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[Rogue]

Did you put a check valve in? Could it be backwards?

Check the coil connection.

Double check the dip switches.

 

[skyway]

Try reversing the connections at the coil?

 

[FJRJeff]

Did you put a check valve in? Could it be backwards?
Check the coil connection.

Double check the dip switches.

No check valve or extra vacuum cannister yet (wanted to keep it simple to start).

Double checked the DIP switches, and they're set as described in the How To.

I checked the connection between the CC and the coil, and the wire/connector are good. I don't know how to check the reverse (coil sending signal down the wire to the CC). Do I just use my volt meter (the manual said something about needing a special tool)?

Jeff

 

[FJRJeff]

Try reversing the connections at the coil?

Tried, but no joy...

 

[Rogue]

I'm going to see if I can find my instructions and be of more help.

 

[FJRJeff]

Went through the LED checks again, and the LED is NOT lighting when I step on the rear brake pedal, so I'm going to recheck those connections again (voltage said it was OK).

Does anybody have the GIVI top box with the brake light and a cruise control? I don't currently have the box on, so there shouldn't be a load on the line, but figured I'd ask....

Jeff

 

[FJRJeff]

That was it. Bad tap on the brown wire to the brake light. It now engages and I can see the cable pull by the servo. Time to button it up and take it out to see how it works for real now.

Big thanks to everyone that offered help. If you find yourself in the PNW, beer and homemade BBQ are on me.

:drinks:

 

[Rogue]

Way to go. :thumbup:

 

[FJRocket]

Glad you got it under control, Jeff. Now let the fun begin!

Hey, you should share your under the panier servo install with us!

 

[ionbeam]

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share your under the panier servo install
Here is one way:

 

[FJRJeff]

Same as Ionbeam, only mine is on the right side of the bike (just happens to be the side I ran the wires down at first before moving the servo out from under the seat). This is a great spot for ABS bikes since there's no room under the side cover. Keeps the space under the seat clear for other toys too!

Got the idea from Skyway while troubleshooting my problems.

Like the way that bracket looks when painted black.

Jeff

 

[Toecutter]

Big thanks to everyone that offered help. If you find yourself in the PNW, beer and homemade BBQ are on me.
:drinks:

I would've helped if I had any knowlege, but since I haven't installed mine yet I'm ignorant. Does that count for anything? I'll be in SE WA next month

So, does it work okay without the vacuum reservoir?

 

[FJRocket]

So, does it work okay without the vacuum reservoir?

I like mine better without the vaccuum canister. I've ridden mountains and whatnot and really don't notice any lag or surging. And I only have one vacuum line from the ports.

You have to change the dip settings, though. Be careful doing that. I can check my bike this evening and relay the info. I'm pretty sure I have the settings different than what's on the info page.

 

[ionbeam]

only mine is on the right side of the bike

That thar is Wilbers country. Mounting the servo on the right side will most likely conflict with Wilbers remote adjuster.

So, does it work okay without the vacuum reservoir?

Tried my AV with 4 ports, 4 vacuum diodes and a small vacuum reservoir. Worked great. To reduce plumbing I changed to 1 port, 1 vacuum diode and retained the small vacuum reservoir. My observations with 1 port & small reservoir: *slower to set speed * more sag on hills when loaded * rougher operation at slow speed, low gears * rougher operation slow speed, higher RPMs (i.e. lower gears, see previous). My recommendation is 4 ports and some kind of reservoir. Opinions about what works varies among the people that have done the AV install. Go with what works for you.

The vacuum diaphragm in the servo is vented, that is to say it dumps vacuum to atmosphere to release pull on the diaphragm (this is why you should use a vacuum diode) so it then needs to pull vacuum from the intake to move the diaphragm. This would pulse the intake on a single port system changing synch for that 1 cylinder. A vacuum reservoir buffers the pulses on the intake(s) and IMO, I think it is a good idea. Again, IMO, 4 ports are a good idea even though 1 port works. I used an '85 Goldwing fuel filter for my reservoir and it seems adequate. There are other fuel filters with a good volume and correct nipples that connect to existing vacuum likes. Given ambition, time and no ABS plumbing you can build a really big vacuum reservoir that is probable over-kill.

Edit: FJRocket posted while I was still typing way too many words <_< I have my dip switches set for light vehicle, high HP. As I previously commented, what results in good outcome are all over the place. FJRocket's take on how the Cruise works for him is different than mine. Not wrong, just different.

 

[FJRocket]

FJRocket's take on how the Cruise works for him is different than mine. Not wrong, just different.

I DO reserve the right to be wrong. I have used that right on MANY occasions.

I have a single line and a one-into-two check valve that I bought at AutoZone. I left the second line in place when I removed the aux can, and threaded a stainless screw in the end to seal it off.

Lots of ways to skin this cat! Just glad the fricken thing works. 2 years and going strong.

I'll remember on my '06 to put the servo under the LEFT bag (if I don't put it under the seat) so I can save room to install my WILBERS doohickeys on the right side. Still waiting to see if the shock is the same model on the stock '06's. I sure DO like the Wilbers on my '04!!!!!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

 

[FJRJeff]

Big thanks to everyone that offered help. If you find yourself in the PNW, beer and homemade BBQ are on me.
:drinks:

I would've helped if I had any knowlege, but since I haven't installed mine yet I'm ignorant. Does that count for anything? I'll be in SE WA next month

So, does it work okay without the vacuum reservoir?

Close enough. Give me a holler when you're in town if you're going to be out towards Portland (SW Washington). We'll see if the weather will allow me enough time to make some pulled pork or ribs.

I will need to go make an adjustment to my bead chain to remove a couple of links to remove a bit of slack, but I did notice a little lag on hills on my own (6'1", 200lbs), so I'll be trying it with a cannister when time permits. For now, it works, so I can't complain.