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Old 04-24-2014, 08:59 PM
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The gps is a "All Terrain 4.3 Inch Motorcycle GPS Navigation System "Rage"". I don't plan on powering anything else.



edit - the gps showed up earlier than expected. sorry for the lowres pic
the removable housing has an electrical contact area. 2 seperate power cords are provided: a cigarette lighter plug-in and one with bare leads.
So it looks like the one with bare leads can go directly to the battery... or be wired in somewhere to have a key cut-off/on?

 
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Old 04-24-2014, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by durielk
but I hate always having to turn the GPS back on after each time you stop on the trail or hit the starter....
good point.
 
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Old 04-25-2014, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by klx-vn
i need to install a power source for my gps... anything recommended/preferred for the klx?
I installed a fused line directly from the battery with a two prong SAE connection for the GPS.
Once I turn on the GPS it's always on until I manually turn it off.
And that's OK because the GPS draws very little amperage from the battery. You could leave it on all day and it won't run the battery down.
Check the link below for photos.

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On the same page you can see where I installed a BMW style 12 volt outlet for heated clothing etc.
This is connected directly to the battery (fused) so it can be used to plug in a battery charger.
It's mounted where the front turn signal used to connect as I have the turn signals mounted on the brush guards.

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Old 04-25-2014, 03:15 PM
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Doug,

Your website ^ is very helpful. Best screen removal instructions I've seen.
 
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Old 04-25-2014, 03:30 PM
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Now if you could just find a trail!
 
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Old 04-25-2014, 05:51 PM
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Thanks for the info.



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Old 04-25-2014, 07:27 PM
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with this

 
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