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dbufo · Joined: 11 Apr 2013 Posts: 14 Location: Baywood Park, CA

Just bought my 1996 K1100LT.

I re-installed the stock radio and think I got it mostly right. Does anyone have a copy of the original instructions?

Also, I don't quite know where to run the cable for the Top Case speakers. It looks like there should be a mount of some kind for the cable when not in use, but I can't seem to figure out where that would be. Any ideas?
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'96 K1100LT

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Apr 29, 2013 4:54 pm Post subject:

Pm sent

Also at the rear of the bike on the bottom side of the top box rack there should be a mounted "cap" that the radio loom will attach to when the top box is removed.
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Tim (Midland Section) · Posted: Mon Apr 29, 2013 4:59 pm Post subject: Re: Stock Radio - Questions

grant93 · Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2013 8:32 pm Post subject:

Gidday,

I actually removed mine when I got the bike last month, well the radio was not working and just sitting in the cradle so out it came, taped and rolled up the wires, and cable tied them up behind the dash.
They are rather an old heavy looking unit and I am not one for music while I ride anyway, I'm a little different and like to listen to the motor ticking along to its own funky rhythm, so now I have two compartments to store a few goodies...

Cheers
Grant

BTW does anyone have a spare right hand side compartment lid, is missing one, just asking and putting it out there
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dbufo · Joined: 11 Apr 2013 Posts: 14 Location: Baywood Park, CA

Thanks for all the replies.

Can understand the "no music"view. I like trying to get to original condition. Might not listen to the radio anyway.

Ran the cable down the left side. Anyone have a picture of where the cable cap is in the rack and what it looks like?
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'96 K1100LT

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Wed May 01, 2013 10:03 pm Post subject:

Looking at the rear of the bike, just above the tail/brake light assy it's attached to one of the rear rack brackets.

I can take a pic tomorrow in the daylight if no one else posts one up.
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1995 K1100LT 0302044
2017 FLHTK Ultra Limited
Garmin StreetPilot 2820
Garmin Zumo 550
Garmin Zumo XT
"One who does not ask questions is ashamed to learn" Danish proverb
1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

grant93 · Posted: Thu May 02, 2013 4:32 am Post subject:

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 8:44 am Post subject:

Here's a shot of the "keeper cap" at the rear of the bike.

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Ride safe.

1995 K1100LT 0302044
2017 FLHTK Ultra Limited
Garmin StreetPilot 2820
Garmin Zumo 550
Garmin Zumo XT
"One who does not ask questions is ashamed to learn" Danish proverb
1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

dbufo · Joined: 11 Apr 2013 Posts: 14 Location: Baywood Park, CA

Perfect. I'll put the bracket back on today. Love this site. You guys a re awesome.
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'96 K1100LT

molerat · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 6:26 pm Post subject:

Hi all, it's been a while.
I thought I would resurrect this thread since it's new and not create a new one.
Anyway, my radio use to work but after removing the fairing for throttle sync it has not worked. The red "ML" light comes on on the radio but no display. the fuse was blown, I replaced but no luck. Also the seek and volume controls on the handlebar never worked from the beginning. I removed the radio and thought I would check here for answers.
Also what is the black button next to the cigarette lighter. is it fader control for back to rear?

I know this is not much to go on so if you need more info let me know. i will just let you know that I am electrically challenged though.

Thanks
Brian
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1995 K1100 LT
1952 HRD Vincent Black Shadow, Series C

Tim (Midland Section) · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 7:29 pm Post subject:

Basically the radio needs a 4 digit code entered, Should be in your documentation. The "button" is indeed Front rear fader. As for the bar controls, N F Idea, never had a faulty one, sorry.
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Scott_Anderson · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 8:04 pm Post subject:

As far as the bar controls go, once the radio is working you have to press the on/off/vol knob on the face of the radio to enable the bar controls. Once the bar controls are active the red LED next to the bar "vol" button will light up.
When the bar controls are active the radio volume knob is de-activated. You can't use both at the same time.
You can use the station pre-select buttons for saved stations.
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Ride safe.

1995 K1100LT 0302044
2017 FLHTK Ultra Limited
Garmin StreetPilot 2820
Garmin Zumo 550
Garmin Zumo XT
"One who does not ask questions is ashamed to learn" Danish proverb
1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

whyoldbill · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 8:08 pm Post subject:

Regarding the handlebar controls, they plug in to the rear/bottom of the radio via an 8 pin DIN connector. You might want to check that.
You can pull the radio out by inserting something like a small screwdriver or a nail into the small holes in the radio mounting bracket and releasing the little catches, the lift it out.
If the fuse blew, there's a good chance you have some wonky wiring to sort out.
I pulled all of my radio and associated wiring harness out, so if you need to know what wires go where let me know.

Good luck!

Bill
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molerat · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 10:35 pm Post subject:

Thanks guys,
Tim, If I understand correctly, does the red light mean I have power and just enter the 4 digit code (the screen is blank at this point). I thought there would be something on the screen, like a message to enter a code.
Scott, thanks I did not know that, if I get it working I will try that out and see if it works for me,
Bill, that would be great i would love to know where the wires go. I have the diagram but it's not for the electrically challenged.

Brian
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1995 K1100 LT
1952 HRD Vincent Black Shadow, Series C

molerat · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 10:37 pm Post subject:

Oh yeah, I know this is not related to this post...

but can you tell me how to get the Throttlemeister working...when I engage it it does not stick like it should, the throttle rolls back to idle...I have adjusted the screw at the end to no avail..does something need tightening inside???
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1995 K1100 LT
1952 HRD Vincent Black Shadow, Series C

Jim · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 11:04 pm Post subject: Throttlemeister

Brian - TM seems to have a dearth of information on their website, but this page turns up in a search. http://throttlemeister.com/app/inventoryapp/suzuki/pdf/282.html

I know it's not for a BMW - but they must be at least close to the same.
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Scott_Anderson · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 11:24 pm Post subject:

molerat · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 11:54 pm Post subject:

PM sent Scott
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1995 K1100 LT
1952 HRD Vincent Black Shadow, Series C

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Sat May 25, 2013 9:06 am Post subject:

whyoldbill · Posted: Sat May 25, 2013 9:49 am Post subject: