Author Topic: California 1400 Custom - What is this 12V Plug For? (Read 10706 times)

CBJoe · « **on:** April 03, 2015, 05:16:55 PM »

Ok, I've searched this forum and in the Guzzi Service Manual...but cant find reference to this plug. Either the info isn't out there or I'm too dim to find it ::)
Can anyone tell me what this plug under the seat (by battery) is for. When I checked it had appx. 12V on it.

I'm just looking into some options for USB/SAE/Hella accessory plugs on the bike and want to be sure there isn't an accessory kit that connects to this before I buy a generic option.

Cheers, Joe

ibis1 · « **Reply #1 on:** April 03, 2015, 05:29:58 PM »

Joe, I have a 1400 Touring so yours might be to add the factory alarm system that comes standard on Touring and optional on Custom. Can you include a photo so we know exactly what you are referring to. :BEER:

CBJoe · « **Reply #2 on:** April 03, 2015, 06:05:10 PM »

Quote from: ibis1 on April 03, 2015, 05:29:58 PM

Joe, I have a 1400 Touring so yours might be to add the factory alarm system that comes standard on Touring and optional on Custom. Can you include a photo so we know exactly what you are referring to. :BEER:

That may be it...there is a picture in my first post. Is it not showing up for you?

mtiberio · « **Reply #3 on:** April 03, 2015, 06:07:39 PM »

That has nothing to do with alarm

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #3 on:** April 03, 2015, 06:07:39 PM »

ibis1 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 03, 2015, 07:05:13 PM »

Joe, Are you the original owner? If not it may be a charging plug for an external battery charger. Can you see where it ends up? :BEER:

CBJoe · « **Reply #5 on:** April 03, 2015, 08:08:01 PM »

Quote from: ibis1 on April 03, 2015, 07:05:13 PM

Joe, Are you the original owner? If not it may be a charging plug for an external battery charger. Can you see where it ends up? :BEER:

Yes...just rolled out of the dealership a couple weeks ago :)

mtiberio · « **Reply #6 on:** April 04, 2015, 02:32:03 PM »

That may be computer hookup

Kiwi Dave · « **Reply #7 on:** April 04, 2015, 04:12:33 PM »

There's two plugs hanging around this area. The first one normally attaches to the battery cover, which I see you have removed. It is a heated seat outlet, wire colors are Orange/Green and Blue.

The second is a diagnostics connector, normally hiding in the the tiny space behind battery and the rear fender. The cables are thinner and colors are Green/Blue and White/Blue.

If there's 12v on it only when the key is on, I suggest this one's for the heated seat.

Vasco DG · « **Reply #8 on:** April 04, 2015, 04:27:39 PM »

Heated seat makes sense. I'd forgotten about that option. My experience with Cali's is limited hence the fact I hadn't offered any suggestions.

Pete

ibis1 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 04, 2015, 04:57:29 PM »

Quote from: Kiwi Dave on April 04, 2015, 04:12:33 PM

There's two plugs hanging around this area. The first one normally attaches to the battery cover, which I see you have removed. It is a heated seat outlet, wire colors are Orange/Green and Blue.

The second is a diagnostics connector, normally hiding in the the tiny space behind battery and the rear fender. The cables are thinner and colors are Green/Blue and White/Blue.

If there's 12v on it only when the key is on, I suggest this one's for the heated seat.

I removed my seat today and I agree with Dave, I believe its for a heated seat connection. They are somewhat heavy gauge wire which would be needed for the seat heaters. My wires looked to be Blue and Yellow/Green. If it is a seat heater connection it would have to be fused and I was going to tell you to remove the fuse for the seat heater and see if your 12 volt supply went away, but I can not find any fuse marked seat heater only heated grips. A little more research is needed or ask your dealer. :BEER:

CBJoe · « **Reply #10 on:** April 04, 2015, 07:59:50 PM »

Quote from: Kiwi Dave on April 04, 2015, 04:12:33 PM

There's two plugs hanging around this area. The first one normally attaches to the battery cover, which I see you have removed. It is a heated seat outlet, wire colors are Orange/Green and Blue.

The second is a diagnostics connector, normally hiding in the the tiny space behind battery and the rear fender. The cables are thinner and colors are Green/Blue and White/Blue.

If there's 12v on it only when the key is on, I suggest this one's for the heated seat.

Ding Ding :) We have a winner. It's connector #33 on the Wiring Diagram. "Heated Saddle Socket". This is fused with the #6 Auxiliary fuse.

http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/wiring_diagram_california_1400.pdf

Thanks folks, it was bugging me.

Cheers, Joe

CBJoe · « **Reply #11 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:07:50 PM »

At the moment, I see no reason (since I'm not going to use a heated seat) that I cant use this connector for an accessory plug since It's basically a fused 12V connection.

Unless there is already a better plug and play option out there for phone and GPS charging.

ibis1 · « **Reply #12 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:28:22 PM »

That should be plenty of current (watts) to do what you want. Glad you got it figured out. :BEER:

Abbienormal · « **Reply #13 on:** April 05, 2015, 08:59:25 AM »

Under the front tank cover is a GPS connection supplied by Guzzi for the TomTom GPS. An adapter plug can be made for the Garmin. It is ziptied down in that mass of wires under there.

segesta · « **Reply #14 on:** April 05, 2015, 10:44:41 AM »

Wait, the 2015s have a heated seat option?!

Vasco DG · « **Reply #15 on:** April 05, 2015, 02:27:43 PM »

It's been an option from day one.

Pete

vizir · « **Reply #16 on:** July 03, 2020, 06:02:50 AM »

Hello,
I'm a new owner with a 1400 Cali touring 2018 .
Do you know where are located the plugs for heated grips ?
Many thanks
Vizir

blu guzz · « **Reply #17 on:** July 03, 2020, 06:12:02 AM »

i used mine to plug in the battery tender. charged the bike just fine.

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #18 on:** July 03, 2020, 06:23:06 AM »

Quote from: vizir on July 03, 2020, 06:02:50 AM

Hello,
I'm a new owner with a 1400 Cali touring 2018 .
Do you know where are located the plugs for heated grips ?
Many thanks
Vizir

Vizir, 2018 1400s do not have a factory heated grip option. Your consolation prize is a more easily adjusted cruise control. To add heated grips you will need to pursue the aftermarket.

And welcome to WG. Please take a moment to introduce yourself in the introductions thread.

Kiwi_Roy · « **Reply #19 on:** July 03, 2020, 06:49:20 AM »

HEATED SEATS! sheesh

vizir · « **Reply #20 on:** November 13, 2020, 09:41:24 AM »

Hello Dave,
Finally, I'v mounted oxford touring model heated grip on my 2018 cali touring, and every thing is ok .
Just to sand down the right handle on the bike , and you can use the original wiring of the bike, and even the small switnh on the left handle, and you see the 3 levels on the dash board.
Vizir

Tom · « **Reply #21 on:** November 13, 2020, 01:26:59 PM »

We solar heated the whole state. See my tag line.

Good to hear you were able to figure it out. My immediate thoughts....could be used to plug in accessories BUT check to see when power is present.

blu guzz · « **Reply #22 on:** November 13, 2020, 03:54:13 PM »

i used mine on the 1400 and now on the v85 to plug in the battery charger. Worked fine.

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