Adding a IS trunk to a standard question.

[Timbo1]

As the title suggests I'm adding a IS trunk to a standard.  The question I have is will the additional lights add to much load for the existing running / brake lights circuits if I just tie into the existing circuits?  Should I add relay's or other options?  My intention is to leave both fender and trunk lights operational as brake / running lights and blinkers only on fender license mount.

[Bagger John - #3785]

I've run them either way.

Best approach is to convert everything to LEDs and install an LED compatible signal flasher. I did this with my current Tourer and previous I/S, both of which have/had a full complement of lights.

[Jess from VA]

Even with just bulbs, the Valk charging system can handle that easily.

The trunk lights are all some weird small stab bulbs anyway, not even 1156/1157s.

LED turn signals have caused me so much grief, I would never do it again. (multiple bikes)

[Timbo1]

Thanks guys,

I'll just tie in to existing circuits.  I like the kiss approach so tying in should get the job done pretty easy.

[Gondul#408]

I recently added the truck to my standard and went ahead and re-did all the wiring so I could make the trunk lights stop/brake/signals and installed LEDs everywhere.

I used LED 5 pin (waterproof) IPN connectors so I could unplug the whole thing and take it off if needed, added a PC8 Beaver and cleaned up the rat nest old me (who didn't know better 20yrs ago) left behind.