installing the radar detector, where is the "hot" wire under seat???

[kopov260]

I have installed the Escort 8500 x50 radar detector on my ST and connected it to the battery. I would like to connect it to some "hot" wire under seat so it powers up from the ignition (when I turn the bike on). I have the diagnostic terminal under seat and am wondering if I can somehow connect it there. Any ideas???

 

Thanks.

[krussell]

See this thread.

 

I'm not sure if the ST is the same, but would be curious to know if it is.

[Semper_Fi]

Another option is upfront under the steering head.

 

Here the link http://bmwsporttouring.com/ubbthreads/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/958765/an/page/page//vc/1

 

Many choices

[krussell]

Another option is upfront under the steering head.

 

Good point. Connecting to the GPS socket there is a heck of a lot easier than running a wire up under the tank etc. Both the GPS socket up front and the powerlet connection in back are switched. Both stay on for a minute or two after you turn the bike off. I have my Zumo powered from the GPS connector, and my Autocom powered from the rear connector.