As always, I love your video's. Especially your "how to" vids. Just want to point out where you depict the left and right harnesses (7:00 min mark) you have them labeled backwards. Complete opposite of the included Fuse box instructions.
Chris, I'm looking at the instruction sheets for the Show Chrome's isolation fuse block (#52-942) with supplied right side and left side connectors. Their figure #5 clearly illustrates the wire for the right side as blue and yellow and the left side as red, orange and brown. This is completely opposite from your video at the 6:59 mark. Please explain.
If you watch the video carefully you’ll see that Cruiseman does install the sub-harnesses on the correct sides of the bike which agree with Show Chrome’s installation instructions. Somehow he managed to reverse them when pictured in the video.
@@dogbone1358 I contacted Cruiseman a week ago via his forum and he agreed with me. He also said Big Bike Parts reviewed the video prior to posting and they too missed the error. He said he would correct it and obviously it has been corrected. Thank you for your mention.
The Dude Not sure I agree it’s been corrected. When Cruiseman is connecting the sub-harnesses they’re each on the correct sides. But when the video gets to the shot showing the two sub-harnesses together, side by side, they are labeled incorrectly. At least that’s how I see it.
On my 2019 Goldwing DCT, the blue/yellow wire on right, brown-red-orange on the left. Please show newbies how to connect blue wire connectors - I used those and took a bit to find a source (eventually found a landscaping light CZcams video on how to connect). Otherwise, an awesome instructional video! Thank you!
I ordered the one like you installed in your first video where you tapped into the wiring. This one is more convenient. I emailed Big Bike a few weeks ago they said they would be selling the harness separately later.
The harness is well worth it. I did not really like tapping into my wires. If you remove the old taps, use some Liquid Tape to seal the holes in the wires.
Great video. I got one and installed it specifically for a brake light to replace the rear reflector. I also discovered a DO NOT device. I installed a J&M CBLU-GL1833 wired adapter, gives you wired headset connectors. I used the power ports and the switched power port positive terminal. Everything looked great until I keyed up the CB. It streetched and howled on everyone's CB on the same channel I was transmitting. I am not saying that I would not like to do that some times but 99% of the time I want them to hear a clear voice. Bottom line: install the J&M CBLU-GL1833 exactly the way J&M says.
@@drilsgt1971 Hey Josh! I know it's been a few months, just wanted to check in to see if you had ordered this. If not, give Travis a call at 715-234-3336 to place an order and I'll make sure to get you the 10% off if you were still interested.
I'm a little upset. I installed the fuse block today, only to find out that it's for a 5-pin wire harness. You don't have brake lights, if your trailer has a 4-pin flat system. Funny thing is that Show Chrome sells a 5-pin to 4-pin adapter for another $43.00. It looks like I either buy the adapter. or re-wire my trailer to 5 wires. I may just rewire the trailer, just so Show Chrome or Big Bike Parts doesn't get any more money from me.
after this installation can you then use the KISAN ELECTRONICS Brake Light Flashing Deceleration Warning for Goldwing 2018 and newer models. USA & Canada legal.
Watched this dude's video for the Show Chrome and lost it b4 I got his name but found you bcuz he mentioned your name. Got one for 1981 Goldwing? Thanks!
So how would you connect the Sub Harness from the Isolation fuse block with the Sub Harness from the Universal Trailer Isolator from Rivco? Or are you just using one sub harness? Could you do video showing how you will have your wiring connected?
I put both harnesses in line, one behind the other. But, truthfully, you don't really need the Rivco isolator. I am going to investigate making all of my trailer connections to the Show Chrome isolator.
@@cruisemansgarage Thank you for responding. That would be very interesting to see how you do that once you figure it out. Again thanks for the response.
The instructional graphic displayed at 6:57 is backwards. I know others have mentioned but who knows what some people may or may not read, so posted a comment again just in case.
