Burt's Motorcycle Power Distribution/Isolation Box
Mounted On GL1500
Mounted On GL1800
Mounting Instructions GL1800
Because there is less room in the GL1800, the unit will not fit over the battery. Mount the unit using a large peace of Velcro or quality two-sided tape (not supplied) in the left saddlebag to the left, in the flat area. Drill a hole large enough for the wires as shown in photo. Use care to only drill thru the saddlebag and not any other parts/wires. After running the wiring, seal hole with RTV, Hot Glue, or other product to prevent water for entering the saddlebag.
I supply a clear plastic cover to help prevent shorting when you put things in the saddlebag. However caution should always be used to make sure you don't short something. You may want to place some electrical tape over the terminals as an extra precaution.
Wiring Instructions All
Unit Operation
When the bike is turned on, the wire to the ignition (usually the accessories terminals) goes to +12 volts and turns on the main relay along with its LED. The top two (right side) output terminals then have +12 volts directly from the battery. These connections are ideal for trailer lights, CBs, running lights etc. The remaining four outputs are designed to be switched and are controlled by the four left side terminals. A ground connection (-) to any of the four input terminals (usually from a switch) then turns on that relay and +12volts appears on it's corresponding output terminal, again directly from the battery, and lights that terminal's LED so you know at a glance that everything is working properly. Connecting any input terminal directly to ground will allow it's output to come on any time the bike is on.
Fuse Values
Unit Overview
Unit wiring is neat, using much less wire. Smaller gage wiring can be used from the switches because of the relay's low current draw. This eliminates all the high current wiring to and from relays hidden all over the bike. Also eliminated, are these extra connections and the corrosion problems associated with the crimp type connectors commonly used on relays.
Since everything uses a common +12volts, directly from the battery, there is less chance of a ground loop. However, it is also a good idea to run all negative (-) connections directly to the battery and to NOT use the chasse as a ground.
Disclaimer
Since I have no control on the mounting or usage of this unit please read and understand the following.
I guarantee the unit for one year against defects in parts and workmanship. I can make no other warranties either expressed or implied regarding the unit, or its fitness for any particular purpose. By purchasing this unit you agree that I shall not be liable for any of your losses or damages, irrespective of origin, to persons or property, whether directly or indirectly caused by performance or nonperformance of obligations imposed by me or this unit, by negligent acts, gross negligent acts, or omissions. It is agreed that if I should be found liable for any loss or damages, attributable to failure of system or services, in any respect, my liability shall be limited to the price of the unit.