On the dash of the BMW R1150RT, below the fog light switch there is a cut out, where if you have the factory fitted radio, the LCD display is mounted. If you do not have the radio there is a great opportunity for you to fit one of these temp gauges. The unit itself is 12volt, comes with a back light (LED), has a ice alarm, with audible and visual alerts and it switches from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
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Temperature unit
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| 12 Volt switched supply |
| Coiled up temperature sender lead. Head of lead is located in wing mirror pod |
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Rubber matting
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| Silicone on glass slide |
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Original blanking plate
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The view from under the left hand speaker grille, with the fog light switch, at the top.
To fit the item, you remove the OEM blanking plate and rotate through 180 degrees, so that the screws go in from the other side, this will give you enough clearance to install the unit. I have stuck some rubber onto the plate to hold the temp unit more securely. I trimmed the alarm selector switch, as it just stands proud when you put the slide flush against it, and using silicone RTV, I sealed a microscope slide up against the face of the unit, to protect the unit and keep it dry.
I have been sending the units to people in the USA, for $40 inc shipping, units normally take 5-7 days to get there, it includes the glass slides.
If you would like any more information please e-mail me at rtrider @ rtrider.co.uk