Hi Guys
Has anyone shortened or lengthened the position of the transformer on the power supply for the xt
I want to do a clean install on my new bike and have it under the seat
but it will mean cutting the lead in front of it and joining in a length of cable.
Moving Transformer Position
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lkraus
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Re: Moving Transformer Position
The section between the voltage converter and the mount is a coaxial cable which I would avoid splicing. Personally, I find this type of wire difficult to splice neatly and extending it would require two splices. I would suggest extending the battery end of the wire if you need longer wires, letting the converter box hide under the tank or body panels.
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Scarecrow
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Re: Moving Transformer Position
OK Thanks Ikraus.lkraus wrote: Fri Sep 26, 2025 12:54 am The section between the voltage converter and the mount is a coaxial cable which I would avoid splicing. Personally, I find this type of wire difficult to splice neatly and extending it would require two splices. I would suggest extending the battery end of the wire if you need longer wires, letting the converter box hide under the tank or body panels.
I didnt realise this .
you just saved me a load of hassle.
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danham
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Re: Moving Transformer Position
Depending on what your other 12-volt needs are, this might be the excuse you need to invest in an accessory fuse box. My previous bike, a BMW F800 ST, produced so much "noise" in its electrical system that it was important to avoid ground loops and to keep wiring away from the big noise sources (computer, shunt regulator, etc.). So running one wire from each of the battery terminals to the fuse panel, then individual wires to accessories, was a great solution.
Here is an example of what I used. There are also panels that have built-in relays for switched power.
https://www.advmotorrad.com/centech-ap- ... fuse-panel
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Here is an example of what I used. There are also panels that have built-in relays for switched power.
https://www.advmotorrad.com/centech-ap- ... fuse-panel
-dan
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Re: Moving Transformer Position
Indeed. This is the one I have.danham wrote: Sat Sep 27, 2025 3:54 pm Depending on what your other 12-volt needs are, this might be the excuse you need to invest in an accessory fuse box.