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Wiring the Alarm Unit
Once the panels are removed, you will want to locate a good spot to mount the module. The harder
to see, the better. This will make it much more difficult for a would-be-thief. You will generally
tie strap, screw, or adhere (if adhesive pad is provided) the module to a support brace or stiff, flat
surface. Be sure to mount the unit in a location that is not too close to the engine. As a general rule
we suggest at least 12 inches from the engine. Also, if an adhesive strip is provided with your alarm
system, be sure to prep the surface with rubbing alcohol or degreaser prior to mounting. Next, run
the LED display light, siren, and external antenna, if equipped. Be sure to mount your siren in an
obscure location also. At this time, everything which will be plugged into the unit should be. Begin
by wiring any necessary relays first, if any are necessary. Getting this out of the way now will save
you from a ratʼs nest of wires. After the relays are wired, begin connecting your wires to the proper
locations. You may want to read the article on testing wires polarity before making any connections.
You should always test wires before you make a connection. Connecting the wires can be done in
a number of fashions. You can splice the wires and tape them using electrical tape. You can solder
then tape or heat shrink. You can use t-tap connectors, although we personally do not recommend
them. It is completely your preference, but we suggest soldering connections followed by heat
shrinking. Just be sure the connection is solid and free of any tension.
Congratulations, your bike is now safer!!
Your installation should now be complete. Put the panels back on the vehicle and open your alarm
manual. There should be a section which displays the functions of your alarm system; this is great
for testing your installation. Go through this process thoroughly.
Itʼs virtually impossible to install a motorcycle alarm system without a multi-meter; therefore, if you
plan to do the install, this is a must have. You can purchase a digital multi-meter for about £4.99
from Electronic Hardware e.g. Maplin. (See below for detailed instructions on using a multi-meter).
Using a Multi-meter and Testing Wires
A digital multi-meter is your safeguard when doing a motorcycle alarm. Testing wires before you
make a connection is a sure fire way to make sure you are making a proper connection. Your multi-
meter should have a DC setting with 2 leads, red and black: positive (+) and negative (-).
Testing Wires
When installing any electrical component into a vehicle, you will have 3 polarities which you may
need to test for. There are positive, negative and reverse polarity configurations which you must
know how to test for.
Positive (+)
When testing for a wire which should have a positive polarity, you will need to do as follows. Set
your multi-meter to 12Volts DC. Connect your black lead to chassis ground (-). Next connect your
red lead to the wire which you believe has 12volts. The meter will show 12V if that wire is positive.
The meter will show 0 if it is not.
Negative (-)
When testing for a wire which should be negative (grounded), you will need to do as follows.
Connect the red lead from your meter to 12volts constant (+). Connect the black lead to the wire you
believe is grounded. The meter should show 12V if that wire is grounded. It will show 0 if it is not.
