Magmum Horn.....didn't think it would work

[MIKE R]

.......................................................but it did!

Today I installed a Magnum horn to my 09GS. I piggy backed the wires using the blue connectors to the original wires to the BMW horn.

I knew that would work, but this time I did not disconnect the original horn.

Surprisingly the canbus did not cut in and the low Magnum and high original horn combined make a hell of a noise!

Hope this helps someone.

 

[Schtum]

.......................................................but it did!

Today I installed a Magnum horn to my 09GS. I piggy backed the wires using the blue connectors to the original wires to the BMW horn.

I knew that would work, but this time I did not disconnect the original horn.

Surprisingly the canbus did not cut in and the low Magnum and high original horn combined make a hell of a noise!

Hope this helps someone.

Has your bike got ESA? I'm just wondering where you managed to squeeze a Magnum onto the bike, if it does.

 

[Kamikaze]

I'd like to know where as well......if it was an Adventure?

 

[MIKE R]

I fitted a Magnum to a GSA with ESA last year. The horn went on the right hand side (as you sit on the bike) where the cut out in the petrol tank is....some people use this space to store an oil bottle. I think it's something to do with an emissions canister for the US market.

This thread should help:-

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=221682

Today I fitted it to a standard GS with ESA. I placed it behind the right hand side panel (again as you sit on the bike). Behind that is a small bracket that holds a brake line to the frame. I put the horn mounting bracket behind the brake pipe mounting bracket. There is plenty of clearance.

If I get time in the next couple of days, I'll post a picture.

Mike

 

[Big Red]

I'd like to know where as well......if it was an Adventure?

I had a bolt that secured the horn bracket securely to the side of the tank where the charcoal filter is fitted, (US only).

 

[Big Red]

I had a bolt that secured the horn bracket securely to the side of the tank where the charcoal filter is fitted, (US only).

Hopefully I have attached a photo this time!

 

[Pukmeister]

Hopefully I have attached a photo this time!

You hoped wrong.

 

[bisbee]

I had a bolt that secured the horn bracket securely to the side of the tank where the charcoal filter is fitted, (US only).

Just a note of caution make sure to check it with the steering on right hand full lock so you know it's ok before riding it

 

[Big Red]

Just a note of caution make sure to check it with the steering on right hand full lock so you know it's ok before riding it

I moulded the bracket to push the horn in as tight as possible and it is clear on full lock thanks.

 

[bisbee]

I moulded the bracket to push the horn in as tight as possible and it is clear on full lock thanks.

So did I the second time