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Old Mar 24, 2018 | 03:50 PM
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Default 2012 Heritage Classic. Looking for auxiliary power plug

I am looking for a way to tap into a switched auxiliary power source. I was going to use a fuse tap like in the attached picture but with the fuse block like it is that is not possible. I have read somewhere that there is a aux power plug somewhere on the bike. The orange wire I think.

Anyone have a clue?

Also, what is the best service manual for this bike? OEM Harley manual or a aftermarket?

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Bill


 
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Old Mar 28, 2018 | 10:34 PM
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Depends on what you're trying to power. I have a battery maintainer lead on mine, and have the USB adapter that plugs into it so I can charge my phone while riding. Using adapters that go off the maintainer lead are one of the best ways to do it. OEM manual is the best way to go IMO
 
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Old Mar 29, 2018 | 08:25 AM
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I agree with 95th_1200....

What are you trying to power?

I just did the battery tender SAE 2 connector to USB charger setup on my heritage. Ran the usb cable under the tank. Its a nice setup.
 
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I am doing a dash cam. I want a switched power source so every time I start the bike it comes on. The same as the ones in my truck and car.

I have the usb port in the saddle bag that pigs into the battery tender pigtail.
 

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