Installing self cancelling turn signals on standard F6B

[jpvybes]

Hi all. My father is looking to convert to an F6B from a Harley Ultra Classic because he is tired of fixing it. ;-) He's in negotiation for a 2013 Standard F6B but wants to know if the self cancelling turn signal setup on the deluxe edition will work on standard. Does anyone know if this can be done with factory switch or is there an aftermarket alternative?

Thanks.

[MichaelG]

Hi all. My father is looking to convert to an F6B from a Harley Ultra Classic because he is tired of fixing it. ;-) He's in negotiation for a 2013 Standard F6B but wants to know if the self cancelling turn signal setup on the deluxe edition will work on standard. Does anyone know if this can be done with factory switch or is there an aftermarket alternative?

Thanks.

Just my opinion, BUT...the entire reason I bought a standard model, versus the Deluxe, is because I did NOT want the self-canceling turnsignals that come on the Deluxe model. The other items on the Deluxe I could live with, or easily take off, but the self-canceling turnsignals are difficult to take off the bike.

The reason I did NOT want the self-canceling turnsignals is because...having owned 3 Goldwing 1800's, with mega miles on them, I grew tired of having to turn ON my turnsignals...again and again and again when coming to a place I wanted to turn, as they cancel out a little too fast for my needs. I like to signal early, to let cars that are behind me, or coming toward me know that I intend to turn. I would rather signal early, than late, or not at all. And when the self-canceling turnsignals are speed related, and cancel early if you do not slow down fast enough, then it is a nuisance...to me.

I would prefer to use my own riding experience to make the decision as to when I want to cancel my turnsignals...not have the self-canceling system make that decision for me.

Any "real" old-school rider is used to turning that t/s switch on and off themselves...not having a speed related computer do it for them.

[jpvybes]

Just my opinion, BUT...the entire reason I bought a standard model, versus the Deluxe, is because I did NOT want the self-canceling turnsignals that come on the Deluxe model. The other items on the Deluxe I could live with, or easily take off, but the self-canceling turnsignals are difficult to take off the bike.

The reason I did NOT want the self-canceling turnsignals is because...having owned 3 Goldwing 1800's, with mega miles on them, I grew tired of having to turn ON my turnsignals...again and again and again when coming to a place I wanted to turn, as they cancel out a little too fast for my needs. I like to signal early, to let cars that are behind me, or coming toward me know that I intend to turn. I would rather signal early, than late, or not at all. And when the self-canceling turnsignals are speed related, and cancel early if you do not slow down fast enough, then it is a nuisance...to me.

I would prefer to use my own riding experience to make the decision as to when I want to cancel my turnsignals...not have the self-canceling system make that decision for me.

Any "real" old-school rider is used to turning that t/s switch on and off themselves...not having a speed related computer do it for them.

I appreciate your opinion and the feedback. In any case do you know if it's still possible to install them on the standard model?

[Steve 0080]

The self cancelling unit is integrated into the bike at many points…..I would ask the service manager at the dealership you are at and then warm up a couple of credit cards because the answer will scare you!!!

[Pedro66]

Most of the self canceling is done via the cancel unit located in the steering stem, its pretty easy to install but a little over complicated there are plenty of aftermarket self cancel systems out there that can be added to the F6B but honestly I find them a pain even though I like to leave the lights on so to speak, I tend to go for turn signal repeaters in the mirrors that are in my face and remind me to turn off but if thats not for you them something like this will work and are easier to install than the stock item.

http://www.amazon.com/automotive/dp/B002CURUBI

[yellow rex]

Some one makes a self canceling turn signal flash cant remember
who made it but I almost purchase one for a T-Rex I had, signal minder
by Kisan.

[Pedro66]

Some one makes a self canceling turn signal flash cant remember
who made it but I almost purchase one for a T-Rex I had.

Dude stop really please

[bobbyf6b]

I liked the self canceling signals on the HD (one of it's best features) because they didn't cancel for about 25 blinks. The Honda cancels after about 10 blinks. If I had to remove one thing from my bike that would be it. I'd rather have it going too long than have it cut off too soon.

[Steve 0080]

I had, signal minder by Kisan, that I put on my Rune...worked well about $100

[Cleaver1]

I don't find it any big deal to push the switch an extra time to keep the blinkers going. On the other hand, if they don't self cancel and you forget to do it, an approaching vehicle may think your turning and pull out or turn in front of you. Even though I rode Valkyries for 14 years, I often forgot to cancel the signal. For this reason the Deluxe was a great upgrade for me as I never forget to cancel now.