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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 05:33 PM
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I am trying to install the wiring for heated gloves and vest and I am not sure of the best place to leave the plug hanging out from. I have a 09 Street Glide with a Sundowner 2 up seat. I have never used heated gear so any guidance would be appreciated.

I was trying to put it just to the front left of the seat but was not sure if it would interfere with my leg. Is better to be more towards the back?
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 05:42 PM
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i ran mine right up under the front of the seat. easy to get too, and its not in the way.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 05:44 PM
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I run mine through the seats slot for the backrest.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 05:50 PM
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backrest slot on stock seat...09 flhrc...I carry my thermostat in a cell phone pouch on my left side belt
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 05:52 PM
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backrest slot for me, too.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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Right front riders seat here.....
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 06:13 PM
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Behind and parallel to the left saddlebag guard. Almost invisible when not in use, yet easy enough to hook into when needed.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by dv102
I run mine through the seats slot for the backrest.
Why didn't I think of that? Just went out and ran mine there. Good idea. Thanks
 
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I ran mine out just in front the left saddle bag mount. When I am not using it I just tuck it down behind the bag mount in the gap there. It's out of the way, nearly invisible, and easy to get to.
 
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I'm a bit different from the rest. Ran power from battery under tank and into bat wing. Installed relay so power is on with accessary switch only, and ran cord out left handle bar. Easy to connect and visible enough so I seldom get off the bike without first disconnecting myself.
 
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