how I mounted my Trail Tech Vapor
Posted: Sun Oct 17, 2010 6:30 pm
I spent a little time thinking about how I wanted to mount my Vapor so I thought I would share. I ditched the OEM odometer, and capped the wheel sensor cable inlet with the rubber provided by TT. I should mention that I first loaded up the inside of the sensor with white lithium grease, and that once the cap is on, it is on. You can get it back off, but it probably will not seal as well the second time around.
I wanted to use the original mount location if possible, and also wanted to have 12v from the battery but did not want the draw when the bike was not being used. To make this happen, I made a bracket that would allow me to use cap screws from the bottom of the stock mount. I also elected to put in a switch, and a separate light to let me know the switch was on. Sure, you can buy switches that light up, but they were all a bit bigger and the light would be in an odd spot. I went to Napa for the switch and light.
Other than what was mentioned, the install was pretty much they way TT says to do it. First photo is the underside of the new mounting plate. Note the hole needed to get to the reset button (almost forgot that one).
second photo is the vapor with the new mount plate and light.
third is the battery connection
next is the coil connection (wired direct)
last is the vapor in its new home. notice the switch tucked just behind the right corner of the number plate.
I would like to say all is well, but the water temp sensor is not working. I will be sending TT a note and hopefully will get it resolved.
I wanted to use the original mount location if possible, and also wanted to have 12v from the battery but did not want the draw when the bike was not being used. To make this happen, I made a bracket that would allow me to use cap screws from the bottom of the stock mount. I also elected to put in a switch, and a separate light to let me know the switch was on. Sure, you can buy switches that light up, but they were all a bit bigger and the light would be in an odd spot. I went to Napa for the switch and light.
Other than what was mentioned, the install was pretty much they way TT says to do it. First photo is the underside of the new mounting plate. Note the hole needed to get to the reset button (almost forgot that one).
second photo is the vapor with the new mount plate and light.
third is the battery connection
next is the coil connection (wired direct)
last is the vapor in its new home. notice the switch tucked just behind the right corner of the number plate.
I would like to say all is well, but the water temp sensor is not working. I will be sending TT a note and hopefully will get it resolved.