Just installed the Microtach on my 07' Softail (OK, so it's not my Sportster) and what a simple and easy task it was. I installed it into the datalink plug with the socket I purchased from Batts Racing as I did not want to splice into the harness. It works like a charm and now the tach is easily removable by just unpluging it from the harness. This could not have been easier, my hats off to you Justin.

Thank You
FDNY37

pictures? I would love to see where it connects and how your install went!

I connected to the diagnostic port plug just to the rear of the battery. I ran the wires down the handlebars and under the speedo unit and gas tank bib. From there the wires are now under the seat where the battery is and you just plug it into the empty plug. Here are some photos.

http://xlforum.net/photopost/data/500/Microtach2.jpg
http://xlforum.net/photopost/data/500/Microtach1.jpg
http://xlforum.net/photopost/data/500/Microtach.jpg
http://xlforum.net/photopost/data/500/Microtach3.jpg

Thanks! I wasn't clear on which plug you attached to, but that makes perfect sense now.

Did you have to extend the wires that came with the micro-tach? Or, do the 36" leads reach?

I see one of these in my future.

Yes, I had to extended the wires. A little solder and alittle heat shrink tubing but no big deal. The extension is right under the tank bib for easy access anyway. I was going to make that a plug in connection but it is easy enough to remove it one piece. Like I said very easy install and no splicing into the harness for warranty reasons.

I put mine together, and it worked great. But I worried if I had to remove the assembly I would have to cut and splice the wires again. So I went to Batts Racing and got this and it's mate:

http://webpages.charter.net/andyman58/DTM06-3S.jpg

Its a 3 wire mini connector. Cut the wires and installed the connectors. Now its easy to remove the tach from the bike without ahving to cut and splice. Just a suggestion, maybe Speedway shoud offer these as an option so one could easily remove the unit if they needed to get it out of the way....

Thanks FDNY37 for posting the pictures of the install. You forgot the best part though of the microTach tachometer itself.

wowee1, I will have to take a look at this connector to see if it makes sense. Another option that I am considering is:

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/t-taps.jpg

This splices into the existing wire, but then you connect a standard blade connector to the microTach side.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/2106h-outlined.jpg

Let me know what you think,

Regards,

Justin


I put mine together, and it worked great. But I worried if I had to remove the assembly I would have to cut and splice the wires again. So I went to Batts Racing and got this and it's mate:

http://webpages.charter.net/andyman58/DTM06-3S.jpg

Its a 3 wire mini connector. Cut the wires and installed the connectors. Now its easy to remove the tach from the bike without ahving to cut and splice. Just a suggestion, maybe Speedway shoud offer these as an option so one could easily remove the unit if they needed to get it out of the way....

wowee1, I will have to take a look at this connector to see if it makes sense. Another option that I am considering is:

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/t-taps.jpg

This splices into the existing wire, but then you connect a standard blade connector to the microTach side.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/2106h-outlined.jpg

Let me know what you think,

Regards,

Justin

Justin:

I think that would be Awesome! I like the thought of being able to remove it and put it on another bike, or put it in a different location without cutting wires all the time. Of course it would also be great if you offered the different connector styles (like the one from Batt's) on your website for "one-stop shopping" convenience.

I was also gonna ask before if the pin-out "key" for the connector that fdny37 used is in the H-D service manual, included with the tach, or included with the plug from Batt's Racing? How do you know which wire goes into which position of the plug?

I can't wait to see your BT instructions. My wife will end up with one installed like fdny37's once I get the courage to remove her tank bib and speedo.

langner91,
It is in the service manual. Also, it is on my website in the development blog about 1/2 down page. I need to produce an installation guide for this, I will put it on my todo list. Please let me know if you need any more info.

Thanks,

Justin

Justin:

I think that would be Awesome! I like the thought of being able to remove it and put it on another bike, or put it in a different location without cutting wires all the time. Of course it would also be great if you offered the different connector styles (like the one from Batt's) on your website for "one-stop shopping" convenience.

I was also gonna ask before if the pin-out "key" for the connector that fdny37 used is in the H-D service manual, included with the tach, or included with the plug from Batt's Racing? How do you know which wire goes into which position of the plug?

I can't wait to see your BT instructions. My wife will end up with one installed like fdny37's once I get the courage to remove her tank bib and speedo.

Thanks FDNY37 for posting the pictures of the install. You forgot the best part though of the microTach tachometer itself.

wowee1, I will have to take a look at this connector to see if it makes sense. Another option that I am considering is:

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/t-taps.jpg

This splices into the existing wire, but then you connect a standard blade connector to the microTach side.



Let me know what you think,

Regards,

Justin

these are called scotch locks.....techs that care about quality and dependability call them hack and slap connectors...... they have a tendency to fail and they damage the harness as well. I never use these cuz I have much higher standards than these would allow.

Ww

So what would you use?

these are called scotch locks.....techs that care about quality and dependability call them hack and slap connectors...... they have a tendency to fail and they damage the harness as well. I never use these cuz I have much higher standards than these would allow.

Ww

Thanks FDNY37 for posting the pictures of the install. You forgot the best part though of the microTach tachometer itself.

wowee1, I will have to take a look at this connector to see if it makes sense. Another option that I am considering is:

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/t-taps.jpg

This splices into the existing wire, but then you connect a standard blade connector to the microTach side.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/contents/media/2106h-outlined.jpg

Let me know what you think,

Regards,

Justin


Justin, those would work as well a the suitcase connectors, and are much cheaper than the Deutsch connectors I used, as the connectors with the corresponding pins were $18.00....I liked the Deutsch connectors cause they are water resistant and pretty rugged. Also the connector is a proven design, and they look like the others on the bike, so it doesn't look out of place.
Maybe your pricing would be better than Batts because of the volume though...Also, you could upsell the connectors as an option, just to make installation easier. Just a thought.

Andy,
$18! I am hoping that was both connectors(M & F) and shipping.

I don't have enough volume to get a deal even from Batt's.

I agree, the Deutsch connectors are the best.

Thanks for all the great feedback, and suggestions,

Justin

Justin, those would work as well a the suitcase connectors, and are much cheaper than the Deutsch connectors I used, as the connectors with the corresponding pins were $18.00....I liked the Deutsch connectors cause they are water resistant and pretty rugged. Also the connector is a proven design, and they look like the others on the bike, so it doesn't look out of place.
Maybe your pricing would be better than Batts because of the volume though...Also, you could upsell the connectors as an option, just to make installation easier. Just a thought.

Can the Deutsch plug be used without pins (just push the wire in)? I have the plug, but no pins/crimper.

Thanks,

ZK

You could pinch them with pliers then solder them

Justin

Can the Deutsch plug be used without pins (just push the wire in)? I have the plug, but no pins/crimper.

Thanks,

ZK

You could pinch them with pliers then solder them

Justin


That's the way I did it and it works just fine.