How to install motorcycle LED turn signal Diode Kit
I created this tutorial video to assist fellow bikers in installing an LED turn signal diode kit as some of the older bikes are not compatible with LED indicators. Hopefully this video will help to make the installation process clearer. Please see the wiring diagram in the video for detailed wiring installation. Any questions or comments, feel free to post...
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Can't figure why people would give this a thumbs down? One of the best videos i've watched for this problem. Thanks very much for sharing.
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Your very welcome buddy, thanks for your appreciation 👍
@zero2sixty420
2 жыл бұрын
Well, how about showing HOW to connect it all to the relay, that's what I need and all I got was, " And I connected it to the led relay" 🙄
@charlesevenstad
2 жыл бұрын
Probably because they're too stupid to understand what's happening. Or they're just garbage people who hate everything.
@frazzle657
5 ай бұрын
@@zero2sixty420you'll already have a relay as part of the circuit????
Thank you very much. Just solved the "flashing" of all turn signals at the same time.
Thank you for sharing this! I've been looking for the solution for my 2010 Ninja 250. I've learnt so much about LEDs and resistors trying to find the solution. This will work perfectly 😊
Great video. I’ve just fitted LED indicators to my 2002 Yamaha R6 using your method and same diode and relay kit. All work great. Thank you. 👍🏻😊
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Great, well done pal 👍 enjoy and safe riding 😊
Thank you for a simple laid out video, you have just helped me solve the indicator issue with my bike
Loved it. I like diagrams but not that over complicated bs. Once you showed that, got it easily. Made it real simple👍🏼🤘🏼
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks pal, I appreciate the feedback and glad you found it helpful 👍
Thanks for posting this video. You have just solved my problem of hazard flashing indicators. Nice bike aswell mate. Safe riding.
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Greg, pleased the video helped you out. 😊
Awesome bike 👌 🏍️ and great how-to video. Thank you!
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Your welcome buddy, I’m pleased the video helped you 👍
Your video helped me out! I didn’t install a diode but just took the bulb out of the indicator, went to flashing correctly! I don’t need that little indicator anyway! Lol, I’ll probably install a diode kit in the future to make the indicator work again... but for now I have working turn signals again! I didn’t know that about the turn signal circuit that the indicator is load bearing. I appreciate the knowledge and the video!
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, glad the video helped you. Here in the UK it’s an MOT failure if the indicator dash bulb is not working. Fitting the diode kit is an easy option if you can access the wiring. Cheers
your how to is great, have seen other instructions that weren't as easy to follow, cheers
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Terry and also to everyone else who has shown their appreciation of the video. I'm glad it helped you. 👍🏍️
Thank you pal. I to have a thunderace and this has help me loads
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Your welcome mate, glad the video helped you out 👍
Thanks. Melhor vídeo com guia para instalação das setas. Valeu.
The answer to my problem thank you so much !
I need to do this install on my 2012 shadow phantom. Will this diode kit interfere with the front day time running lights?
Installed this on my 1991 Honda Nighthawk. My turn signal indicator is always illuminated, even when not signaling. Also it does not flash when signaling. Any ideas??
I totally agree, this is the best video i have found regarding this, so thx a lot m8 and thumbs up🙂
This is great. Did my DRZ400 and it worked well. But it appears to be draining my battery. Also can someone please explain how it works.
