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Makes And Models => Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ => Topic started by: Ranga on January 19, 2016, 07:57:59 AM

Title: Rear Brake Flasher
Post by: Ranga on January 19, 2016, 07:57:59 AM

I'm shopping around for a strobe modulator for my rear brake light.  I'm seeing prices anywhere between $10 and $70. Does anyone have a suggestion? It has to be small enough to fit under the seat of an FX.

Title: Re: Rear Brake Flasher
Post by: Say10 15FX 16FXS on January 19, 2016, 08:04:36 AM

I put a Tailblazer 20d on my FX, just replaces bulb. Strobes to flash to solid halogen bulb. I found some on the bay for $15 shipped usually $60-70.

Title: Re: Rear Brake Flasher
Post by: nigezero on January 19, 2016, 08:30:19 AM

I bought a GearBrake.

They have models fitted with the right plugs for Zero and it works well. Mine is on a DS, but assuming plugs are the same should be good to go. Very helpful team and tested on Zero's to ensure no interference with the Canbus - watch out for cheap electronics on that. Plenty of stories of LED headlights and other things generating RF noise and screwing with all sorts of things.

Title: Re: Rear Brake Flasher
Post by: Say10 15FX 16FXS on January 19, 2016, 08:41:49 AM

The Gearbrake seems like the best option but they don't make a harness for the '15 FX.

Title: Re: Rear Brake Flasher
Post by: Ranga on January 23, 2016, 04:54:15 AM

Quote from: Say10 15FX 16FXS on January 19, 2016, 08:41:49 AM

The Gearbrake seems like the best option but they don't make a harness for the '15 FX.

I spoke with the company. Their module is perfectly compatible with the FX, but they recommend against it because of its off-road nature. Jumps and hard bumps can trigger the sensor, and cause a miscommunication with anyone riding behind you.

Kudos on them for being an aftermarket company that pays attention to a manufacturer this small.