Motorcycles BS Thread 2.0

Yes, very much so.
2020+ have a more aggressive riding position over the 1.0 (MY14-16) and 2.0 (MY17-19) models.
I have an Atlas throttle lock and it makes the long rides more tolerable, Ass still gets sore after long rides though.

 

What are the main difference between 1.0 and 2.0?

 

"How would I add a on/off switch to a Fuzeblock FZ1 for fogs/aux lights?"
Fuse block>switch>light on the positive side, negative just goes straight from the block to the light.

"Couldn't I just use a fog light wiring harness (bought or built) with a relay and tapping from a switched fuse in the fusebox?"
You could use a fog light harness with a relay if you wanted, but if it was less than like 10a of draw I'd probably just risk it for the biscuit and wire it without a relay if I knew the switch could handle the amperage and using appropriate gauge wiring.

"Im always confused when using a switch. Is it inline with the power or negative?"
Switch should go on the positive side/supply side.


"Or is the Fuzeblock for adding things like power for GPS or a USB socket, and not lights with a switch?"
Looks like you can do both with the fuseblock, it just provides power and some safety with the fuses, its up to you to switch it after if you want to or not. Also the fact that you can individually change circuits to be on all the time or on w/ ignition is real nice

"how would I add 2 switches (in the same harness, but tapping into one fuse) in the same housing?"
The two positives from the switches would go to the same lug on the fuse block circuit, then the negatives would go out to each light or whatever you were switching. Are you filling all the circuits? If not, I'm confused why you'd keep two things on the same circuit?

Actually looks like a pretty trick little power distro. I might have to get one for the F800.. I have SAE lead, my A/F manipulator thingy, heated seat, and hopefully soon some aux lights all clinging onto the battery posts and all individually in-line fused.

 

so I wanted to tap the same fuse for switched power. After watching a few videos about the fuzeblock, it looks like it still needs to connect to the battery..

Im not going to fill it up, but maybe I want Squadron Sport fogs, and S1s also? Might need to add a USB charger too, but thats it. I probably was second guessing myself or getting confused with the wiring again. Seems like a good product, so im back on board.

Do you think that MotoMinded dual switch looks ok? I just like that its not an Amazon one. Made in USA, in Colorado.

 

The fuseblock connects to the battery, yeah. The individual lights shouldn't have to connect to the battery at all though? Do I need to do a drawing lol

 

The 2.0 had a Slight power increase, LED headlight, TFT dash, Bosch IMU, more granular Traction control settings and MSR, Keyless ignition, Option for a Track package with Quick Shifter, wider handlebar, Titanium Valves. And a bunch of other small improvements I'm sure.
The 3.0 has a completely different frame and subframe, essentially a brand new bike with more improvements to the LC8.

 

lol probably
battery > fuse block > fog light harness > switch > fog lights ?

Think a 5a switch will be ok? I think I can upgrade to a 10a

 

I want one but I’m kinda afraid if it’s too much bike for me lol I ride Dirtbikes and enduros and have had some fast cars but big bikes I haven’t ridden. But I know I don’t want anything under a 600cc just cause of sound.

 

If you're afraid it's too much bike, it's too much bike. A bike like that commands a certain level of respect. It will never ask you if you're sure when you twist the throttle and it will give and give until you don't want anymore. Your experience on the dirt is relevant, but pavement/public roads is a little different.

 

Went to see my buddy Motorelic, for a second set of eyes on figuring out how to mount my Kriega bags. We figured it out, but i didn't take any pictures yet.

I did take some pictures of his future projects

 

@spencermarkd this guy kind of gets annoying.. but has alot of content

@4x4Runner 's current bike, but maybe not for long?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnIaqN4v-9I

 

I stopped watching him a couple years ago, he bothered me a loooot. I can't stand click bait titles haha

 

I thought it was a new channel because he changed his name. It used to be Bikes and Beards. Maybe it should be "I go through motorcycles faster than I can change my canadian tuxuedo"

 

I think he has both channels, bikes and beards and SRK cycles. I think B&B is his more goofy shit and SRK is his actual bike reviews and stuff. He still pops up all the time in my recommended videos. I could be wrong though. Every once in a while I'll watch his "I bought the cheapest *whatever* on Amazon" because you know me, I love cheap tiny garbage bikes

 

hmm ok. Im still checking out this GS video. Its fairly interesting, but makes me want to bring the Africa Twin to the BMW school.

 

Not sure if motorcycle related or "Home Improvement", but I got sick of the panniers for our bikes being on the floor of the garage and always being in my way.

 

Going to steal that idea.

 

Without knowing anything about the BMW school, I’d suggest it. The manufacturer sponsored schools usually have a lot of perks aside from the knowledge gained at the class. My father was a tech for Mazda for many years before retiring and had an opportunity to race the then-new RX8 at Laguna Seca when they were taking techs from around the country out to push the cars to their limits. It was an awesome experience. Hearing back from some Land cruiser owners that their school was also intense but offers drivers a chance to see what they can do and learn stuff. My day job is moving location to a new office right next to the private Porsche race track here in SoCal so you know I’m going to find a way to get some track time.

 

Awesome!

Im sure there is a bunch to learn even if Im not as big of a BMW fan as they would hope. The guy said the BMW school should be on my bucket list, and now it is hah (a little further down than wheeling in Moab though..)