Which Compressor and Patch Kit?

[Roy Epperson]

Intereting idea, but there is not alot of room left after popping in a Starcomm, Bluesea, Compressor, patch kit and other goodies. Everyone would have different requirements of an understeat bag I would think.

Which compressor and patch kit are you using and where did you get it?

 

[Jagermeister]

Intereting idea, but there is not alot of room left after popping in a Starcomm, Bluesea, Compressor, patch kit and other goodies. Everyone would have different requirements of an understeat bag I would think.

Which compressor and patch kit are you using and where did you get it?

Slime Compressor and repair kit, for me. Just be sure to upgrade your 12v outlet fuse; 3a won't run it.

 

[ponyfool]

Slime Compressor and repair kit, for me. Just be sure to upgrade your 12v outlet fuse; 3a won't run it.

That's what I've got, works wonderfully! Saved my bacon twice now. I bought mine at Cycle Gear. It's compact enough to fit in the tool tray.

 

[jmarran]

I'm definately planning on getting one of those slime compressors.

But, could someone elaborate on the fuse upgrade I would need to do on my Powerlet as if you were explaining to an *****? (because you would be)

Muchass Grassyass.

 

[mfletch69]

Intereting idea, but there is not alot of room left after popping in a Starcomm, Bluesea, Compressor, patch kit and other goodies. Everyone would have different requirements of an understeat bag I would think.

Which compressor and patch kit are you using and where did you get it?

Slime Compressor and repair kit, for me. Just be sure to upgrade your 12v outlet fuse; 3a won't run it.

What amp fuse do you need?

 

[odot]

It's a tin foil fuse upgrade. It's all the rage. All the kids are doing it now. And if you run out of spare smoke........

radman's got extra smoke from his last episode. Buck a bottle.

 

[Bustanut joker]

Speakin' a Smoke.... Ya took my last two bottles didn't cha?

I want those back bub. You can keep the **** an igloo. I need that ****!

:jester:

 

[odot]

Just don't do any electrical work that you don't unnerstan an you'll be A-ok.

 

[Bustanut joker]

Just don't do any electrical work that you don't unnerstan an you'll be A-ok.

Suppose changing a fuse is outta the question then eh?

Thankx pal.

:jester:

 

[ponyfool]

Don't just simply change the fuse for the glove box outlet. There is a reason there is a 3amp fuse there.

If you don't understand how to wire a fuse block, or additional outlet, the Slime compressor comes with a connector (I think it's called an SAE, but not sure). You can buy the same type of connector that bolts to the battery terminals to plug the compressor into it.

 

[phil]

Slime also makes a "Powersports" compressor, same price, but it comes with with permanent battery connections, which have a 15-amp in-line fuse. (The motor runs on 10 amps.) I ran the line from battery to the middle "slit" on right side fairing, so I have a quick hookup for the air pump, plus a connection for a battery tender.

 

[jmarran]

Don't just simply change the fuse for the glove box outlet. There is a reason there is a 3amp fuse there.
If you don't understand how to wire a fuse block, or additional outlet, the Slime compressor comes with a connector (I think it's called an SAE, but not sure). You can buy the same type of connector that bolts to the battery terminals to plug the compressor into it.

OK, for my own sake I'll try to be more specific about the fuse upgrade.

I have an '05, so there is not glove box outlet, and thus no fuse upgrade for that.

I do however have a powerlet installed in my right fairing, which is what I would expect to be the most logical place I would be plugging a compressor into (perhaps via a SAE or even cig lighter adapter which I already have/use).

I really do want to be more responsible on the road and have one of these, but have gone through every document online I could find to see/verify what fuse I need, or maybe even already have between the powerlet and my battery.

I don't want to turn a roadside tire repair into a roadside tire and electrical repair.

 

[ponyfool]

jmarrin, if the wiring to your powerlet is beefy enough, and the powerlet is rated high enough, and the location the powerlet is connected to can handle it (if it's not connected directly to the battery), then simply upgrading the fuse would work for an air compressor. Just know that if you use another device in the same powerlet that needs or wants a smaller fuse, in the event of a short to the device, it may suffer damage by having a heavier fuse. Not damage to your bike, but to the device.

This is why having a fuse block connected to the battery (switched or unswitched - your preference) is a better idea. You can plug low draw devices like a radar detector or GPS into a 3 amp fuse or lower, but your compressor into a 10 amp or 15 amp fused location.

 

[jmarran]

jmarrin, if the wiring to your powerlet is beefy enough, and the powerlet is rated high enough, and the location the powerlet is connected to can handle it (if it's not connected directly to the battery), then simply upgrading the fuse would work for an air compressor. Just know that if you use another device in the same powerlet that needs or wants a smaller fuse, in the event of a short to the device, it may suffer damage by having a heavier fuse. Not damage to your bike, but to the device.
This is why having a fuse block connected to the battery (switched or unswitched - your preference) is a better idea. You can plug low draw devices like a radar detector or GPS into a 3 amp fuse or lower, but your compressor into a 10 amp or 15 amp fused location.

Crap. I wasn't expecting a good explanative answer to lead me to more research, purchases and installs. Thank you for the explanation. Now I guess I need to start researching fuse blocks.

Funny how the list of things needed to get for the bike just never seems to get completely cleared.

All I know is I bought a Powerlet kit specifically for a Gen 1 fairing (wires perfect length etc.) and I've been using it to power my GPS and also charging the battery with the battery tender. Wish I thought to examine the wires and maybe fuse the last time I had the panels off.

 

[Roy Epperson]

<snip>Crap. I wasn't expecting a good explanative answer to lead me to more research, purchases and installs. Thank you for the explanation. Now I guess I need to start researching fuse blocks.

Funny how the list of things needed to get for the bike just never seems to get completely cleared.

I just picked up a 6 position fuse panel from Napa Auto Parts BK 782-5316 for $17.95 plus tax. It's 3-3/8" x 2-1/2" x 3/4". Hopefully this will be this weekend's project.

 

[jmarran]

Good news (for me anyway)

I slowed down a little and did a bit more reading and found the following on Powerlet's web site about my kit:

Heavy Duty 14AWG 105C Wiring Harness

Water-proof Automotive ATO Fuseholder

Includes 15 Amp Fuse

Sooo, it looks like I should be fine plugging a compressor in since the Powerlet is using a 15 Amp fuse and 14AWG wiring. If not then I'll certainly figure it out pretty darn quick.

 

[ponyfool]

That will be more than enough to cover what you are going to use.

 

[msiegle]

Slime Compressor and repair kit, for me. Just be sure to upgrade your 12v outlet fuse; 3a won't run it.

That's what I've got, works wonderfully! Saved my bacon twice now. I bought mine at Cycle Gear. It's compact enough to fit in the tool tray.

Is it a really tight fit? I looked at the measurements of the unit and was wondering if it would fit along with the power cable and air hose plus a patch kit and the existing tools.