Any suggestions for creative use/mods/add-ons for the dashboard gauge plugs?

[iSilentP]

I've been thinking about installing USB power ports where the gauge plugs are on my base model RT since it did not come with oil/temp gauges.

Wondering what others have used this space for besides USB power ports.

I still need to figure out how to run power to that location, but thinking of somehow finding a clean path from the battery compartment to these ports to power something like USB ports.

Any ideas/suggestions on both points much appreciated.

 

[Chebber]

I used this video to add usb plugs and a volt meter to mine.

 

[iSilentP]

I used this video to add usb plugs and a volt meter to mine.

Thanks you, sir. I'll have a look!

 

[DickB]

I'm going to suggest that your RT might have connectors for the optional gauges in place, as I don't think it would make sense to have a separate wiring harness for those options. USB ports don't draw much current. It would be simpler to use those connectors rather than run separate wiring to the battery. The only downside is that if you do have a short or overload on the ports, it may take out a fuse that powers other stuff.

What year is your RT? I can check the wiring diagram.

 

[iSilentP]

I'm going to suggest that your RT might have connectors for the optional gauges in place, as I don't think it would make sense to have a separate wiring harness for those options. USB ports don't draw much current. It would be simpler to use those connectors rather than run separate wiring to the battery. The only downside is that if you do have a short or overload on the ports, it may take out a fuse that powers other stuff.

What year is your RT? I can check the wiring diagram.

Thanks for the kind offer. Believe it or not I had purchased the Service Manual that came with the wiring diagram, which I have no idea how to read! HAHA

I have the 2014 Can-Am Spyder RT SE6.

 

[ccleanthous]

Greetings.
I am looking at replacing the analog fuel and temperature gauges with two USB + Voltmeter digital gauges (in case anyone's wondering why two of the same gauge, one will be a backup). My question is this: What is the dimension of the hole that houses the analog fuel and temperature gauges?

This is the replacement gauge I am looking at. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3XDFJDT/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=AV0WGKM0Z18J2&th=1

Thanks,
Charlie

 

[Haze]

Greetings.
I am looking at replacing the analog fuel and temperature gauges with two USB + Voltmeter digital gauges (in case anyone's wondering why two of the same gauge, one will be a backup). My question is this: What is the dimension of the hole that houses the analog fuel and temperature gauges?

This is the replacement gauge I am looking at. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3XDFJDT/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=AV0WGKM0Z18J2&th=1

Thanks,
Charlie

I used this gauge on my 2016 F3T. Nice piece of gear.

 

[2dogs]

I replaced one of mine with a USB/volt meter and the other with a cigarette lighter socket. I also installed a double USB/volt meter rocker switch in the vacant location just below the center of the handlebars. In addition to that, I installed a battery tender lead directly off the battery and ran the lead up to and out under the seat. I have 2 SAE connectors attached to that lead for 2 sets of heated clothing. So, I've got USB and 12V access coming out of my ears. I can run cell phone charging, helmet cam, heated clothing, Am/FM radio, and intercom all at the same time, along with heated coffee cups if I wish. If I thought I could get away with it, I'd mount a pop-up minigun in the frunk.

 

[ccleanthous]

I used this gauge on my 2016 F3T. Nice piece of gear.

Thanks for the information, Haze.

I replaced one of mine with a USB/volt meter and the other with a cigarette lighter socket. I also installed a double USB/volt meter rocker switch in the vacant location just below the center of the handlebars. In addition to that, I installed a battery tender lead directly off the battery and ran the lead up to and out under the seat. I have 2 SAE connectors attached to that lead for 2 sets of heated clothing. So, I've got USB and 12V access coming out of my ears. I can run cell phone charging, helmet cam, heated clothing, Am/FM radio, and intercom all at the same time, along with heated coffee cups if I wish. If I thought I could get away with it, I'd mount a pop-up minigun in the frunk.

LOL!
You've got the electrons buzzing 2dogs. Thanks for all that information.