SmokinRZ Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 I have started my winter maintenance and I have the tank off and was wondering what to do about the rotting sheathing on the wiring harness? Ideas? Thanks Link to comment
The Rocketman Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 TechFlex F6. Trust me http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-2-Flexo-F6-Braided-Cable-Sleeving-Wrap-Split-Loom-Techflex-F6N0-50BK-/350999180283?var=&hash=item51b92e73fb:m:mpNIohHyU7wBv6kSMQhW1LQ http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-2-Flexo-F6-Braided-Cable-Sleeving-Wrap-Split-Loom-Techflex-F6N0-50BK-/350999180283?var=&hash=item51b92e73fb:m:mpNIohHyU7wBv6kSMQhW1LQ Some day I'll figure out how to link URLs on this site. Link to comment
SAS Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 (edited) You could also try some spiral wrap. Usually made from teflon and easy to install. You can get it at Wally World. http://www.cabletiesandmore.com/spiral-wraps Edited September 24, 2016 by SAS Link to comment
dirtrider Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 I have started my winter maintenance and I have the tank off and was wondering what to do about the rotting sheathing on the wiring harness? Ideas? Thanks Evening SmokinRZ Personally I usually use the automotive grade split convoluted loom covering. It is high temperature resistant, comes in different diameters so can be sized to about any wire harness size, slides on easily as it is split, & lasts a long time. A lot of automotive companies use it as OEM wire harness covering so it is well tested & has proven long term automotive usage . Split Wire Loom Covering-click here Link to comment
Jim Moore Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I use cloth electrical tape. Easy to use and looks pretty good. Link to comment
SmokinRZ Posted September 27, 2016 Author Share Posted September 27, 2016 Thanks everyone, the TechFlex F6 looks interesting. Link to comment
Eckhard Grohe Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Hi DR. What sizes should I be looking for the R1100RT? Link to comment
dirtrider Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Hi DR. What sizes should I be looking for the R1100RT? Morning Eckhard Depends on what part of the harness that you are covering. Just measure the harness at the largest diameters of the area that you are working on. I have rolls of different sizes so just use what fits the areas that I am working on. Link to comment
The Rocketman Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 TechFlex customer service will send you 3 samples about 6" long for free if you just ask. Ask for 3 different sizes, then order the one(s) you'll need from the FleaBay link I provided above. 1/2" is what I ordered and it worked fine for most everything. I also used Rescue Tape and small zip ties to neaten the ends. Unless you have a hot knife, there will be some fraying at the ends. Link to comment
lkchris Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 FYI The Oilhead generation bikes are the first boxer bikes from BMW compliant with then-new EU regulations that automotive wiring harnesses be easily biodegradable. This applies not only to the sheathing around bundles of wires but also to the colored insulation on each individual wire. Of course you'll inspect each individual wire as you replace the harness sheathing. PS: See the reason for CANBus? Link to comment
SCed Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 I would use Black "Spiral Wire Wrap". Sold in any size you will need and inexpensive. Link to comment
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