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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Sat Jan 01, 2011 5:31 pm Post subject: Mantra Dash Lights Help Please |
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Hi
I'm re-installing the original dials and dash lights on my bike - less the fake-wood dash if possible! I have 6 lights - left to right
1 - Yellow - not working
2 - Red - Oil Light, working
3 - Yellow - Both Indicators, working
(gap)
4 - Green - Neutral, working
5 - Red - Battery, not working
6 - Blue - high beam, working
Any idea what 1 should do? Any idea what to check on 5?
ps I don't have a manual or wiring diagram
thanks, and Happy New Year
Robin |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009 Posts: 1767 Location: West Yorkshire
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Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2011 5:07 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Robin
not sure which model you have, or indeed if they differ, but I've just been out to the garage to check mine, and they are, from left to right (as sat on the bike)
BLUE Hi Beam
ORANGE Indicator
GREEN Neutral
(gap)
RED Oil Pressure
YELLOW Lo Fuel
RED Ignition
If there is sufficient fuel in the tank, the lo-level light won't function.
From memory, the red ignition light is fed from the ignition switch - obviously you have checked the bulb - check the holder hasn't fallen out of the back of the panel (my oil pressure switch has and I can't be arsed dismantling it to put it back in!)
HTH
Garry. |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2011 8:56 am Post subject: Seen the light |
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Garry
Thanks for your reply. I've changed the tank for a custom-made one, and don't have a sender in the new tank, so that explains it! I'll have another look at the battery light, and put some more pictures up when done. |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009 Posts: 1767 Location: West Yorkshire
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Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011 12:15 pm Post subject: |
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has it got a battery fitted? (only joking) |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011 1:31 pm Post subject: Long Wait |
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Garry
Fair question - yes, I have the 2-battery arrangement. Looks ugly, but I can't really work out where else to put a single battery. I suppose when I was having the tank made I should have specified a gap for a battery behind the headstock. I'll put a picture up when the latest mods are done. |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009 Posts: 1767 Location: West Yorkshire
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Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011 7:37 pm Post subject: |
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my bike runs a single battery from the left-hand battery box. starts OK with this set up (although it was like this when I bought it - I just fitted a new battery). |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011 7:58 pm Post subject: |
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Garry
Can I ask what the battery model number/rating is?
thanks
Robin |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009 Posts: 1767 Location: West Yorkshire
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Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2011 10:39 am Post subject: |
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yes - you can
I'll check it out next time I'm in the garage. |
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vort28
Joined: 22 Mar 2010 Posts: 2194 Location: Northwest , UK
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Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2011 1:35 pm Post subject: |
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I know someone who fitted a DB4 battery tray, under seat, to their mantra , got the box from Bimota for about £75. There was a person in germany selling db4 trays for about £25 before christmas on ebay, non on at the moment. |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Tue Jan 11, 2011 9:36 pm Post subject: Battery solution |
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Hi
I've now removed the batteries and cases - this cleans up the whole front end, so they won't be going back. I just need to put them somewhere else...
I tried connecting just 1, and it cranks the engine fine, so no need for 2. I think I can make a cradle for it next to the shock under the seat - as far back as possible to avoid the heat from the rear header. That's the plan.
Also started polishing up all the ally - looks great, but once you start it's hard to stop! The tank is now shining, got to take the wheels and swingarm off to do it right. I'll put a picture up once close to done. So, what colour for the mudguard and seat base, to go with polished alloy? I don't want black, but I can't picture a bright colour against the shiny alloy.
ps I had read about LiFeO4 battery technology, so I asked my local battery specialist, but he said they would only last a year, and are pricy - one for the race teams only, I think. |
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vort28
Joined: 22 Mar 2010 Posts: 2194 Location: Northwest , UK
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Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011 9:31 am Post subject: |
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If you look on the db4 gallery on the enthusiasts site , there's a few pictures of the battery position. |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011 10:10 am Post subject: Battery tray |
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Thanks, got it. I notice the rear subframe is different to the Mantra. I had a look for any for sale on Ebay, but couldn't see any. Do you know anyone else who might have one?
Robin |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009 Posts: 1767 Location: West Yorkshire
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Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011 11:07 am Post subject: |
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if you are wanting a DB4 subframe, I have a brand new one in the garage. |
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robin
Joined: 15 Nov 2009 Posts: 55 Location: London
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Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2011 4:42 am Post subject: subframe |
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Hi GeeKay
No, not a subframe. I need a battery tray, though I might just chop an old fireblade one up that's hanging around. If you have the real thing, let me know.
Robin |
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deebee4
Joined: 08 Jan 2011 Posts: 266 Location: Netherlands
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Posted: Sun Jan 16, 2011 11:53 am Post subject: Re: subframe |
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robin wrote: |
Hi GeeKay
No, not a subframe. I need a battery tray, though I might just chop an old fireblade one up that's hanging around. If you have the real thing, let me know.
Robin |
Keep an eye on fleaBay. Now and then there's a db4 battery tray offered. However, your Mantra subfame has to have the inserted fitting threads inside the LH side otherwise it just won't stick. So maybe it's a better idea to make one yourself from thicker sheet metal. I can give you the dimensions and send some pics, as my db4 is under construction at this moment. _________________ Track riding on a Bimota: FUN! |
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