Nice tutorial but for me the left and right harnesses that came with the fuse box were reversed from what you showed in the video. The harness with the Blue and Yellow wires had to go to the right of the motorcycle and the harness with the orange, brown and red wires went on the left
I would also have to agree with this. I didn't read instructions since the video is so complete, and then followed the labeling on the video, which was reversed. I checked everything with a 12 volt tester after it was wired up and left blinker was right, and right blinker was left. dang. Hope I didn't cut the wires to short so I can reverse them w/o any problems.... Why read the manual when someone who you trust is showing you how to do it..... Anyway, great video other than that. Should I remember that Left is Right, and Right is Left, or just correct the problem right now..... Going to correct it. Interesting to note, that the Keyed 12v signal on the can bus must be on either connector, Left or Right. the key signal worked when I tested it and the blinkers were reversed, so I am assuming that when I switch the connectors to the other side the keyed 12v power is also going to work. Since I have made some edits to my comment, maybe Crusiseman can edit the video and correct the misinformation about wiring up this product. I watched his recent video on Jan 20, 2023 about replacing a dead battery, and he isn't even using this accessory on the white bike. Anyway, a correction to the video showing the correct wiring of the harnesses would be appreciated.
Chris, please confirm two things for me: 1. If using the Trailblazer modulators, did you plug the isolator fuse block harness in closet to the rear of the bike, then into the Trailblazer, and then the Trailblazer into the bike harness closet to the gas tank? Or vice versa? 2. When using the butt connectors, did you clip off the small rubber ends of the loose wires coming from the isolator fuse block's harnesses? Thank you for your time.
Question: In later videos, you hook up all your accessory wiring to a Pathfinder Power Accessory Hub. Why did you switch from the Showchrome Isolation Fuse Block to the Pathfinder Hub?
In part, simply because PathfinderLED asked me to make a video for their new product. However, once I installed it, I could see that by being digital and weather sealed, it did have advantages over the Show Chrome. But, both units are very good and do essentially the same thing.
@@cruisemansgarage Honest answer, I appreciate it. Looking at the two, the Pathfinder does have the weatherproof in the bag. Unfortunately for me, based on this video, I just purchased the Showchrome.
@@stevenwhitaker5477 Steven, you will get many years of reliable service out of the ShowChrome unit. Weatherproof is nice, but more important on an adventure bike (riding through rivers or deep water) than on a touring bike.
@@michaelboater3545 boss I couldn't tell you. I have a 2008 goldwing and my wiring harness is not setup for plug and play like the videos I watched, so I took mine to a shop. The wiring was a nightmare
Thank you Cruiseman! At least for me, you’ve taken the mystery out of the installation of this accessory. I’ve had this for awhile but was clueless on how to wire it to the bike. Now I feel comfortable being able to proceed. Still don’t understand how to actually wire a lighting accessory to the fuse block. Don’t know why there are + positive and - negative terminals in the fuse block for the brake, running, left and right turn signals? Which terminal to use? More specifically, how do I connect the GT Tour Cowl Lights to the fuse block? Hope you can do a video on it too.
Missed his name, but if you scout for Show Chrome accessory install you should be able to find the guy. He's Black and a very good instructor but that's all I know. Keep on rockin'.. and PEACE in Jesus.
@@dubblyewjay1133 Works fine. Follow instructions. You Tube Videos will help. I ended up using crimp connectors along with smaller gauge wires to fit into the black box.
Thanks! also for this video, from Holland. Very educational! I own the Hawkseye Blue GoldWing 2019 for 4 weeks now and I love 'm! I saw that the red and green wires go directly to the battery; but what can the yellow wire be connected to? Greetings and thanks in advance! for answer
I have this block on order now. I also have several light accessories on order, including (sequential trunk brake/turn signal mounted on trunk) and I think a few are plug and play into the same connectors you used in this video. Any suggestions?
Cruseman I see you have reviewed show chrome and pathfinder and there are other from electrical connection and kuryakyn. I’m installing the Rivco hitch and you installed the rivco trailer harness . In your opinion which wiring and isolation are the better ones?
