Radar Dector Wiring

[Oscar Nelsen]

Where should I hardwire my Valentine 1? Directly to the battery, tap the Power Socket wire, tap a parking light wire (did this on my FJR)?

[beemerboy9]

Power socket would be most accessible.

[Oscar Nelsen]

That sounds logical.
My search for answers found there is an unused power connector on the left side. I am going to try to find that and just run wire to the right side (via CAN-BUS GPS/Gadget Power Pigtail part #83300413585) where the mount is installed. If I cannot locate that connector, I am going to tap the power socket. Thanks for your help.

[T6pilot]

I tapped into the same wire as my P3 lights, it's the plug under the front seat, mines a 15 model,  skene design install instructions point out the location and color of wire
Be aware power will stay on for 30 seconds after turning off ignition switch

[Oscar Nelsen]

Sorry. I don't understand P3 lights and skene design.

[T6pilot]

Oscar
P3 lights are a added brake light
Made by a company called Skene designs
Jerry Skene the owner makes a great deal of different lights for many motorcycles all high quality

[Oscar Nelsen]

Duh. Found the site. Thanks.

[Oscar Nelsen]

Tapped into the Powerlet wire for +12; used the fairing strap for ground.
Made a cradle for the Helmet Assisted Radar Detection helmet display transmitter and taped that to the power connector for the V1.
The detector mount is an old Spider that I could not find on their website. Longer Allen bolts and spacers replace the stock bolts.