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Message started by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 19:35:22

Title: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 19:35:22

Hey guys,

I'm trying to install a GPS tracker and sms sending alarm on my lovely S40. I need it to have 12V and ground(the easy one).

Since it uses both GSM and GPS, I need it to be as close to open air as possible without being seen or easy to get to (for the thief, rain, fuel leakage if ever happened and weather).

It looks like this:
http://www.spycamera.net.au/wp-content/uploads/products_img/sksm-hzz.jpg

And you can see all the information about it from here: http://www.spycamera.net.au/real-time-motorcycle-gps-tracker-with-automatic-security-alerts-weatherproof/

While it should be connected directly to the battery, I think it's a better idea to connect it after the ignition switch (contact switch) so I don't drain my battery, but this comes with its own set of problems as well.

You see, the device has its own internal rechargeable battery that lasts for about 3 hours. It also sends a text message whenever the power coming from the battery has stopped (dead battery, thief trying to be smart by disconnecting the GPS tracker, or turning off the ignition if the device is not connected directly to the battery)

So, any ideas, should I connect it directly to the battery?? \
Where to install it to be hidden and safe from New Zealand heavy rain (while it's weather proof, but NZ rain is something else) And to have the best possible GSM and GPS signal strength in the same time.

How about the tool box? Will it fit both?

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Savage_Rob on 05/15/12 at 20:16:01

If I understand your purpose to be theft recovery, I think it needs to be connected full time. As to where, without knowing exact dimensions, it's hard to say. However, as a GPS device, I'm gonna guess it needs to see the sky. That'll narrow your possibilities if it is the case.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 20:30:19

Thanks Rob,

I think you're right about the battery connection.
It doesn't have to be put somewhere to see the sky literally, on the top of the gas tank for example, but It probably needs the least amount of coverage absorbing material possible, think of it like the GPS in a car, it can work within the car but won't work in a garage. Or sometimes if you put it in your pocket.

The Dimensions are 70(L) x 45 (W) x 18(H) mm.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/15/12 at 20:32:48

See if it will tuck under the seat, if so, run the wires, dont have to make it perfect, just slap it in, test it, seat off,, then , seat on, if it works, tidy up the installation.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 20:38:31

While under the seat sounds ideal, but the seat and me (or the thief) above it might kill the GPS, GSM signals or both :)

But I might just give it a try, maybe at the far end where the pillion should sit. Will do some testing and see if it works.

Cheers Justin.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/15/12 at 22:12:12

Might need to move the regulator. Or, whatever the heck that thing is under there,,Im about to fall in the sack,,

If they built it in such a way that it has to be strapped to the top of the car, its not that handy. Surely it was meant for a car, right? The seat pan isnt metal, I think its a good start,, your call, tho.
Night All!

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 22:16:31

No the car ones has two antennas one for GPS and the other one for GSM, this one is made for motorbikes, that's why they made it small with less connections and weatherproof.

I will check it out, might be able to put it where people install their back-off lights device, under the fuel tank.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by SuperSavage on 05/15/12 at 22:19:39

How about stuffing it in with the air filter? There aren't a lot of options on our li'l bikes.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 22:35:36

Hmmmm, not sure about this for two reasons.
1. I don't want to affect the air flow.
2. I don't think it's possible to get the battery wires through there from the inside.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 22:38:36

4F6A6D6B6B7C66647137353434050 wrote:

How about stuffing it in with the air filter? There aren't a lot of options on our li'l bikes.

Actually, rethinking it, it might be possible to stick it to the Air filter compartment cover from the inside, hopefully it has 18 mm in there. Let me try it out and I will let you know. Thanks SuperSavage

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by thumperclone on 05/15/12 at 22:58:02

fork bag or wind shield bag or saddle bag or lil plastic box from your radio shack

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/15/12 at 23:31:36

I will try this too Thumperclone, I was hoping to have it inside somewhere to make it hard to find.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by verslagen1 on 05/16/12 at 00:03:57

I would put it in the airbox, that top hump in the pic. it's plastic, everything above is plastic.
run the wires thru that port with the rubber nipple, pierce it and run the wires thru it tightly. it will hardly be noticeable.

second option is under the pillion. this might be the best as far as reception, but pillions are the 1st thing off. you might be able to tap the battery wires at the regulator, but the ig switch close and you can find a hot all the time wire there.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/16/12 at 01:36:33

I might be able to fit it in the tools box place, running the wire there will be an easy task too, so I'll try this first. Then I try under the pillion at the back of the bike, then maybe try it inside the air filter box.

What about the tail light box?

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/16/12 at 01:40:52

There is plenty of space behind the reflector, but running wires will be tricky.

Title: Re: GPS tracker and sms sending Alarm installation
Post by Megataur on 05/16/12 at 01:51:01

OK, it seems it might work fine in the space between the battery and the cover, and being close to the battery solves makes the wiring very much easy. Since this seems to be the easiest way. I will try this first and see if I get a good signal.