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afishinado
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« on: January 05, 2019, 02:42:35 AM »
Want to add a two port USB outlet either to the handlebars or to windshield hardware.  If I can’t find something clean, I’ll reluctantly put one in the (otherwise useless) center windshield pouch.  Want to power a Bluetooth speaker and a Garmin or phone.  Plan on getting power from the auxiliary power cable my manual says is under the tank.  What have you guys come up with?
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Mike
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Jack B
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« Reply #1 on: January 05, 2019, 04:30:47 AM »
Do you look on EBay lots to choose and cheap.
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« Reply #2 on: January 05, 2019, 09:12:59 AM »
This is what I bough inexpensively years ago. On a tourer, I would mount it on the front of the frame.



But there are a lot, highly priced, I would look for a handle bar mounted one.
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« Reply #3 on: January 05, 2019, 12:42:07 PM »
This? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-Dual-USB-Motorcycle-Handlebar-Charger-Socket-w-Switch-Mount-12-24V/163332230585?hash=item26075c0db9:g:fz4AAOSwJTtbz~Nx:rk:10:pf:0
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« Reply #4 on: January 05, 2019, 12:52:24 PM »
Quote from: rockbobmel on January 05, 2019, 12:42:07 PM
This? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-Dual-USB-Motorcycle-Handlebar-Charger-Socket-w-Switch-Mount-12-24V/163332230585?hash=item26075c0db9:g:fz4AAOSwJTtbz~Nx:rk:10:pf:0

I have this one and has served me well for about 5 years.
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afishinado
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« Reply #5 on: January 06, 2019, 04:48:09 AM »
Quote from: rockbobmel on January 05, 2019, 12:42:07 PM
This? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-Dual-USB-Motorcycle-Handlebar-Charger-Socket-w-Switch-Mount-12-24V/163332230585?hash=item26075c0db9:g:fz4AAOSwJTtbz~Nx:rk:10:pf:0

That would work...  Ordered it, thanks!
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Mike
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #6 on: January 06, 2019, 01:57:05 PM »
Quote from: afishinado on January 05, 2019, 02:42:35 AM
Want to add a two port USB outlet either to the handlebars or to windshield hardware.  If I can’t find something clean, I’ll reluctantly put one in the (otherwise useless) center windshield pouch.  Want to power a Bluetooth speaker and a Garmin or phone.  Plan on getting power from the auxiliary power cable my manual says is under the tank.  What have you guys come up with?

Not sure what manual you have. The aux hook up is near the battery usually accessible behind the right side cover
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mello dude
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« Reply #7 on: January 06, 2019, 03:49:10 PM »
If you have a panel area to mount on, Amazon has a ton of ideas - just purchased a voltmeter/USB combination, 1 1/8 inch diameter...
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Gryphon Rider
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« Reply #8 on: January 07, 2019, 07:56:14 AM »
Quote from: rockbobmel on January 05, 2019, 12:42:07 PM
This? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-Dual-USB-Motorcycle-Handlebar-Charger-Socket-w-Switch-Mount-12-24V/163332230585?hash=item26075c0db9:g:fz4AAOSwJTtbz~Nx:rk:10:pf:0
I like the integrated switch on this unit; haven't seen that before.  With the dual USB port I currently have in my saddlebag, I added a toggle switch to eliminate its small current draw when not in use.
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« Reply #9 on: January 07, 2019, 09:52:03 AM »


This is my cigar lighter outlet with a USB socket pushed in.
The rubber cap in my hand keep it totally dry when not in use.
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