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Electra Glide Security system

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by AFNurse, Feb 14, 2006.

  1. AFNurse

    AFNurse Moderator Staff Member

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    I have the 04 Electra Glide Standard and found on another site how to wire in a $5 alarm to make it scream if tampered with (saves $75 over the HD allarm!).....but they were talking about the factory alarm on a soft tail or similar..... I have, as of yet, been unsuccessful in finding the plug for the E glide....not only that, but I don't think I have the rear splash guard (or if I do, VERY much less accessable, and it doesn't look like there is anything behind it anyway from what I can see....). Anyone have any good ideas?? Thanks!

    Also, I found a pair of VERY interesting plugs under the seat.....looks like they COULD be connected, but are not...and both have written on them "Deutsch" (which means German)....anybody with a clue as to what THOSE are for??!! :rolleyes:
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    im gonna ask a question......do ya have the service manual???? i have one for my 06, and it has all the wiring diagrams in it. my manual wont help with the 04...sorry. i wired in an automotive paging alarm on mine.....plenty of room under the fairing for one.....
    chuck
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  4. AFNurse

    AFNurse Moderator Staff Member

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    I am a bit remis to say....no, do not have the manual....was in Germany for the first almost 2 years of bike ownership..... can't read enuf german to warrent getting THAT one! then got to Texas in Aug.....have not had time/money at the same time to get one......That is getting HIGH on my priorities, as I don't enjoy paying the full 350+ scheduled services...... :rolleyes: :eek: Like I said, my bike has the factory installed alarm, and I found a step by step to add the siren, but I am just not finding the plug that I would tie into...... :(
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    Hey Nurse- did you see the response over on the arena? it looks like its right there next to the battery when you take the seat off.
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  7. AFNurse

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    saw that.....now just have to have the next day OFF to go looking..... then find any/all extra parts to make it happen (would like to get the plugs that would fit the wires, then plug into the holes, or however it is set up...) am thinking about getting parts at a local auto stereo, alarm, etc install shop....or at least start looking there!
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    I'm just going to peel back the wire jacket a couple inches and then tap into the appropriate wires with snap-lock connectors.

    If you're not aware of what they are, you can see some here:
    http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx...ages&doy=search&MenuName=SNAP-LOCK CONNECTORS

    It basically allows you to piggy back on another wire without cutting it or interupting with its normal terminus.
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  9. AFNurse

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    Very cool! I am guessing that I would use red? or maybe the blue?? I have not yet seen the wires in the system....the wires on the siren are pretty small. I would guess something like these snaps could be purchased at auto zone or similar?
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    I used these same connectors to tap into the stock wiring harness for my aftermarket stereo. I used the blue ones and they seemed to be the perfect size for the wires used in the fairing.

    I bought mine in the electrical section of Menards. I don't know if Menards is a nationwide store but they are similar to Home Depot or Lowes.

    I think another name for them is Scotch-Loks...Yep made by 3M.

    http://www.crowbarelectricalparts.com/Scotchloks.htm
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  11. AFNurse

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    found an assortment pack (all 3) at auto zone. SO, when time permits (after I get some sleep and probably sometime this weekend....) I'll hunt things down and try to do it up! :D
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    one thing you may want to do with those connectors.......besides throw them as far as you can....(my opinion)....use some grease on them...this will help keep the corrosion down. they are the worst for rusting up and breaking down. makes repairs on the side of the road in a rain storm a bitch!!!
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    Agreed

    I'm with Chuck on this one. I've used these connectors before for quick trailer light repairs but, I don't think it is a long term solution for installing anything permanately on your nice bike. IMO, take your time and do it right. Cut into the wire, slide a piece of shrink tube on one side, strip the wires, solder it, slide the shrink tube over the soldered connention and shrink the tube with a heat gun. It will take a bit more time but, you can be sure you won't have a problem in the future, ie. on the side of the road in the rain at the worst possible time. :mad: You can get the stuff at any good auto parts store. Good Luck!
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    I guess I should have mentioned that I use dielectric grease to seal the connecitons of all my splices. I haven't had any problems with one yet.
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    Siren

    To locate the proper plug for the siren, Remove the right side cover. Remove the two flange nuts that hold on the electrical panel to the side of the battery box. When you swing out the panel you will notice a rectangular recession where the parts and accessory siren goes and a plug at the bottom rear of the recession. That is the plug you are looking for. The markings that you found on the plugs under the seat are the name of the company who manufactures most of the plugs on a Harley, DUESTCH. If you use the clamp on connectors you will eventually be paying the dealer to find out why things aren't working properly because when you clamp them onto a wire it weakens the wire and with the vibration that a Harley produces you will see the wires breaking down and giving you problems. Buy the mating plug for the harness, pins/contacts and do the job right the first time. The cost to get a wiring problem diagnosed is the hourly rate for whatever time it takes to find the problem. By the way, $58 for a service manual is cheap when you consider how much it cost to pay for the mistakes.
    VYBR8R, Feb 18, 2006
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