Hi where did you get the led indicators they look very similar to the ones I’d need for the front of my own bike
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I found them on EBAY . Copy or click the below link or type the words below in ebay. 2X 9 LED UNIVERSAL MOTORCYCLE MOTORBIKE TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS AMBER LIGHT LAMP www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2X-9-LED-UNIVERSAL-MOTORCYCLE-MOTORBIKE-TURN-SIGNAL-INDICATORS-AMBER-LIGHT-LAMP/392200515448?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item5b50f8ef78:g:u-0AAOSwOaBbRyi8&enc=AQAEAAACgBPxNw%2BVj6nta7CKEs3N0qVxEwg3wkAjGbxdN7eiHmUWZHeHeHre6rriWnwJM%2BKS9nOfZxOiht53%2FOdEBdf2yG%2B8jHeW4xbgkc8RllKJAOMrxabwWo0RLfLGL33d798ITTEuydi5fUCBzrG1MQzRsRF%2B8iXBrRZh8gktYIQzjNxJVMYFKIQGaxT3wJcS9F3mk3c1KPF2L%2FBpdb2RROYhipkYH4WQK3TKKU%2FAa5VpoU3GBss%2FjLmmyUJ20xNk8vYLrE1FQAouavmlVwDmmbmm9m60y1fYLJg74WSuJ7WhyKbtRM%2B3QM%2FW4o2ogQHnQb0V8AskrIKINQtgcP33DEIbDa0AIcTXIeOMP2KN1Xg5%2FiJcc8%2FLST9%2F%2BsGRENF%2BZBlLBSz0PYbXUuPGz5Kd9oDzlt7Lex6Bfsx8py4moyKU3LIguNxXPuj%2FRyUSi0%2F%2F7bEmJb2eQPoM6XF6vjX0xkrSr8R7QzkXhz9%2FDeX9lLzI2YX320dumjfV42ixwaqSMn9QEfTrvD8IpRfLPGMxhWMGCqb4KD4%2FnuI%2Fh33cZTEkxmoDo5FwGRae3mD69cDMynVK8J1A36BqTTVQhMi0agQxL8Pk0%2Fp1J7TbJplqYXLbBNP9iBHJfLi9iVim3gM46u41nKYMRpB4TBebfdrfN55GUvlYcWYgTv5hXmuKefatjT6FChlbaV5OgCDzsuPwSkger4Z0ozFrePgZBpDYUpLGGkR7mBmwPSIz40L2vcl4pekYlXhe8juBGXqDZa6YVXng1BqZbS%2F0GAzov9N1uyU%2Bq%2FYsjBCxo1gGKFr4tJ3lU8ejuftm3rtS7DuX%2F%2B2HaTeFEN7xeJXgaBoSGaD0UHzNPnw%3D&checksum=3922005154488a32243825de4195b586a1dc65dd1a36 Cheers Brett
Wish I'd watched this earlier. I fitted sequential LED's to my 99' Thunderace and had the same problem. I worked around it by replacing the bulb with a pair of LEDs plus a resistor added to a separate earth. Worked well enough. Just having trouble with the timing of the flash now. BTW what brand are the sliders on your bike?
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Update your flasher relay and you'll be good to go pal. Sliders came with the bike, unbranded.
@brettdakin3305
3 жыл бұрын
@@Brettpmb Yeah, fitted when I changed to LED's so I can adjust the flash rate. I have set it to the best I can, too fast and the blink only lights a couple of leds, too slow and pause between the "blinks" is ridiculous. kzread.info/dron/sajkQX_uxOs-J0q9z4VT9Q.htmlvideos
Cracking video pal.....are those indicators specific for the thunderace?? If so have you got a link for the website as I need some for zx6r and Fazer ...cheers bud
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi bud, thanks for the compliment. The indicators are not specific to the Ace so should fit whatever bike. Here's the link to Ebay where I bought them. Good price too! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2X-9-LED-UNIVERSAL-MOTORCYCLE-MOTORBIKE-TURN-SIGNAL-INDICATORS-AMBER-LIGHT-LAMP/392200515448?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item5b50f8ef78:g:u-0AAOSwOaBbRyi8&enc=AQAEAAACgBPxNw%2BVj6nta7CKEs3N0qVxEwg3wkAjGbxdN7eiHmUWZHeHeHre6rriWnwJM%2BKS9nOfZxOiht53%2FOdEBdf2yG%2B8jHeW4xbgkc8RllKJAOMrxabwWo0RLfLGL33d798ITTEuydi5fUCBzrG1MQzRsRF%2B8iXBrRZh8gktYIQzjNxJVMYFKIQGaxT3wJcS9F3mk3c1KPF2L%2FBpdb2RROYhipkYH4WQK3TKKU%2FAa5VpoU3GBss%2FjLmmyUJ20xNk8vYLrE1FQAouavmlVwDmmbmm9m60y1fYLJg74WSuJ7WhyKbtRM%2B3QM%2FW4o2ogQHnQb0V8AskrIKINQtgcP33DEIbDa0AIcTXIeOMP2KN1Xg5%2FiJcc8%2FLST9%2F%2BsGRENF%2BZBlLBSz0PYbXUuPGz5Kd9oDzlt7Lex6Bfsx8py4moyKU3LIguNxXPuj%2FRyUSi0%2F%2F7bEmJb2eQPoM6XF6vjX0xkrSr8R7QzkXhz9%2FDeX9lLzI2YX320dumjfV42ixwaqSMn9QEfTrvD8IpRfLPGMxhWMGCqb4KD4%2FnuI%2Fh33cZTEkxmoDo5FwGRae3mD69cDMynVK8J1A36BqTTVQhMi0agQxL8Pk0%2Fp1J7TbJplqYXLbBNP9iBHJfLi9iVim3gM46u41nKYMRpB4TBebfdrfN55GUvlYcWYgTv5hXmuKefatjT6FChlbaV5OgCDzsuPwSkger4Z0ozFrePgZBpDYUpLGGkR7mBmwPSIz40L2vcl4pekYlXhe8juBGXqDZa6YVXng1BqZbS%2F0GAzov9N1uyU%2Bq%2FYsjBCxo1gGKFr4tJ3lU8ejuftm3rtS7DuX%2F%2B2HaTeFEN7xeJXgaBoSGaD0UHzNPnw%3D&checksum=3922005154488a32243825de4195b586a1dc65dd1a36
