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03-31-2010, 09:15 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Tennessee
Posts: 3
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Cigarette lighters on touring models....
I probably know the answer before asking, but here goes. Has anyone used the cigarette lighter plug as a power port for cell phone chargers? (actually I read the owner's manual and it obviously suggests not to), but I figure the charger would tax the system less than the lighter.
Does anyone use it as a power port?
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03-31-2010, 09:27 AM
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On a ride
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Rockies
Posts: 4,999
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I haven't tried it but have read reports from others how they used the lighter plug for all sorts of gadgets without any problems. I've heard to look for any clearance issues between the handlebars and gadget charger/plug. Otherwise I think you'd be good to go.
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03-31-2010, 10:16 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Long Island, NY
Posts: 296
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Sure, just like a car, use it for GPS, cell phone charging, MP3 players, etc.
Amperage draw on these things are small.
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03-31-2010, 11:26 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 26
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yes I use it for my gps and have used it for phone as well. but the clearence problem mentioned is real, I have a mark on my tank to prove it.
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03-31-2010, 11:37 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Long Island, NY
Posts: 296
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Guess it depends on the plug itself and model bike. I have no issues with my Road Glide. Fairing doesn't move.
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03-31-2010, 04:11 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Nova Scotia Canada
Posts: 135
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I saw on an aftermarket site (can't remember which one) you can get a 90 degree adapter so your charger doesn't come straight out.
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03-31-2010, 05:51 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 119
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I wanted to use mine (09 Ultra) to power my GPS but it wouldn't work; the lighter socket on our bike is different from a 12v outlet. I purchased the HD accessory outlet and replace the lighter with it (direct replacement) works great.
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04-03-2010, 09:11 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Posts: 200
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HD came out with an accessory adaptor that is designed to be wired into your tour pac for charging cell phone, ipod, etc... Sorry I forget the name/part no. but did see it at the dealer a few weeks ago and they said it was a new accessory.
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04-03-2010, 10:07 PM
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The Northern Redneck
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Alaskafornuckey
Posts: 7,173
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I'm planning on installing a cig. lighter in my tourpak..to charge my cell phone while riding...
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