Yamaha FJR1300A Special Modifications

2004 Yamaha with Glove Box light and momentary switch added to bypass glove box neutral safety switch.

Note: This is the way I modified the glove box neutral safety switch for it to be able to unlock without the need of the bike being in neutral:

1] I added an in-line diode to the power supply wire of the glove box switch that went from the accessory box relay (note as item #18 on the FJR1300AS© wiring Diagram which is O/W or Orange and White wire) to the accessory box solenoid which is listed as item #17 on the wiring diagram. This relay is triggered or energized by #15 the neutral switch. The reason for the add on in-line diode to the accessory relay is to prevent voltage from feeding backwards when the momentary switch is energized when the bike is in gear. This feature is used to gain access to the glove box by activating the glove box solenoid without the need of the bike being in neutral.

2] I then used an ignition circuit power source, which I added earlier from an aftermarket fuse block, this gives me the option to gain specific ignition or battery power to the specific accessory circuit only when the key is on or continuous power without the key, engine does not have to be running. This circuit is also protected by a 10 AMP circuit breaker located in an additional fuse block housing I added. The 12 volt constant power is protected by a battery saver that will shut the power down when the voltage is below 11.8 volts.

3] The ignition power source is tied to a momentary switch so the only way the accessory box solenoid will be energized is when both the red button momentary switch and the accessory box OEM switch is simultaneously pushed with your left index finger and your thumb. By pressing down on both buttons, this will allow rider to open glove box while motorcycle is in gear while riding or park without having to stop the bike or put the bike in neutral. The momentary switch is installed so we do not forget that the accessory box solenoid circuit is energized and stand a chance of damaging the accessory box solenoid and leaving the lights on in the glove box. “Lights?”

4] I also added an extra feature that I enjoy, glove box light so I can find what I have in the box when it is dark should I need to open the glove box at night.

5] These light circuits are tied to the Orange and White accessory box solenoid circuit. The beauty of this is that the lights only work when the box is open and or in neutral, or it can be on if you wish it to be in gear by simply pushing the added red button momentary switch next to the glove box switch. This way you will never have the lights on when you don’t have the box open. Lights are only on when glove box is open in neutral or when the momentary red button next to glove box is energized. Very simple but it works.

The bad quality pictures above shows the glove box can be opened with the red button momentary bypass switch within reach of both the rider’s index finger and thumb. The Orange and White wire is the power supply wire for the accessory box solenoid. This is the wire that the diode is installed in-line. The added bypass wire from the Red switch connects in between the diode and the accessory box solenoid along with the power wires to the accessory box lights shown on picture above.

These pictures reflect the fairing being removed to gain access to electrical components that were added on my FJR bike.
Some of the accessories added were:
1] Kisan Charge guard which includes a battery tender, a volt, amp and temp gauge along with an ice warning feature.
2] Kisan signal minder to cancel turn signals when we forget we have them on
3] Kisan Path Blazer which makes your headlight flash on high beams only during day light hours goes back to normal function during night.
4] H-4 Piaas super bright headlamp bulbs.
5] Gorilla motorcycle alarm
6] Add on fuse block with optional circuits for constant battery feed and ignition on feed only. These circuits are protected by circuit-breakers and not fuse.
7] GPS power accessory plug next to hazard button for add on GPS navigation system, this plug gives both ignition and constant battery feed along with its only ground supply. Add on tank bag can easily be removed and secured with the GPS system in it.
8] Digi 8 Digital Gear Indicator. No more looking for the additional gears. Always know what gear you are in..
9] Powerlet accessory power plugs for accessories, Cell phone, AutoCom, CD player, heated Jacket etc. Two accessory power outlet. One in the C panel and the other above the passenger left peg. Can be used to charge the battery or jump the bike when the battery is dead.
10] Back off break light minder. It flashes when the brakes are applied.
11] Givi E460 Painted top box with back rest and brake lamps wired with the case.
12] Throttlemeister cruise control / heavy bar ends
13] Doug Hines handlebar risers 1”
14] High Gear GPS mounting stalk and plate
15] Grifter rear license plate lock box
16] Rear license plate helmet locks
17] Tank Slapper protective 3M film
18] Deer whistle
19] TOG’s Tip Over Guard for fairing protection
20] Magellan 750Nav Plus true vehicle navigation system with the latest 4.3.3.12 firmware and HN11 GPS 12 channel receiver with full coverage U.S and Canada mapping software from NavTeq. This GPS system has the most Points of Interest selection of any GPS units currently available in the U.S. Over 132 different categories with over 15 million different points of interest to choose from. With options like being able to search by Zip Codes and Phone Numbers along with the ability to search only within the State you are in, you won’t end up having to search the entire U.S. and Canada for a main street.
21] Power Commander PCIII USB installed and working. I’ve found this accessory made the engine smoother but lost a few miles per gallon due to the O2 being disconnected and the setting set at slightly richer then stock.
22] Super Brace chrome fork mount stabilizer. I noticed a big different in front end performance especially on turns; much more stable.
23] Auto Com communicator. This system is tied to my cell phone, GPS unit and bike to bike communicator. The system functions well.

24] Moko slider. I had these put on since one time when I dropped the bike lightly on the TOG and it bent the mounting bolt slightly. Having two different sliders and TOP’s gives the bike slightly more protection if I decide to be stupid and drop the bike again.
25] Carbon Fiber side cover for added protection to the side cover.
26] Russell’s front and rear full leather Day long seats with heated option for front seat and back rest added. This seat is worth the money. It fits well and is very comfortable. I highly recommended it.
27] Cox Radiator guard to protect the radiator fins from being damage by debris. This add on accessory caused the bike to run slightly hotter due to the interference with the airflow through the radiator. It is a trade off but it also adds additional protection against objects that can damage the radiator.
28] Front fender extender for added protection

I did add the LED 1157 and 1156 bulbs, but did not like the results and took them off.
Here are pictures of the comparisons
 
Left bulb is standard 1157, Right bulb is Super Bright LED lamp with brakes off and on.
This comparison is obvious. I just did not wish to sacrifice LED watts saving for safety visibility comfort.
 
This is a better view of the accessories I added to the bike!

See also

Special Modifications | Givi Top Case installation | Santa Cruz Ride |

 

 

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