I installed this on my 2020 dct and following the wires colours like for like when I wired my trailer plug 5 wire with an auxiliary for charging etc I could only get it to work with the stop and right signal reversed this is on a UK bike have u come across this problem before ? The charging for the aux I have wired from the ignition on circuit.
Hi Cruiseman, I heard you mention that you never had problems with moisture in the fuse block. I just finished my install with some new lighting. Where do place the Wago connectors? By the way I had problems with the supplied taps, the Wago connectors saved me hours of problems.
I am in the process of completely re-wiring all of my connectors, and a video will be coming soon. Basically, I am running the WAGO connectors so that I can access them WITHOUT having to remove the seat. So, I am trying to get all of them hidden under the side covers. Once I get all of this completed I will make a video showing how I did it.
Clay, I will forward this to my contact at BigBikeParts. I figured they might be on backorder, and they may just be getting the code setup. I will see to it you get the discount.
Clay, I got a response back from Big Bike Parts this morning: "We have to get the promo code entered into our system here. I have an email out as of last night to get that completed. We expect these to be back in stock around April 20th our first production run sold out within 48 hours of releasing the product."
Hey Clay! Have you ordered one of these yet? I know it's been a few months but we do have them in stock. Call Travis at 715-234-3336 if you were still interested and I'll make sure to get you that 10% still.
Chris, I connected mine as shown. I connected the Trailblazer modulators between the fuse block and the bike's wiring. The rear lights work fine, and they modulate. I then installed an Admore Lighting light bar. When I connect its red wire to the 12V Key On + terminal, the light does not activate. I then touched it to the positive terminal of the battery, and it works fine. What am I doing wrong?
@@cruisemansgarage after much discussion with a very nice rep at Big Bike Parts, it may be that the isolator fuse block is bad. I have returned it and ordered a new one.
Has anyone installed this fuse block in this position and notice the seat has a molded stansion the pushes down on it? This position shown at 2:40 is directly under that tall molded stansion of the seat base.
I just installed this fuse block Dec 2023 and found the same thing. The molded stanchion under the left side of the seat bottom pushes directly into the block. Both the video and the instructions say to put it there. A lot of wasted time following instructions. Now I have to take it all apart and put the block elsewhere.
Thank you, Chris, for this NEW version of the isolation fuse block installation. :) dan in sonora, california
As always, I love your video's. Especially your "how to" vids. Just want to point out where you depict the left and right harnesses (7:00 min mark) you have them labeled backwards. Complete opposite of the included Fuse box instructions.
Chris, I'm looking at the instruction sheets for the Show Chrome's isolation fuse block (#52-942) with supplied right side and left side connectors. Their figure #5 clearly illustrates the wire for the right side as blue and yellow and the left side as red, orange and brown. This is completely opposite from your video at the 6:59 mark. Please explain.
@Cruiseman's Garage I noticed this as well. Time for a change
If you watch the video carefully you’ll see that Cruiseman does install the sub-harnesses on the correct sides of the bike which agree with Show Chrome’s installation instructions. Somehow he managed to reverse them when pictured in the video.
@@dogbone1358 I contacted Cruiseman a week ago via his forum and he agreed with me. He also said Big Bike Parts reviewed the video prior to posting and they too missed the error. He said he would correct it and obviously it has been corrected.
Thank you for your mention.
The Dude Not sure I agree it’s been corrected. When Cruiseman is connecting the sub-harnesses they’re each on the correct sides. But when the video gets to the shot showing the two sub-harnesses together, side by side, they are labeled incorrectly. At least that’s how I see it.
@@lance3613 It has not been corrected. He installs it correctly, but the instructional graphic displayed at 6:57 is still backward.
Great video. I personally prefer using a ring terminal since if it comes loose it won't fall off so I would go thru the extra effort to mount it.
On my 2019 Goldwing DCT, the blue/yellow wire on right, brown-red-orange on the left. Please show newbies how to connect blue wire connectors - I used those and took a bit to find a source (eventually found a landscaping light CZcams video on how to connect). Otherwise, an awesome instructional video! Thank you!
