Musings, projects, and adventures.
Hacking an inexpensive wireless phone charging pad and sticking it to a motorcycle phone mount is a pretty straightforward project. Just break open the charging pad and extract the electronics and coil. Adjust the wiring as appropriate and waterproof the assemblies using nail polish and/or Silicone 2+. Wire it up (to a USB port or stepdown voltage converter) and you’re good to go!
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Summary (TL:DR) To get switched power to accessories controlled by the key/ignition, I highly recommend the kit from Eastern Beaver.
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The Honda Africa Twin is really a great all around platform for motorcycle adventure touring right off the dealership floor. But in order to realize this potential, it does need a few accessories. And then there are some ‘nice to haves’. Cause lets face it – half the fun is customizing the bike to fit individual needs.
In this post we look at panniers, crash bars, tires, and windscreens for the Honda Africa Twin