Author Topic: easy wiring with M Unit? (Read 2381 times)

Wbflyer · « **on:** July 27, 2017, 04:38:42 PM »

Just started building my new bike and already thinking about the wiring mess. Does the M Unit simplify wiring on our bikes? If so, any builds to show the best process?

Thanks!

BomberMann650 · « **Reply #1 on:** July 27, 2017, 04:43:32 PM »

The m-unit can streamline a few things. Lights and switches.
But not the charging system.

At the end of the day, you're still wiring up a bike. A tedious process if there ever was.

calj737 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 27, 2017, 04:57:37 PM »

It does allow you to clean up the wiring, reduce junctions, relocate components, and move things out of the headlight bucket. There are a few components it eliminates, and it can be far more simple if you plan it out.

The other possible benefit is to correct/undo any prior owner wire harness hacks with all new fresh clean wiring. It does not alter your charging system, but it can eliminate any possible voltage loss due to corrosion or poor connections.

As for builds documenting the install of them, with the recent change in Photobucket, many build threads are image whacked suddenly. But there's many members here who can help you if you need it.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #3 on:** July 27, 2017, 07:14:36 PM »

thanks for the replies! So you still use the original harness in conjunction with the M unit?

calj737 · « **Reply #4 on:** July 27, 2017, 08:11:12 PM »

Nope, ditch it and run all new wiring.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #5 on:** July 28, 2017, 08:31:52 AM »

Yikes, run all new wiring? That might be too much work

I can rebuild an engine but wiring is a PITA! Do they sell a wiring kit that details the wiring with the M unit?

madmtnmotors · « **Reply #6 on:** July 28, 2017, 08:38:50 AM »

Quote from: Wbflyer on July 28, 2017, 08:31:52 AM

Do they sell a wiring kit that details the wiring with the M unit?

A plug and play "custom" wiring solution? Yikes indeed!

If anybody could provide something like that it would be cal...

calj737 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 28, 2017, 08:41:27 AM »

Dang, Wilbur! Throw me under the bus why don't you

It's true, I can send you a wiring diagram to integrate the m-unit into your bike. It's really rather easy and much cleaner. If you can build a motor, wiring a bike is a breeze.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #8 on:** July 28, 2017, 09:18:31 AM »

Hey Cal, I would love to have that! So your diagram is taking the M - Unit and wiring it all from scratch, not using the OEM harness correct?

Thanks for everyone's help!

madmtnmotors · « **Reply #9 on:** July 28, 2017, 09:28:30 AM »

Quote from: calj737 on July 28, 2017, 08:41:27 AM

Dang, Wilbur! Throw me under the bus why don't you

I got'chur back!

calj737 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 28, 2017, 09:42:44 AM »

Yup, ditch the harness. All new wire. All new Connectors. No more resistance, corrosion or hack jobs to repair. Even retain stock colors. And some "upgraded" features.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #11 on:** July 28, 2017, 10:53:09 AM »

Sweet! this is all in your kit with a guide?

calj737 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 28, 2017, 10:56:10 AM »

It's not a "kit". It's a wiring diagram. Shows how/where wires connect from stock components to m-unit. You can buy a bundled wire kit of lengths and colors from sources, but nobody delivers a ready to go "kit".

madmtnmotors · « **Reply #13 on:** July 28, 2017, 11:50:51 AM »

Quote from: calj737 on July 28, 2017, 10:56:10 AM

It's not a "kit". It's a wiring diagram. Shows how/where wires connect from stock components to m-unit. You can buy a bundled wire kit of lengths and colors from sources, but nobody delivers a ready to go "kit".

LOL! Cal is well versed in the M-units but he does not produce a "kit". Sorry for the confusion, I was merely referring to cal's experience with these and that if anyone could even come close to producing a custom "kit" he might be able to do so. The only problem with a "custom kit" is the word custom.

i.e. what switches? What model? What year? What is being eliminated? What is being added?

Way too many variables for a "one size fits all" kit, even one specific to a SOHC/4.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #14 on:** July 28, 2017, 01:23:06 PM »

Gotcha, I would like to move forward on the diagram please.

Wbflyer · « **Reply #15 on:** July 28, 2017, 03:16:39 PM »

Let me know the costs and I can PayPal ya!

Wbflyer · « **Reply #16 on:** July 31, 2017, 02:14:58 PM »

Hey, sorry to keep pestering you but I am very interested in getting your diagram of the wiring when you have some time!

calj737 · « **Reply #17 on:** July 31, 2017, 10:26:47 PM »

As soon as I get off the road from traveling, I'll be sure to send you a PM for all the details.

scottly · « **Reply #18 on:** July 31, 2017, 11:03:50 PM »

Quote from: Wbflyer on July 27, 2017, 04:38:42 PM

Just started building my new bike and already thinking about the wiring mess. Does the M Unit simplify wiring on our bikes?

It's a lot easier to use the stock harness than to wire a bike from scratch, and a whole lot cheaper than using an M Unit.

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