i hooked up some leds but only have a single dash light replaced the flasher took out the normal dash bulb stopped them all flashing put in a led bulb in dash but will only work one way depending on the way u put it in.Is there a dash led bulb that works both ways like the normal one use too.i dont have canceling blinkers and left it on and nearly got dead .can i get some advise cheers and thanks from australia
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, you need to install a diode kit to rectify the problem
Can you help me with something similar. My headlight dash bulb doesnt come on... Ive upgraded my headlight to led but even when i put the old one on theres no bulb.
My only concern is the bulb doesnt light up at all, should i expect it to once ive installed the diodes?
loom equals harness?
good vid
Nice video, so im guessing i only have to install this kit on one side to fix my all flashing led indicator problem ?
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes that’s right. The two wires you cut in to will solve the problem all around.
thanks bro
Does it matter what wire from the turn signal dash bulb goes to ground and which one gets connected to the diode?
@Brettpmb
5 жыл бұрын
No, it doesn’t matter which wire you use for the ground or diode
can i ask a question.is it ok if i remove the bulb from the dashboard and i dont put it back??just to let my turn signal working??i cant find or buy diode kit here in ph.thankyou
@Brettpmb
5 жыл бұрын
Hi you can do but in the UK it’s an MOT failure if the bulb is taken out so check this with your MOT tester first. Try this link for the diode kit. Brett rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F292469692588
Hi, thanks! Yes but my question is, can i wire it to the negative or to ground? Is the same? Because connectes to the negative of the battery doesnt work... thanks again
@Brettpmb
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, try using the bike frame instead. Strictly speaking the negative terminal is not always a solid ground point, although it may be connected to ground.
@sancochito75
5 жыл бұрын
I got two diodes facing the same direction Wth the gates of the diodes facing the relay ( both to one side of the relay) and the other coming out f the relay to anywhere in the frame. Good luck.
Good video pal. I just wanted to know that to which indicator I have to install this diode kit? Is it a specific indicator or anyone? Please reply...
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Hi bud, I didn’t specifically fit the diode kit to any single indicator. I fitted it to the two wires that go to the dash turn signal warning bulb. Go to the dash bulb and trace the two wires back to where you can install the diode kit near the bike frame to make a ground for one of the wires.
Thank you for the video. I have a question. Did you make the diode kit? I so. Can you provide a how to video, or a schematic diagram of how the diodes are connected. Thanks again.
@Brettpmb
5 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome to the video. In answer to your question, no I didn't make the diode kit as I found it easier to buy one off the internet. Also, unfortunately, I don't have a schematic diagram, but if you study the diagram image in the video, this shows in detail how the diode kit is connected to the wiring loom. There is also some text in the video which should help to explain how the kit is connected. Sorry I cant be of any more help. Cheers Brett
@albertjulve8686
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the video, I am having the same problem. Just a question. The ground wire has to go to bike metal frame or it can go to negative battery cable? I can’t make it work... Thanks!
