Side Stand Switch Anti-Theft Device...

[Gold Rush]

A couple folks showed interest in my use of the "no longer needed" side stand switch used as a anti-theft device...

This switch has cause several people problems so when I converted last year I set about to totally disable the switch thus removing that possible problem. While doing so I quickly realized it would be quite simple to install a single pole double throw switch in a hidden yet easy to access location and when in the deactivated position simulate a side stand down condition preventing the trike from being driven off if an intended thief managed to jimmie the ignition switch and get the bike running.

Here's the process: There are three wires going to the side stand switch. One green (ground), one green & white (ECU sstand), and one yellow & black (meter [side stand]). When the side stand is down green and yellow/black are shorted. When the side stand is up green and green/white are shorted.

I cut the wires just before the connector the Side Stand Switch is plugged into and soldered a three conductor wire harness between that point and the hidden switch. Green wire is common - green/white make contact when switch is up and the yellow/black make contact when the switch is down.

Depending on how creative your wire routing gets and all the other factors you can spend an hour or two but that should be the last of the worries with that pesty side stand switch (unless you bump it into the down position by accident)......

[Tip Schwartzbeck]

That is a great use for a now useless part.If the switch is in a locked compartment it would really be a great deterrent to a thief!!Two thumbs up!!!
Tip

[bustedwing]

Nice, as long as you remember it also.I have a Mico brake lock on my Wing and use it the same way, there is no label on it but the brakes are locked until you do a certain procedure. Nice as a parking brake and a theft deterrent.

[Lunchbox1983]

thanks Gold Rush

[Konrad]

Thanks much, Goldrush, for a classy and easy to understand solution with a bonus!

[MarciaG]

I can attest to the fact that a device like this WILL work, every time!

Marcia G.

[rmrc51]

Excellent topic and directions!! I'm saving this one for the next trike!

[Saltywheels]

Amazingly simple GREAT idea. Thks a ton.

[Gold Rush]

Just for kicks and grins I posted this same thread on a couple other trike related bulletin boards.

Here is what one responder does.....

When I Hanniganized my 209 Goldwing, I had them leave the side stand on, cut down to a 3" stub just below where the spring attaches. Now I can lower it when I park, it slides down under the left floorboard, and I have an unseen theft protection device.

AS long as the possible thief is not familiar with the bike this is a quick and easy trick. If they don't have to hunt for the switch it is easier to steal.

[3W-lonerider]

Nice, as long as you remember it also.I have a Mico brake lock on my Wing and use it the same way, there is no label on it but the brakes are locked until you do a certain procedure. Nice as a parking brake and a theft deterrent.

which micro-lock did you get..iv'e delt with micro-locks years ago on forklifts. most of them were nothing but problems. most did'nt did'nt work affectively and if you did get it to work sometimes they would'nt release.
if you think you've found a good reliable one. i'd be interested to find out the brand and maybe a link to where you bought it. so i could get one to. right now i use a small bungy cord on the front brake lever.

[TheMailman]

Mine's insured

[bayoudave]

Mine is insured too but if you have any added on equipment (mine has about $8,000 worth) you probably won’t get your full investment back. You still end up with a loss.

[Gold Rush]

Mine is insured too but if you have any added on equipment (mine has about $8,000 worth) you probably won’t get your full investment back. You still end up with a loss.

And that also does not take into consideration all the hassle and heartache. If I can make it hard to steal as easy as a couple wires and a switch -- you bet I will do it.