Autocancel, Hazards & Escort Flashing

[Jersey]

Hmm, Thank you Jersey. I actually do have a Hopkins converter kit on the bike that feeds the trailer lights direct from the bike battery that is triggered by the bikes turn signal circuit. Sounds like I am good there. As far as Chet's mod, I have a turn signal flasher that is energized by a switch fed by the bike battery that when turned on feeds the bikes turn signal circuits. Thanks for running this down. I like the signal cancel option, Jaybird.

Hey Jaybird,

Chet's mod can be done a few ways.  Do you have a wiring diagram of which one you did?  I'd hate to steer you wrong.  In general Chet's mods seems to just add power to both Left & Right circuits via a relay.  If that's the case, then it might be easy to simply undo that addition.

Cheers,
Jersey

[hoosier jaybird]

Yes Jersey, I have a wiring diagram and I could easily remove the 4-way mod. When you arrive at a final $ will you post that. Thanks.

[hoosier jaybird]

MMM. I am sorry Jersey, did I miss this in a previous post? Does the 4-way function with the key off? Say you are stranded along the road and the bike is shut down. Thanks, Jaybird.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Jersey, I think I saw you are signed for Inzane. Are you going to be selling your units there ?

[Jersey]

Jersey, I think I saw you are signed for Inzane. Are you going to be selling your units there ?

I'm working on it. 

[Jersey]

MMM. I am sorry Jersey, did I miss this in a previous post? Does the 4-way function with the key off? Say you are stranded along the road and the bike is shut down. Thanks, Jaybird.

Mine does not work with the key off.  My priority was to make it plug and play for easy installation.  My next update will include ability to run hazards with key off.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Jersey, I think I saw you are signed for Inzane. Are you going to be selling your units there ?

I'm working on it. 

[hoosier jaybird]

Ok Jersey, when you get the unit updated to the next generation with the four way flashers let us know. You are on the right track.

[mrgeoff]

Sounds like you got your ducks in a row...I have a 99CT and I placed LED bulbs on the rear Turn
signals and have the regular bulbs for the front turn signals...Yes, they do blink a little quicker, but it gets peoples attention more...at least I think it does...Also wired one single red LED into the center of the lens on each of the rear only(clear lens)...I took the power for those two LEDs from the license plate light circuit(also an LED bulb)...Did this to make more light on the rear of the bike...with clear lens, as it starts to get darker out while on the road, the brake light and the two red LEDs make it a little safer for those behind me to see...Was wondering if your plug-n-play would effect the operation of how I have my TS set up...???...But I would give it a try...worth at least $75-$100...!!!
Sandman...!!!

[Jersey]

Ok Jersey, when you get the unit updated to the next generation with the four way flashers let us know. You are on the right track.

The project started out focused on Auto-Cancel and Plug-n-Play, but making it so the Hazards can flash with the key off would be a nice feature. (Except if a passerby turns them on while you're away!)  Since this is Solid-State switching it becomes more of a challenge as compared to a mechanical switch.

I'll work on this, but it could be awhile.   While the circuitry is doable, it will require a direct feed from the battery, which adds to the installation - either through an additional fused wire run from the battery to the front, or an additional plug/socket (to continue the plug-n-play) for each ignition switch.  Would up the cost a little.

[Jersey]

Sounds like you got your ducks in a row...I have a 99CT and I placed LED bulbs on the rear Turn
signals and have the regular bulbs for the front turn signals...Yes, they do blink a little quicker, but it gets peoples attention more...at least I think it does...Also wired one single red LED into the center of the lens on each of the rear only(clear lens)...I took the power for those two LEDs from the license plate light circuit(also an LED bulb)...Did this to make more light on the rear of the bike...with clear lens, as it starts to get darker out while on the road, the brake light and the two red LEDs make it a little safer for those behind me to see...Was wondering if your plug-n-play would effect the operation of how I have my TS set up...???...But I would give it a try...worth at least $75-$100...!!!
Sandman...!!!

My unit doesn't use the OEM relay so it doesn't change speed regardless of the type of lighting used.

Sounds like your additional LED in the tail is powered separate from the Turn Signal wiring.  IF this is the case, then my unit shouldn't change your setup or be affected by it.  My unit also doesn't activate the Brake light circuit, but it does sense when the brakes are activated.

Hope that helps.  Let me know if you're interested.  Feel free to email me.

[Ramie]

Jersey, just curious if you ever found a better spring to use?

[Jersey]

Jersey, just curious if you ever found a better spring to use?

It took a lot of trial and error, also the condition of the switch and the content of dirty grease seems to make a difference.  In the end I did find a spring that seems to do the job very well after the switch grease/dirt is cleaned out.  These buggers are expensive at almost $2 ea, but they work great.  Are you going to be at Inzane?

[hoosier jaybird]

Thanks Jersey, your modification looks great and adding the 4-way function with the key off is icing on the cake. Let us know when you figure it out. Jaybird.

[WintrSol]

Jersey, just curious if you ever found a better spring to use?

It took a lot of trial and error, also the condition of the switch and the content of dirty grease seems to make a difference.  In the end I did find a spring that seems to do the job very well after the switch grease/dirt is cleaned out.  These buggers are expensive at almost $2 ea, but they work great.  Are you going to be at Inzane?

Yes, the springs are just about perfect in mine. I had already done a thorough clean and re-grease to try and solve a problem with the press-to-cancel working reliably, so when I installed the autocancel, everything was ready to go. It works so well, I'd hate to go back to the stock configuration.

[Jersey]

Jersey, just curious if you ever found a better spring to use?

It took a lot of trial and error, also the condition of the switch and the content of dirty grease seems to make a difference.  In the end I did find a spring that seems to do the job very well after the switch grease/dirt is cleaned out.  These buggers are expensive at almost $2 ea, but they work great.  Are you going to be at Inzane?

