2010 tether install

[freak007]

Looking to install a tether on my 2010 M8 SP. I'm looking specifically at the Pro Armor and SPI tethers.

The SPI is a "plug and play" that looks very similar to the factory AC setup, and is designed to install next to the ignition switch. To prevent accidentally killing the engine while moving around, I'd prefer to mount the tether on the right side, possibly on the bars, near the throttle block. This is why I'm also considering the Pro Armor style.

The issue is, my sled is 150 miles away so I'm not sure what kind of room I have to work with. If I was to extend the wiring as needed, is there room to drill the cowl on the right side to install the AC/SPI switch? Is there room on the bars for the Pro Armor switch?

Pics would be appreciated...

 

[MI1M600EFI]

The SPI switch comes with plenty of wire. I don't see the point of moving it to the right side though... The tether is plenty long, and I've never unplugged mine even when hanging off the right side... ??

 

[freak007]

I generally prefer to tether my throttle hand as it is always on the bars, but the reality is my brake hand is rarely off the bars anyway, and with the stretch in the cord I think leaving it on the left would be fine...

I recently learned K&S sells a panel mounted normally open magnetic tether. Anyone have experience with them?

 

[snopro75]

Put mine right in the middle. Drill & tap

 

[freak007]

Put mine right in the middle. Drill & tap

Nice clean install! I like it!

 

[MI1M600EFI]

I generally prefer to tether my throttle hand as it is always on the bars, but the reality is my brake hand is rarely off the bars anyway, and with the stretch in the cord I think leaving it on the left would be fine...

Hmm. I guess I hadn't considered tethering to my hands... I always clip it to my coat or backpack. It still pulls when I fall off, but leaves my hands free to do whatever...