@Brettpmb
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes that’s correct. The ground wire must be one of the cut wires coming from the dash bulb and ‘not one of the cut wire going to the loom’.
@chel7021
5 жыл бұрын
AJ STUDIO hello sir do u have the link site were u buy the led diode kit please share to us..thanks
how do you fasten the ground wire to the frame?
@cliveswabs9365
Жыл бұрын
No more nails
Does the ground go to the bulb or the wire loom?
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
The ground goes to the bike frame, see diagram.
what number of diode?
I don't think that you need to install a new flasher relay if you are using a diode it should work with your stock flasher relay. Did you not have one before?
@Brettpmb
2 жыл бұрын
Original flash relay is too fast
I own a Thuderace and having the same problems. As I understand it's the brown wire as shown @2:24 which is the ground ?
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I did use the brown wire but you can use either of the two wires
@alanb5690
3 жыл бұрын
@@Brettpmb Thank you :)
Do you have an email address where I can send photos of my diode set up which is not working?
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, sure. Reply with your email on here and I’ll email you back with mine. Not sure if I can help though but I’ll try.
@bdub6942
4 жыл бұрын
Solihull Bathrooms Thanks a lot but I was able to get it right 🥳
When we ground the ground wire can’t we attached the ground wire from diode kit to another ground wire
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
Yes that should be fine mate.
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
There’s a link on the comment below to buy the indicators bud. They are flush with the fairing and cover the hole completely.
@delvinmartinda7852
4 жыл бұрын
Solihull Bathrooms oh thank you sm
@delvinmartinda7852
4 жыл бұрын
Solihull Bathrooms oh they don’t sit over the hole they sit right inside the hole, and are they sturdy I see the screw on thing is plastic and you think it’s can brake and snap easily?
@Brettpmb
4 жыл бұрын
@@delvinmartinda7852 They do sit over the hole and bolt up from the inside fairing. To be honest they are a very good lense for the money. For the price, maybe buy two pairs. I've been using mine for 18 months and no probs at all bud. They are strong.
Where’s your running lights
Is there a professional video on KZread for this, because I'm mechanically inclined but I'm a lousy electrician. I need a production cameraman so that I don't fuck nothing up LOL
You should have bought a Honda.... simples, just change out the flasher relay, no faffing bout with "diode" stuff (which I think is completely unneccessary, even on Yamaha)... I was doing this type of mod 20yrs back - just the flasher unit. Then if you're cheap, as many limeys are, you can spend alot more effort and shunt the LED indicators with a 5ohm/10W resistor and keep the original relay (bimetal/thermostatic relay).... but for £10 just change to an electronic relay - the instrument panel will be fine. Took less than 3 minutes to swap mine out.... and no faffing with "diodes" or resistors. Th reason the LED indicators will flash too fast when using the normal relay is because the LEDs are a much higher resistance then a regular filament bulb (and if ever you try and do a continuity test on an incandescent bulb (not blown!), you'll find virtually zero resistance.) The bimetal contacts are designed to heat toa point then release contact. KZread it.
Will this work in any bike ?
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
I've not tried fitting this to any other bike but i don't see why it wouldn't work with all the older bikes which are not LED compatible. Few comments on here say they fitted it to other models of Yamaha etc
@subhasishdutta4515
3 жыл бұрын
@@Brettpmb so the connection is to be made in the wires coming out from dash board indicator bulb where the both side indicators hot line meet ? right
@Brettpmb
3 жыл бұрын
@@subhasishdutta4515 yes
@subhasishdutta4515
3 жыл бұрын
@@Brettpmb thanx a lot .✌️
@subhasishdutta4515
3 жыл бұрын
@@Brettpmb need to ask one more thing . Can we use hazard flasher after making this connection ?
Come on dude. “Remove the upper fairing” video cuts to it removed. Why not show us how to remove that?? We have to find another video on how to remove that then come back to yours? Come on…….
Ive got 4 led indicators that come on all at the same time aswell .but my problem is that these specific indicators actually have a built in tiny flasher relay each so i wont need the bikes own relay