Yes, the springs are just about perfect in mine. I had already done a thorough clean and re-grease to try and solve a problem with the press-to-cancel working reliably, so when I installed the autocancel, everything was ready to go. It works so well, I'd hate to go back to the stock configuration.

I'm glad you like! 

My plan is to get this out to ALL Japanese MC owners that use the standard turn signal switch... which is like a million or so bikes? 

[Avanti]

I really appreciate the work that you have put into the SignalBoss.
I too would like the four way flasher in key off position.
Is it possible to run another fused power source through a relay to power the turn signal circuit of the motorcycle using the accessory side of the keyed switch as the trigger?

[WintrSol]

I really appreciate the work that you have put into the SignalBoss.
I too would like the four way flasher in key off position.
Is it possible to run another fused power source through a relay to power the turn signal circuit of the motorcycle using the accessory side of the keyed switch as the trigger?

You obviously have an Interstate, or the key switch of one. But, does the accessory wire, or power controlled by it, enter the headlamp area?

[Jersey]

I really appreciate the work that you have put into the SignalBoss.
I too would like the four way flasher in key off position.
Is it possible to run another fused power source through a relay to power the turn signal circuit of the motorcycle using the accessory side of the keyed switch as the trigger?

You obviously have an Interstate, or the key switch of one. But, does the accessory wire, or power controlled by it, enter the headlamp area?

The interstate ignition switch has an accessory position, but it stays under the seat and gas tank area. The standard and tourer don't have an accessory position, so the battery power ends under the tank and seat.

[Jersey]

I really appreciate the work that you have put into the SignalBoss.
I too would like the four way flasher in key off position.
Is it possible to run another fused power source through a relay to power the turn signal circuit of the motorcycle using the accessory side of the keyed switch as the trigger?

I've actually updated the circuitry and wiring already to accommodate this great idea.  It'll be easier to just offer a fused battery connection and adjustment to the power management software. The next generation, which I hope to have available before Inzane, will run hazards and escort flashing with the key off.  Once again, thanks for the great feedback!!

[Avanti]

Will the original SigEnhancer be able to be updated?

[rockbobmel]

Do you have any youtube videos?

[Jersey]

Do you have any youtube videos?

I'm trying to get that done, but to be honest things are busy preparing for Inzane and keeping up with orders.

What I also want to do is a web-based interactive that would allow trying it out!

[tlanz]

Late last year I was (finally) getting around to installing LED turn signals in my 2003 Valkyrie standard. While researching the tech board for digital flashers I stumbled across Jersey's SigEnhancer thread. I really liked the concept and after reading the discussions from fellow members I thought I'd try to get in on the beta test.  Unfortunately (or maybe not), I was a bit late for that party. After emailing back & forth with Jersey I decided to pick up two units, one for my Valk and one for my old '81 CB900F.

I can honestly say Jersey has a great product here. It provides very useful features and works as advertised. The build quality is very good. The plug & play construction makes installation a breeze. The installation and setup instructions are clear and easy to follow. Best of all, customer support is outstanding!

The Valkyrie install went pretty smoothly except for me launching a spring into the oblivion! Be very careful with them. Fortunately I had a ready spare from the 900 kit.

I did have some trouble with the 900 install. Jersey was VERY responsive and helpful in troubleshooting. The biggest problem was the auto cancel would not cancel the signals. Turns out the SignalBoss was not getting the proper neutral indication voltage level (only 6V, not the 12V) expected. This was because I had previously replaced the neutral indicator lamp with an LED; Returning to a standard bulb fixed the problem. The other issue is space. I've installed an LED headlight and this leaves virtually no room in the headlight bucket for the SignalBoss itself (approx 56x36x15mm), the additional connectors and wiring. My plan is to eliminate the plug & play connectors and splice it in directly. I've suggested Jersey make this an option as well.

Anyway, I'm very happy with my decision to purchase the SignalBoss. Now, if Spring will ever come to New England I'll get out and ride!!!

[Jersey]

Late last year I was (finally) getting around to installing LED turn signals in my 2003 Valkyrie standard. While researching the tech board for digital flashers I stumbled across Jersey's SigEnhancer thread. I really liked the concept and after reading the discussions from fellow members I thought I'd try to get in on the beta test.  Unfortunately (or maybe not), I was a bit late for that party. After emailing back & forth with Jersey I decided to pick up two units, one for my Valk and one for my old '81 CB900F.

I can honestly say Jersey has a great product here. It provides very useful features and works as advertised. The build quality is very good. The plug & play construction makes installation a breeze. The installation and setup instructions are clear and easy to follow. Best of all, customer support is outstanding!

Thanks Brother!  Really appreciate the kind words!

The Valkyrie install went pretty smoothly except for me launching a spring into the oblivion! Be very careful with them. Fortunately I had a ready spare from the 900 kit.

I did have some trouble with the 900 install. Jersey was VERY responsive and helpful in troubleshooting. The biggest problem was the auto cancel would not cancel the signals. Turns out the SignalBoss was not getting the proper neutral indication voltage level (only 6V, not the 12V) expected. This was because I had previously replaced the neutral indicator lamp with an LED; Returning to a standard bulb fixed the problem. The other issue is space. I've installed an LED headlight and this leaves virtually no room in the headlight bucket for the SignalBoss itself (approx 36x36x15mm), the additional connectors and wiring. My plan is to eliminate the plug & play connectors and splice it in directly. I've suggested Jersey make this an option as well.

Anyway, I'm very happy with my decision to purchase the SignalBoss. Now, if Spring will ever come to New England I'll get out and ride!!!