Converting Signals To Run, Turn, Brake Lights.

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  1. 62Nova

    62Nova New Member

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    Converting signals to run, turn, brake lights. I have a 2024 Speedmaster and would like to increase my visibility. I would like to convert the rear signals to run, turn, pulsating brake lights. Convert front signals to run lights. I would also like to put two auxiliary lights on the dresser bar. Can anyone give me some help on this please? Also does anyone know if this model has CANBUS? I just read something about if the bike has CANBUS it can be a challenge to add additional lights.

    Thank You!
    Tom
     
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  2. joe mc donald

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    @62Nova Welcome to the family. Not sure on your dilemma. But would say you need to check you don't overload the battery running all that.
     
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  3. Pegscraper

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    AFAIK all Triumph bikes have used CANBUS for some years now so just tagging on extra electrical accessories can be problematic. I fitted an air horn and some high powered LED auxiliary lights to my Scrambler but used relays to minimise additional electrical load on the system. I did also add an additional, extra bright LED brake light at the back after getting “nudged” in a traffic queue but I just spliced that into the existing brake light feed without issues.

    I guess you’ll be changing your rear indicators for something like this? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193242740153?_trkparms=itmf=1&aid=1110018&rkt=12&asc=20201210111451&mech=1&algv=CompVIDesktopATF2V6ReplaceKnnV4WithVectorDbNsOptHotPlRecallWithSiblingFilterCpcRecallsWithCiiQueryEmbedding&pmt=1&amclksrc=ITM&sd=393158774850&sid=AQALAAAAEMZul56ra7SXUsKqcaNPlAM=&itm=193242740153&noa=0&plcampt=0:99638199014&algo=HOMESPLICE.COMPLISTINGS&ao=1&rk=2&pid=101196&b=1&mehot=none&lsid=3&meid=f0cd7fba6c684c09bec560f6960c5974&pg=2332490&_trksid=p2332490.c101196.m2219&itmprp=cksum:193242740153f0cd7fba6c684c09bec560f6960c5974|enc:AQALAAABUMJqCZOVY9EoLokt2QswX93oJfuGbORZEZhlCAjlXRRCUbpM9OMIdCmRfkOVQ1PhspDZGTlVp%2BsQFBtO93nb2QX5mVs4lL83nkIbUjqkMa8029EY4XfdhoaLjzTWK5DJUavttt5PoiOIedyWzJY%2FVuniag%2Bfrjl4GKhWLewcfQbcwhezduGu%2FiNCoy1qQ%2Bac3K%2B%2FCSQHxS1dBHmZRh1lDlE5OvYTc2z%2Fp9hlXNvh2HgXrNxuvku9sk5TVXNq%2FsciTgQbCau5E5xMHBTLTR7qT3LS%2B4bO0CG4pInRuylzu0YKKGY6%2B7fLtzrIyusOlV35gpuJVJtMYUbga0wqDjgahpkNKrlHf9EJoJipGoqUDB8MeEN5HN3xL5W4sjQkwPhkfsAu4j0f2jzNTaaIyKqfSlde3cptZl8rWKoJW72jklfO75F2fc0%2BEAvajmwAKbpp2A%3D%3D|ampid:pL_CLK|clp:2332490&itmmeta=01KMTM3JYMD1DJ8BJ0MYXX3M28

    Are your existing indicators LED or filament bulbs?
    If they are old style filament you will need load resistors to get the new indicators to function. If they are already LED then replacement should be easier as the electrical load with LED’s should be similar and comparatively low.
    Obviously a rearranging of the rear end wiring will be required for the brake light/run light function but a relatively simple task TBH, once you’ve identified which wire does what.
     
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  4. 62Nova

    62Nova New Member

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    Thanks Joe!
     
  5. 62Nova

    62Nova New Member

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    Thanks Pegscraper! The existing lights are LED but only function as turn signals. Would i need to put in a two function LED to make the light function as a run turn brake light? Electrical is not my expertise though I have added auxuliary lights on my 96 Harley. I am not sure how to wire this to make it work. Any help is much appreciated.

    Thanks Again,
    Tom
     
  6. Pegscraper

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    With combined run, stop and indicator lights you have three different functions so there’ll be four wires. It’s just a case of picking up feeds from the existing stop/tail light and routing them into the new indicator units along with the existing indicator wires. Being relatively low powered LED’s I’d be surprised if adding the extra lights causes any issues.
     
  7. 62Nova

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    Thanks Pegscraper. I plan on giving it a try after getting some parts I have ordered. Update to follow. Thanks Again! Tom
     
  8. Baza

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    As @Pegscraper said going from filament indicator bulbs to LED ones could need load resistors to ensure proper functioning, i.e. maintaining the flash rate within the legal thresholds. These resistors get hot so mounting them will need some thought given to it.

    Alternatively you can swop out the flasher relay for a programmable one.

    Regarding auxiliary lamps i have fitted a pair of 40 Watt LED lamps on my Striple and I’m well satisfied with the light output and depending on what voltage you use to do the calc, 12 or 14 (which is what the alternator should be giving) it gives 5.75 to 6.5 ish amps.
     
  9. 62Nova

    62Nova New Member

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    Thanks Baza, good to know!

    Tom
     
  10. Notso

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    Just picking up on your objective to be more visible. The combined lights are more about decluttering than supporting visibility. They make the information you are giving to other road users less eye catching because you loose the position change and are relying on just a colour change.
     
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  11. Pegscraper

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    A good point and a very important one. With the overall standard of driving on the roads today, compromising your visibility to other road users is asking for it IMO.
     
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  12. 62Nova

    62Nova New Member

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    Great point. On my Speedmaster, the only running light in the rear is the tail light. If I make the signals running lights also, I go from one light to three lights visible to other drivers. Two additional positions of light for other drivers to see. I always add an additional light to the passenger backrest also. Pulsation on braking also helps other drivers become aware that you are slowing or stopping so I always use a pulsating device. Position is important as you noted That is why instead of relying on the single point of light up front, the headlight, I always add additional lights to the dresser bar and make the front signals into running lights also if possible. Therefore, to your point, more positions of light. Making these changes to a stock older bike was easy. With the CANbus electrical systems, it can complicate an install. There are many aftermarket plug in options for doing the above changes to a stock bike, for some motorcycle makes. I am finding that options for Triumph owners is lacking.
     
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