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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:41 PM
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hey guys

im looking for some options for a usb charging port for a SG.

any tips or opinions?

thanks in advance
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:43 PM
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:51 PM
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Griffin Powerjolt Dual Universal USB Micro

I use this and keep it on my bike in case of I have to recharge anything on route. I like it every time I have used it. Only charged ipod/iphone so I can't answer your questions about amps and bigger drawing utilities.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:52 PM
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http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php

Have one, charges iPhone, iPad and other stuff as necessary.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by old v twin
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php

Have one, charges iPhone, iPad and other stuff as necessary.
cool option,,, good price to. ride safe, paul
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:01 PM
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Interesting. Doesn't look like it is available through any of their US resellers yet.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:04 PM
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I use and recommend a dual USB port no less than 2 amp.
Look at the amp ratings!
Smartphones, tablets, etc require no less, especially if you charge them in use.
Many elcheapo ports only put out 0.5 amp; your unit will actually run down trying to charge with it.
Got mine on Amazon, less than 10 bucks.
Many are very small, takes up very little space.
All kinds of options...
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:22 PM
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Like mentioned above I use the griffin dual port on mine and you can readily find them at Radio Shack, Wal-Mart etc. 5 watts/volts ~ 1 Amp per port. Easiest solution cause you just plug it into your factory cigarette lighter unless you smoke while riding and feel you need the cigarette lighter more.

http://store.griffintechnology.com/p...niversal-micro
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by xantasm
Like mentioned above I use the griffin dual port on mine and you can readily find them at Radio Shack, Wal-Mart etc. 5 watts/volts ~ 1 Amp per port. Easiest solution cause you just plug it into your factory cigarette lighter unless you smoke while riding and feel you need the cigarette lighter more.

http://store.griffintechnology.com/p...niversal-micro
I agree with that. Use one in my car too. Push in any cig lighter type port and charge almost anything with a USB cable.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:42 PM
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+1 on the Griffin. Small and convenient. There are similar devices out there that can be found just about anywhere that sells chargers including a lot of gas stations.
 
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