I ordered the one like you installed in your first video where you tapped into the wiring. This one is more convenient. I emailed Big Bike a few weeks ago they said they would be selling the harness separately later.
The harness is well worth it. I did not really like tapping into my wires. If you remove the old taps, use some Liquid Tape to seal the holes in the wires.
Where is that video
Great video. I got one and installed it specifically for a brake light to replace the rear reflector. I also discovered a DO NOT device. I installed a J&M CBLU-GL1833 wired adapter, gives you wired headset connectors. I used the power ports and the switched power port positive terminal. Everything looked great until I keyed up the CB. It streetched and howled on everyone's CB on the same channel I was transmitting. I am not saying that I would not like to do that some times but 99% of the time I want them to hear a clear voice. Bottom line: install the J&M CBLU-GL1833 exactly the way J&M says.
Another great video. I definitely need to purchase this fuse block and order my add ons prior to my south and north of USA trip this summer.
Remember to use the promo code!
Too bad this product is on pre order. I call big bike parts and they said about 45 days till they get more.
@@drilsgt1971 Hey Josh! I know it's been a few months, just wanted to check in to see if you had ordered this. If not, give Travis a call at 715-234-3336 to place an order and I'll make sure to get you the 10% off if you were still interested.
I'm a little upset. I installed the fuse block today, only to find out that it's for a 5-pin wire harness. You don't have brake lights, if your trailer has a 4-pin flat system. Funny thing is that Show Chrome sells a 5-pin to 4-pin adapter for another $43.00. It looks like I either buy the adapter. or re-wire my trailer to 5 wires. I may just rewire the trailer, just so Show Chrome or Big Bike Parts doesn't get any more money from me.
Chris, where do you connect the yellow KEYED wire. The instructions do not say
after this installation can you then use the KISAN ELECTRONICS Brake Light Flashing Deceleration Warning for Goldwing 2018 and newer models. USA & Canada legal.
Watched this dude's video for the Show Chrome and lost it b4 I got his name but found you bcuz he mentioned your name. Got one for 1981 Goldwing?
Thanks!
So how would you connect the Sub Harness from the Isolation fuse block with the Sub Harness from the Universal Trailer Isolator from Rivco? Or are you just using one sub harness? Could you do video showing how you will have your wiring connected?
I put both harnesses in line, one behind the other. But, truthfully, you don't really need the Rivco isolator. I am going to investigate making all of my trailer connections to the Show Chrome isolator.
@@cruisemansgarage Thank you for responding. That would be very interesting to see how you do that once you figure it out. Again thanks for the response.
Do I need to have the isolation fuse box to connect my saddlebag lights and fork lights or can I use the Y connectors
The instructional graphic displayed at 6:57 is backwards. I know others have mentioned but who knows what some people may or may not read, so posted a comment again just in case.
May I ask an unrelated question, on the 2018 DCT Goldwing how are the 4 audio speakers protected from water from rain or bike washing
They are waterproof. Like marine speakers.
Can this be used on an older Goldwing, 2008 model? Or it’s best used on 2018+ models?
Fantastic installation video
Glad you enjoyed it
Nice tutorial but for me the left and right harnesses that came with the fuse box were reversed from what you showed in the video. The harness with the Blue and Yellow wires had to go to the right of the motorcycle and the harness with the orange, brown and red wires went on the left
I would also have to agree with this. I didn't read instructions since the video is so complete, and then followed the labeling on the video, which was reversed. I checked everything with a 12 volt tester after it was wired up and left blinker was right, and right blinker was left. dang. Hope I didn't cut the wires to short so I can reverse them w/o any problems.... Why read the manual when someone who you trust is showing you how to do it..... Anyway, great video other than that. Should I remember that Left is Right, and Right is Left, or just correct the problem right now..... Going to correct it. Interesting to note, that the Keyed 12v signal on the can bus must be on either connector, Left or Right. the key signal worked when I tested it and the blinkers were reversed, so I am assuming that when I switch the connectors to the other side the keyed 12v power is also going to work. Since I have made some edits to my comment, maybe Crusiseman can edit the video and correct the misinformation about wiring up this product. I watched his recent video on Jan 20, 2023 about replacing a dead battery, and he isn't even using this accessory on the white bike. Anyway, a correction to the video showing the correct wiring of the harnesses would be appreciated.
