Mike Huffman sent in the following article and pictures to share with everyone. Thanks Mike.

I read about a turn signal buzzer and agreed that it was a necessity for me because I habitually forget to cancel the signal. I realize this is dangerous because it leaves others not knowing your real intentions. But I have a slight hearing problem. I was concerned that I wouldn’t be able to hear the buzzer, as others also indicated. I decided on an alternative to the turn signal buzzer, an LED indicator.

LED Blinkers Installed

I went to Pep Boys and picked up an LED turn signal indicator arrow, distributed by K-Source, Inc. This is one of their Fit Systems components, part number S880. Pep Boys sells it for less than $10 for the pair. K-Source can be contacted at www.ksource.org or by phone at 310-608-2538.

As I said this is an LED turn signal arrow, similar to the ones you see integrated into high end SUV mirrors. It is shaped like an arrow, about 2” high with the connection coming out at the point of the arrow. This allows the indicator to be positioned at the edge of the mirror so the wire can wrap around behind the mirror, and cannot be seen once the install is finished. The indicator comes with sticky back adhesive and is easily applied simply by removing the protective cover, positioning the indicator and pressing it in place. It only draws 0.05 Amps when on, so there is almost no drain on the battery.

Start by removing the front turn signal. This is accomplished by using a small blade screwdriver to remove the screw cap on the bottom of the mirror/light housing. Simply insert the blade and apply a small pressure and the cap will pop out.

Then with a Phillips screw driver, remove the screw. A small collar will come out with the screw.

Insert the screw driver up into the hole where the screw was removed and apply a slight pressure on the turn signal lamp. The lamp will push out of the opening. The lamp is held in place by the screw on one end and a slight protrusion on the other side which fits into an opening. It is attached by two wires connected to a plug. To separate the plug, you must lift up slightly on the connector tab while pulling apart.

The Green wire is 12 volts and the black wire is ground. Skin about ¼” of the insulation from both wires. A soldering iron can be used for this or, carefully use an exacto knife. Either disconnect the battery, or take care to not allow the two wires to touch.

Route the wires from the indicator behind the mirror and into the opening behind the mirror. Remove the adhesive backing from the indicator and position it where the point is aligned with the edge of the mirror and press in place. Pull the excess wire into the cavity of the turn signal lamp.

Wrap the wires from the LED indicator around the exposed wires. The Red wire from the indicator attaches to the Green wire and the White wire from the indicator attaches to the Black wire. Be careful not to let the 12V and Ground wires touch.

Before going any further, press the connector back together, turn on the ignition and the signal. Both the signal lamp and the indicator should work together. If both work, apply a drop of solder to the connection and/or wrap the connection securely with electrical tape.

Carefully insert the lamp back into the cavity with the connector and excess wiring behind it; there is plenty of room.

Insert the screw and tighten securely. Insert the screw cap by aligning the tab with the slot.

Do the other side in the same manner.

This is an extremely simple procedure recommended for everyone. It takes less than an hour. It adds an element of class and distinction to your scooter. It will make your ride more enjoyable and much safer.

LED Blinker On Mirror

Led Blinking

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It certainly looks like a better solution than the poor man cruise control that I reviewed.

You can generally find the BreakAway cruise control for sale in the accessory section of this site.

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I know some of you new Burgman riders haven’t figured out yet how to take those fasteners off the plastics. I know when I first got mine, it took awhile. He is a short “How To” if you need to.

I just wish I had this back in 2006!

Hope this helps you.

Ride Safe,

The Smyrna Cowboy

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Some of the other types of blinker reminders cover a portion of the mirror and I’d rather retain the use of all my side mirrors and this solution looks like it will overcome that problem.

Here is a great video on how to install this tool in about 15 minutes with not much fuss. BurgmanChad from the BurgmanUSA site and HOGSS did a great job on this video.

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If you want t learn to change your own own on your Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive the this video and this one will be a huge asset to make the job easier.

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