. Do yo uhave a wiring diagram for those of us too stupid to figure it out on our own?

Thanks....
I'll put something together in the next few days and let you know when up on the site.

Ext1jdh · 09-27-2006, 08:22 PM

Freakin Awesome.

I love the M50, I just have problems seeing the turn and low gas indicator when wearing my helmet. The chinbar gets in the way.

overbias · 09-27-2006, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ext1jdh

I love the M50, I just have problems seeing the turn and low gas indicator when wearing my helmet. The chinbar gets in the way.

Ditto...

ColoRocky · 09-29-2006, 08:45 AM

Blazn, that is an awesome mod. Nice detailing!

techgesture · 09-29-2006, 11:25 AM

Blazin,... now that is one inspiring mod. I could think of alot of other things that could go in that section.

Where did you get the Carbon Fiber molding look?

09-25-2006, 01:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
BlaznBlu Clutch Cadet Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 2008 Black/Silver GSX650F. 2005 Black M50 with blue ghost flames. Location: West Melbourne, FL Posts: 917	Indicator lights modification After a month of trial and error, finally finished my modification to the location of the indicator lights. Always hated having to look down and see if something was left on, like a turn signal. Thought of several different things, then saw the idea a last month by DragonRider and went with it. Created the housing from sheet metal, no permanent changes to anything, everything can go back to stock very easily. Only had to add about 8-10" of wire to the indicator lights. Very stable, blends into the bike without being that noticeable, and tolerated wind/ran/sun over 1800 miles this past weekend riding to the Blue Ridge Run without any problems whatsoever. In the opening left on the tank cover, I placed switches for my LED's and fog lights. Just wanted to have something there to fill the void. DSCF0941.JPG DSCF0943.JPG DSCF0944.JPG DSCF0939.JPG __________________ When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven. So let's all get drunk and go to heaven!

09-25-2006, 06:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
DLy In Training Joined: May 2006 Bike: 2006 M50 Black Location: Conway, AR Posts: 122	I bet that would get annoying as hell if you are low on gas. __________________

09-25-2006, 07:14 PM	#7 (permalink)
droopy170 Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 M50 Black Location: Travelers Rest SC Posts: 186	This actually looks even better in person. Blue did an awesome job with this. Are you home already? Droopy __________________ 06 Black M50, OEM Backrest, Cobra Slashcut Drag Pipes baffels in, MS Pop Top, Tail Light Mod, C50 mirrors, John's Fowards Kit,More to Come Last edited by droopy170; 09-25-2006 at 07:17 PM.

09-25-2006, 08:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
overbias In Training Joined: Aug 2006 Bike: Grey '06 M50 Location: Pinson, AL Posts: 109	Great job! Here's my attempt... __________________ Jack "everthang's gonna be alright..... unless it ain't"

09-25-2006, 09:25 PM	#10 (permalink)
BlaznBlu Clutch Cadet Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 2008 Black/Silver GSX650F. 2005 Black M50 with blue ghost flames. Location: West Melbourne, FL Posts: 917	thanks for the comments. Yes, the little red light is for an alarm. The low fuel light does get your attention at night, but I don't mind it during the daytime. Wasn't too bad at all during the dozen times it went off over the past five days. __________________ When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven. So let's all get drunk and go to heaven!

09-25-2006, 02:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
Breeze Kickstand Operator Joined: Dec 2005 Bike: '05 Blue M50 w/Black Flames Location: Indian Trail, NC Posts: 278	Nice!!

09-25-2006, 02:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rockhead M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: M50 Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago Posts: 3,767	Shoot I need to go out to the parking lot to remember how it looks stock.

09-25-2006, 02:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
Rockhead M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: M50 Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago Posts: 3,767	Nice job What’s that red thing sticking up on the tank chrome just below the speedometer an alarm?

09-25-2006, 02:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Apertureguy Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,260	LOL...yeah, I was wondering what sort of light that was too....just below speedo on Chrome.

09-25-2006, 08:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
spainbiker Ditch Magnet Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 185	Hey overbias , i like your analog studio I usually record music like a hobby, play guitar,...

09-27-2006, 01:52 AM	#11 (permalink)
DragonRider Clutch Cadet Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: 2006 Suzuki M50 Candy Grand Blue with 42,050 miles since May 18th 2006 Location: Tacoma ,Washington Posts: 917	Thanks for the credit...but you ran with it. [quote=BlaznBlu50]After a month of trial and error, finally finished my modification to the location of the indicator lights. Always hated having to look down and see if something was left on, like a turn signal. Thought of several different things, then saw the idea a last month by DragonRider and went with it. Created the housing from sheet metal, no permanent changes to anything, everything can go back to stock very easily. Only had to add about 8-10" of wire to the indicator lights. Very stable, blends into the bike without being that noticeable, and tolerated wind/ran/sun over 1800 miles this past weekend riding to the Blue Ridge Run without any problems whatsoever. In the opening left on the tank cover, I placed switches for my LED's and fog lights. Just wanted to have something there to fill the void. QUOTE] Thanks for the credit...but you ran with it. I agree that the fuel gage would be very distracing at night. I think I would carry a roll of electricians black tape with me and pop it over the light if it started going off. Then remove the tape when I fill up. Or maybe install a switch to turn off the fuel gage light temporarily,of course you would have to remember to turn it back on. Last edited by DragonRider; 09-27-2006 at 01:58 AM.

09-27-2006, 11:25 AM	#13 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Overbias, love the indicators. Do yo uhave a wiring diagram for those of us too stupid to figure it out on our own? __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

09-27-2006, 02:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
ScooterC Seat Tester Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: '01 Marauder Location: East McKeesport, Pa Posts: 75	That looks good! I did something along the same lines with my '01. After replacing the handlebars, I couldn't see the indicators and the ones thatI could see weren't all that bright, 'specially during the day, so I made this: __________________ "If it ain't broke, gimme it, I can fix it!"

09-27-2006, 03:01 PM	#15 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	holy crap. why not just turn the headlight backwards... __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

09-27-2006, 08:22 PM	#17 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Freakin Awesome. I love the M50, I just have problems seeing the turn and low gas indicator when wearing my helmet. The chinbar gets in the way. __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

09-29-2006, 08:45 AM	#19 (permalink)
ColoRocky Where Am I ? Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: 2007 M50B Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 33	Blazn, that is an awesome mod. Nice detailing! __________________ ColoRocky 2007 M50B 2006 S50B (Wife's)

09-29-2006, 11:25 AM	#20 (permalink)
techgesture Brought his own beer Joined: May 2006 Bike: '05 Black M50 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 830	Blazin,... now that is one inspiring mod. I could think of alot of other things that could go in that section. Where did you get the Carbon Fiber molding look? __________________

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Seat modification	FoxyRoxie	The Paddock	3	09-08-2006 03:28 PM
Running lights/brake lights	blackie1491	Eye Candy	5	07-27-2006 04:59 PM
Interesting C90 Modification	Legin	Cruisers	6	11-23-2005 02:24 AM
First modification added	Fishpart	Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway	10	09-23-2005 10:08 AM
Modification TL 1000s	Colinder	Sportbikes & Sport-tourers	1	05-15-2005 12:31 PM