Very nicely done. Very clear and methodical. Also, that Vice Grip wire stripper was a pretty cool tool.
It is the best wire stripping tool I have found
Chris, please confirm two things for me: 1. If using the Trailblazer modulators, did you plug the isolator fuse block harness in closet to the rear of the bike, then into the Trailblazer, and then the Trailblazer into the bike harness closet to the gas tank? Or vice versa? 2. When using the butt connectors, did you clip off the small rubber ends of the loose wires coming from the isolator fuse block's harnesses? Thank you for your time.
Question: In later videos, you hook up all your accessory wiring to a Pathfinder Power Accessory Hub. Why did you switch from the Showchrome Isolation Fuse Block to the Pathfinder Hub?
In part, simply because PathfinderLED asked me to make a video for their new product. However, once I installed it, I could see that by being digital and weather sealed, it did have advantages over the Show Chrome. But, both units are very good and do essentially the same thing.
@@cruisemansgarage Honest answer, I appreciate it. Looking at the two, the Pathfinder does have the weatherproof in the bag. Unfortunately for me, based on this video, I just purchased the Showchrome.
@@stevenwhitaker5477 Steven, you will get many years of reliable service out of the ShowChrome unit. Weatherproof is nice, but more important on an adventure bike (riding through rivers or deep water) than on a touring bike.
Adding a Garmin Xt to the Show Chrome isolater fuse box not sure on the back of the box wires will I assume it is for the key?
Not sure I understand the question.
Maybe I missed something but where does the yellow wire on the right side connect?
Yes what's with the yellow wire
@@michaelboater3545 boss I couldn't tell you. I have a 2008 goldwing and my wiring harness is not setup for plug and play like the videos I watched, so I took mine to a shop. The wiring was a nightmare
Adding to fuse box auxiliary fuse for key on power . I guess.
connects to the yellow wire on the sub-harness.
Thank you Cruiseman! At least for me, you’ve taken the mystery out of the installation of this accessory. I’ve had this for awhile but was clueless on how to wire it to the bike. Now I feel comfortable being able to proceed.
Still don’t understand how to actually wire a lighting accessory to the fuse block. Don’t know why there are + positive and - negative terminals in the fuse block for the brake, running, left and right turn signals? Which terminal to use? More specifically, how do I connect the GT Tour Cowl Lights to the fuse block? Hope you can do a video on it too.
Missed his name, but if you scout for Show Chrome accessory install you should be able to find the guy. He's Black and a very good instructor but that's all I know.
Keep on rockin'.. and PEACE in Jesus.
@@dubblyewjay1133 Was able to get this and other installations since then.
@@dogbone1358 let me know how it goes. I am thinking of one for my Wing and I just got a new l.e.d. headlamp.
@@dubblyewjay1133 Works fine. Follow instructions. You Tube Videos will help. I ended up using crimp connectors along with smaller gauge wires to fit into the black box.
Hey Guys, Is this suitable to use as the basis for my trailer hitch wiring? Thanks
Absolutely
Thanks! also for this video, from Holland. Very educational! I own the Hawkseye Blue GoldWing 2019 for 4 weeks now and I love 'm! I saw that the red and green wires go directly to the battery; but what can the yellow wire be connected to? Greetings and thanks in advance! for answer
I have this block on order now. I also have several light accessories on order, including (sequential trunk brake/turn signal mounted on trunk) and I think a few are plug and play into the same connectors you used in this video. Any suggestions?
Cruseman I see you have reviewed show chrome and pathfinder and there are other from electrical connection and kuryakyn. I’m installing the Rivco hitch and you installed the rivco trailer harness . In your opinion which wiring and isolation are the better ones?
