Honda GL1800 PKT-017 Kit PDF Installation Instructions

Introduction This easy to install, high quality, Powerlet™ kit provides a convenient way to access the battery on Honda GL1800 motorcycles. The operator can supply power to the battery (i.e. battery charger), draw power from the battery (i.e. heated vest), or monitor the state of charge on the battery using the Powerlet socket.

Quick Start Instruction:
STEP #1 Remove the left side panel & seat.
STEP #2 Mount the socket.
STEP #3 Route wires starting at the battery and up to the finishing at the bracket.
STEP #4 Look over your work.
STEP #5 Attach the wires to the socket and test.
STEP #6 Put everything you took off back on.

Detailed Instruction:
STEP #1 – Remove the seat. See the Honda service manual.
STEP #2 – Drill a 18mm hole into the front panel as shown [A]. (11/16” hole saw recommended and is available on our site). The hole must be a slip fit for the socket. If the hole is too small open it with emery cloth or a file. Attach the socket to the panel; put a dab of Silicone on the socket and jam nut after assembly.

STEP #3 – Next remove the negative battery connection, followed by the positive battery connection. Slip the red wire under the red battery boot [C]. You may need to trim the red boot to accommodate the added wire. Connect the red wire to the battery posts as follows:
RED WIRE = BATTERY POSITIVE Tuck the fuse holder into a cavity behind the plus terminal of the battery . Tywrap the fuse holder to the nearby wiring. Connect the black ground wire to the negative on the battery.

STEP #4 – Apply the remaining ty-wrap to the wiring harness and the existing wiring harness. Do NOT allow the harness to directly contact the motor or exhaust.
STEP #5 – Install the fuse in the fuse-holder. The center terminal is plus and the outer ring is negative (see dwg below). Apply either dielectric grease or Vaseline to the terminals. Connect the red wire to the POSITIVE terminal and the black wire to the NEGATIVE terminal. Use a voltmeter to check if the polarity is correct.

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