Kuryakyn 5498 Installation Manual - page 2
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NOTE:
This Load equalizer will compensate for front and rear L.E.D. turn signals. All Küryakyn
or other load equalizers will need to be removed.
NOTE:
When using the four-way flashers are activated, this load equalizer will automatically
switch to bypass mode. The signals will flash normally, however the “key” indicator
light will illuminate on motorcycles with the factory security system. This indicator light
will reset when the four-way flashers and ignition switch are turned off.
NOTE:
Abnormally prolonged activation of a turn signal under extremely high outside
temperatures may cause this load equalizer to switch to bypass mode. If this happens,
the alarm “key” indicator may light and/or the turn signals may flash rapidly. Turning
the signal off and allowing the load equalizer to cool, will restore normal turn signal
operation the next time the signal is used. The “key” indicator light will reset the next
time the ignition switch is turned off.
NOTE:
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON CAN BUS EQUIPPED MOTORCYCLES. NO
LOAD EQUALIZER IS NEEDED ON CAN BUS SYSTEMS WHEN USING A REAR RUN-TURN-
BRAKE CONTROLLER OR L.E.D. TURN SIGNAL CONVERSIONS. If the turn signals flash
rapidly on Can Bus systems, you may need to synchronize the turn signal system. Do
this by starting the motorcycle and turning one turn signal on for 5 flashes. Turn that
signal off and turn on the other signal for 5 flashes. Turn the motorcycle off. Start the
motorcycle and verify the signals flash at the correct rate.
INTRODUCTION:
Turn signal control modules and flasher units require a predetermined amount of load (resistance) in order
to function properly. Often times, when L.E.D. or small incandescent bulbs are used in place of stock turn
signals, the reduction in resistance is enough to render the turn signal control module or flasher unit
inoperative. The purpose of a load equalizer is to add back some of this lost resistance so the turn signal
control module or flasher does not notice that the stock signals are no longer in place.
Always install the load equalizer upstream of any existing multifunction
control modules. Do not install a load equalizer between a module and the
turn signals as this will overload the load equalizer. Overloading will
damage the load equalizer and may create a fire hazard!
Küryakyn recommends the use of dielectric grease on electrical connections.
PROCEDURE A:
Follow this procedure if either of the following statements are true and the turn signals flash erratically:
• The only modification to the bike is that the stock signals have been replaced with low-draw turn signals.
• The bike has had the stock turn signals replaced with low-draw turn signals and/or is equipped with a
multifunction control module manufactured by someone other than Küryakyn.
INSTALLATION:
NOTE:
If the bike is not equipped with a Kuryakyn Panacea Taillight System or Kuryakyn
Run-Turn-Brake
Controller
and you do not wish to splice into bike’s wiring, Kuryakyn
offers plug-in Load Equalizer Adapters (P/N 4837, or P/N 5499, sold separately)
that fit most ’96-later H-D models. These adapters plug into the stock wiring harness
under the seat or behind the side cover (ensure that these are being connected
upstream from any multi-function controller) and provide connectors that will accept
the load equalizer. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO CAN BUS EQUIPPED MOTORCYCLES.
If the bike is not equipped with a Küryakyn controller of any sort, locate the left and right turn power wires
and a ground wire (upstream from any multi-function controller) on the bike’s wiring harness. Use a
test light or wiring schematic for your model. Typically, easiest access is beneath the seat or behind a side
cover. Cut off the connector of the load equalizer and using the included Scotch Locks, connect one violet
wire from the load equalizer to the bikes’ right turn power wire and the other violet wire from the load
equalizer to the bike’s left turn power wire. Connect the black wire from the load equalizer to the ground
wire. FIG 1
SELF-REGULATING LOAD EQUALIZER
INSTALLATION
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