I installed this on my 2020 dct and following the wires colours like for like when I wired my trailer plug 5 wire with an auxiliary for charging etc I could only get it to work with the stop and right signal reversed this is on a UK bike have u come across this problem before ? The charging for the aux I have wired from the ignition on circuit.
U have to swap. The blue and the red from the tail leads .
Afternoon Cruiseman - Great video - would this same connection work for a 2006 Goldwing?
Will this work as a trailer isolator? -or- do I need to install a separate isolator between this and the trailer?
Where besides a dealership can you get Goldwing Oem parts?
Partzilla or Cyclemax.com
Can you install the Fuse block in conjunction with the Honda Sub-wire harness? Does this create any negative issues?
So, how do you fit this with the Pathfinder lights?
Can I use it for cx650e
Cruise man would it work to install the hot wired electrical leads into the show chrome accessory fuse block?
Hi Cruiseman, I heard you mention that you never had problems with moisture in the fuse block. I just finished my install with some new lighting. Where do place the Wago connectors? By the way I had problems with the supplied taps, the Wago connectors saved me hours of problems.
I am in the process of completely re-wiring all of my connectors, and a video will be coming soon. Basically, I am running the WAGO connectors so that I can access them WITHOUT having to remove the seat. So, I am trying to get all of them hidden under the side covers. Once I get all of this completed I will make a video showing how I did it.
Just went to order one. The item is on backorder, and promotion code Cruise10 "Does Not Exist."
Clay, I will forward this to my contact at BigBikeParts. I figured they might be on backorder, and they may just be getting the code setup. I will see to it you get the discount.
@@cruisemansgarage Thanks, Chris! I figured it was just early in the process, and they might not have everything live yet. I appreciate the followup!
Clay, I got a response back from Big Bike Parts this morning: "We have to get the promo code entered into our system here. I have an email out as of last night to get that completed. We expect these to be back in stock around April 20th our first production run sold out within 48 hours of releasing the product."
Hey Clay! Have you ordered one of these yet? I know it's been a few months but we do have them in stock. Call Travis at 715-234-3336 if you were still interested and I'll make sure to get you that 10% still.
Did you wire your trailer harness directly to the Showchrome isolator box?
Yes
Chris, I connected mine as shown. I connected the Trailblazer modulators between the fuse block and the bike's wiring. The rear lights work fine, and they modulate. I then installed an Admore Lighting light bar. When I connect its red wire to the 12V Key On + terminal, the light does not activate. I then touched it to the positive terminal of the battery, and it works fine. What am I doing wrong?
And, you did this with the bike turned on? Try the unswitched terminal on the Show Chrome, just to test.
@@cruisemansgarage after much discussion with a very nice rep at Big Bike Parts, it may be that the isolator fuse block is bad. I have returned it and ordered a new one.
Has anyone installed this fuse block in this position and notice the seat has a molded stansion the pushes down on it? This position shown at 2:40 is directly under that tall molded stansion of the seat base.
I just installed this fuse block Dec 2023 and found the same thing. The molded stanchion under the left side of the seat bottom pushes directly into the block. Both the video and the instructions say to put it there. A lot of wasted time following instructions. Now I have to take it all apart and put the block elsewhere.
Nice interview as usual thanks 👌❤
Does the sub Harness come with the Accessory fuse box or completely separate item?
Comes with. Just mane sure to order the correct model: amzn.to/34c5oH8
Has anyone had a problem with their Muth Mirrors not isolating when installed and hooked up to a Show Chrome Fuse Block on 2018 Goldwing...
Have not had that problem. Is it a ground issue?
Chris, what gauge butt connectors are you using? Thank you.
I think these are 18-22
Can I run my trailer wiring off of this isolator block?
Absolutely.
@@cruisemansgarage Any specific gauge wire I should use?
@@randykonop7989 it will depend on the lighting on your trailer. The trailer mfg. should be able to provide you with the specs required.
We’re does the yellow keyed wire go ?
To the fuse box + terminal.
Tar
Well you have right and left reversed for everyone.