USB Charging station?
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From: Mountain Top, Alabama
As mentioned, many smartphones and tablets require 2 amp usb charging.
Check the numbers!
Some devices, in use, will run down while attempting to charge via a 1 amp charger.
Some dual usb chargers may provide 2 amp for 1, and 1 amp for the other.
Some duals may say "2 amp", but it's only 1 amp each.
I only use 2 amp chargers on ALL my stuff.
Amazon has them, but LOOK AT THE NUMBERS!
Check the numbers!
Some devices, in use, will run down while attempting to charge via a 1 amp charger.
Some dual usb chargers may provide 2 amp for 1, and 1 amp for the other.
Some duals may say "2 amp", but it's only 1 amp each.
I only use 2 amp chargers on ALL my stuff.
Amazon has them, but LOOK AT THE NUMBERS!
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So how much pull can you place on a typical 2004 electra glide's electric system?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wagan-Trav...em+Description
Here is a 4 usb port 9.6amp system.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wagan-Trav...em+Description
Here is a 4 usb port 9.6amp system.
I couldn't find an online owners manual for your 2005, output would be listed in the specifications if you have a manual. the newer models have a 50 amp stator, i think older models had something that generated between 35 and 40 amps... even at that, i don't think a standard 12 cig plug is going to allow a 9 amp draw ( which the walmart charging station draws ) for too long, it would depend on the fuse for the cig plug, and the gauge of the wiring to it... small gauge wire could over heat. i would probably look at hard wiring something directly to the battery, with appropriate fuse and gauge of wire... you would need to remember to either unplug it when stopping for extended periods, or wire it with a relay to a switched power lead so that it kills power to the charging station when the ignition is in the off position.
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From: Richmond, VA
I ran a two port cig lighter adapter on my '05 Fat Boy and use a three port adapter on my current 2013 Road King. I can charge my cell phone, power my GPS and my wife can use her iPod while wearing heated gloves all at the same time and not even come close to taxing the charging system. I also leave the cell phones and GPS hooked up to the bike to charge over night and have never even had a "slow start" the next morning. If that helps.
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From: Baa Haaba, Maine
Depending on what you need for charging requirements, you may need something a little more heavy duty, as well as take the vibration/abuse motorcycle travel puts on things.
Take a look at it's designed specifically for automotive applications. It's only 500mA, and that might not be enough, or, you can look at
http://www.siig.com/it-products/usb/...r-charger.html It takes a 12v input, so you don't need the wall wart adapter, you can just fab up a 12v input plug easy enough. If you do have AC, you can use the adapter at a campground or motel as well.
Take a look at it's designed specifically for automotive applications. It's only 500mA, and that might not be enough, or, you can look at
http://www.siig.com/it-products/usb/...r-charger.html It takes a 12v input, so you don't need the wall wart adapter, you can just fab up a 12v input plug easy enough. If you do have AC, you can use the adapter at a campground or motel as well.
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From: the woodlands, tx
USB charger
I use the TAPP-HD, see link, mounted in the tour pak, which is set up as detachable. They have a direct to battery style if that is preferred.
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php
Pluged into the AUX switch with a splitter from HD so I can still use other items on the switch.
Then get a USB hub, similar to link below.
http://www.staples.com/Syba-CL-U2MNH...duct_IM1KA3439
Should be good to go at this point.
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php
Pluged into the AUX switch with a splitter from HD so I can still use other items on the switch.
Then get a USB hub, similar to link below.
http://www.staples.com/Syba-CL-U2MNH...duct_IM1KA3439
Should be good to go at this point.
Last edited by old v twin; May 29, 2014 at 06:53 AM.
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From: Virginia, USA
So how much pull can you place on a typical 2004 electra glide's electric system?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wagan-Trav...em+Description
Here is a 4 usb port 9.6amp system.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wagan-Trav...em+Description
Here is a 4 usb port 9.6amp system.
If you don't care for the plug-in, you can cut it off and wire direct, with fuse protection.
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unfortunatly, the camera's and iphone require at least 2.1a each.
most of these devices only put out 1a. or for (4 usb ports Power output: 24W/4.8A (Max)) which is still shared meaning 4 items are only going to get 1.2ea.
OK found the Service Manual's AC output info
AC OUTPUT CHECK
To test AC output, disconnect the regulator
and connect an AC voltmeter across both stator
sockets. Run the engine at 2000 RPM. The AC output
should be as follows.
FLHR, FLHRI, FLHRCI, FLHRS, FLHRSI, FLHT, FLHTC
38 amp (Low Output) ...... 16-20 VAC per 1000 RPM
FLHTI, FLHTCI, FLHTCUI, FLTRI
45 amp (High Output) ..... 19-26 VAC per 1000 RPM
I have the bike wired for a trailer, 4 pin, but it is down via relays and the lighting on the trailer is LED. The only juice I will be pulling besides the charging system would be the passing and regular lamps + radio through headsets.
In the next few days when I have time I am going to run a check on my electrical system to see what is being drawn and what the AC output is. Then this should give me indication of what I can/should do.
most of these devices only put out 1a. or for (4 usb ports Power output: 24W/4.8A (Max)) which is still shared meaning 4 items are only going to get 1.2ea.
OK found the Service Manual's AC output info
AC OUTPUT CHECK
To test AC output, disconnect the regulator
and connect an AC voltmeter across both stator
sockets. Run the engine at 2000 RPM. The AC output
should be as follows.
FLHR, FLHRI, FLHRCI, FLHRS, FLHRSI, FLHT, FLHTC
38 amp (Low Output) ...... 16-20 VAC per 1000 RPM
FLHTI, FLHTCI, FLHTCUI, FLTRI
45 amp (High Output) ..... 19-26 VAC per 1000 RPM
I have the bike wired for a trailer, 4 pin, but it is down via relays and the lighting on the trailer is LED. The only juice I will be pulling besides the charging system would be the passing and regular lamps + radio through headsets.
In the next few days when I have time I am going to run a check on my electrical system to see what is being drawn and what the AC output is. Then this should give me indication of what I can/should do.
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From: Kentucky
I use the TAPP-HD, see link, mounted in the tour pak, which is set up as detachable. They have a direct to battery style if that is preferred.
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php
Pluged into the AUX switch with a splitter from HD so I can still use other items on the switch.
Then get a USB hub, similar to link below.
http://www.staples.com/Syba-CL-U2MNH...duct_IM1KA3439
Should be good to go at this point.
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php
Pluged into the AUX switch with a splitter from HD so I can still use other items on the switch.
Then get a USB hub, similar to link below.
http://www.staples.com/Syba-CL-U2MNH...duct_IM1KA3439
Should be good to go at this point.
I use the tapp as well. A little pricey but works very well. You can hook it direct to battery without worry of slow battery drain. They have have excellent power cables too.