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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => The Bike - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 04:59:03 AM

Title: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 04:59:03 AM: I plan to solder in a couple of new TPS batteries, and was searching Battery Bobs website and found these.
http://www.batterybob.com/product.asp?intProdID=303321 (http://www.batterybob.com/product.asp?intProdID=303321)

Most folks that had been doing it have been using these.
http://www.batterybob.com/product.asp?intProdID=655056 (http://www.batterybob.com/product.asp?intProdID=655056)

I believe the first ones will be easier to make fit. Guess I'll see. I ordered a couple. Oh, and they are a couple of bucks cheaper.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 05:20:27 AM: At least this one has the leads on the same side.

(http://www.batterybob.com/productimg/lithium/303321.jpg)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: stevewfl on February 27, 2013, 06:22:01 AM: Nice! I went up to cold frigid GA and I got the warning on my bike. I was planning to soldier a couple of bats in mine next time i have the wheels off.

I'll be watching you goo-roo types closely in this thread heh (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/bigthumb.gif)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: lather on February 27, 2013, 06:46:07 AM: A member at the other site has a done several of these. I posted the same pic that Conrad did and asked what he thought. He suggested the batts with the larger tabs with the holes. I think we can make a more secure solder joint with these so that is what I bought. I also bought ten of the battery holders. If these will easily fit I may use them instead to make battery replacement easier. I won't know until I open up one of the units. I bought ten because I was unsure on the Chinese Ebay site whether there were actually 5 to a pack or just 5 available. I bought two packs since they were only about $3.00. So I have extra, if anyone wants a set PM your address.

On the other site someone dremeled up the unit and epoxied in the holder. I am not sure I want to put a dremel on my unit. :-\ :o
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: stevewfl on February 27, 2013, 07:46:50 AM: *subscribed*
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: devilboy on February 27, 2013, 08:20:28 AM: I might have missed it , but are the TPMS(and Battery) covered by the initial 3 yr warranty and any subsequent 3 yr warranty that you add??? Thanks if this has been covered before....
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 08:28:02 AM: Quote from: devilboy on February 27, 2013, 08:20:28 AM
I might have missed it , but are the TPMS(and Battery) covered by the initial 3 yr warranty and any subsequent 3 yr warranty that you add??? Thanks if this has been covered before....

Kawasaki claims that these batteries 'should last' 5 years. So if you're under wattanty and your batteries are less than 5 years old, your dealer should replace them under warranty. I had mine done and so did LOTS of other guys.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Rhino on February 27, 2013, 08:31:09 AM: I bought these ones. The tabs come out the same side. I haven't soldered them in yet but hope they work.

(http://media.digikey.com/Photos/Panasonic%20Photos/CR-2032L%5EF1N.jpg)

http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/CR-2032L%2FF1N/P668-ND/2415266 (http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/CR-2032L%2FF1N/P668-ND/2415266)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: lather on February 27, 2013, 09:31:33 AM: that looks like it may be the best option.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: devilboy on February 27, 2013, 10:03:11 AM: Quote from: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 08:28:02 AM
Kawasaki claims that these batteries 'should last' 5 years. So if you're under wattanty and your batteries are less than 5 years old, your dealer should replace them under warranty. I had mine done and so did LOTS of other guys.
TY for your quick answer... I am sure inquiring minds wanted to know...
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Rhino on February 27, 2013, 10:51:52 AM: Quote from: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 08:28:02 AM
Kawasaki claims that these batteries 'should last' 5 years. So if you're under wattanty and your batteries are less than 5 years old, your dealer should replace them under warranty. I had mine done and so did LOTS of other guys.

My closest dealer is about 30 min away and since I do my own tires anyway, it would actually be faster to do them myself when I change tires. Well in theory. I'll let you know after the first time I do it. ;)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 10:54:14 AM: Quote from: Rhino on February 27, 2013, 10:51:52 AM
My closest dealer is about 30 min away and since I do my own tires anyway, it would actually be faster to do them myself when I change tires. Well in theory. I'll let you know after the first time I do it. ;)

Good luck with that! I'd do the same in your case.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 11:20:27 AM: Quote from: Rhino on February 27, 2013, 08:31:09 AM

I bought these ones. The tabs come out the same side. I haven't soldered them in yet but hope they work.

(http://media.digikey.com/Photos/Panasonic%20Photos/CR-2032L%5EF1N.jpg)

http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/CR-2032L%2FF1N/P668-ND/2415266 (http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/CR-2032L%2FF1N/P668-ND/2415266)
That's pretty nice too! Thanks for posting. That'll be My other option if the ones I bought won't work.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: lather on February 27, 2013, 11:48:17 AM: I ordered from digikey 4 for $4 $3 shipping usps but they called and saud
Usps willnot ship lithium so would be $13 ups or fedx.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Rhino on February 27, 2013, 12:07:58 PM: Quote from: lather on February 27, 2013, 11:48:17 AM
I ordered from digikey 4 for $4 $3 shipping usps but they called and saud
Usps willnot ship lithium so would be $13 ups or fedx.

Same thing here but I thought I paid $7 for UPS ground. It was about 2 months ago and can't remember.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 12:31:02 PM: I read that USPS will not ship lithium internationally, but will domestically. batterybob.com doesn't charge shipping, and I assume He just mails them in a padded envelope.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: lather on February 27, 2013, 12:57:04 PM: Ill look for another source.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 01:24:51 PM: Newark Electronics sells em. $2.55 each.

http://www.newark.com/dantona-industries/cr-2032l-f1n/battery-lithium-coin-3v-w-tabs/dp/65W7440?Ntt=CR-2032L/F1N (http://www.newark.com/dantona-industries/cr-2032l-f1n/battery-lithium-coin-3v-w-tabs/dp/65W7440?Ntt=CR-2032L/F1N)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: lather on February 27, 2013, 01:52:54 PM: Thanks
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: motocopter on February 27, 2013, 07:29:01 PM: Quote from: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 12:31:02 PM
.... batterybob.com doesn't charge shipping, ....

;D

Not sure if this was intentional, but it struck me as humorous! 8)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 10:05:40 PM: Quote from: motocopter on February 27, 2013, 07:29:01 PM
;D

Not sure if this was intentional, but it struck me as humorous! 8)
LOL. It's pretty funny, but battery Bob exists, I promise. Haha
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Rhino on February 28, 2013, 08:03:26 AM: Quote from: jamiemac on February 27, 2013, 12:31:02 PM
I read that USPS will not ship lithium internationally, but will domestically. batterybob.com doesn't charge shipping, and I assume He just mails them in a padded envelope.

When I need more in 3 years I will look up battery Bob. Probably doesn't bother tell the USPS that there is a gram or less of lithium, completely sealed in stainless steel in the package ;)
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: just gone on February 28, 2013, 09:59:26 AM: Quote from: Conrad on February 27, 2013, 01:24:51 PM
Newark Electronics sells em. $2.55 each.

http://www.newark.com/dantona-industries/cr-2032l-f1n/battery-lithium-coin-3v-w-tabs/dp/65W7440?Ntt=CR-2032L/F1N (http://www.newark.com/dantona-industries/cr-2032l-f1n/battery-lithium-coin-3v-w-tabs/dp/65W7440?Ntt=CR-2032L/F1N)

Patience!...or plan ahead.

Quote from: Newark Electronics
Availability: 0
Non-Stocked
Non-Stocked products will ship with the lead time displayed.

- Non-Cancelable/Non-Returnable
Lead Time 104 days
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Gsun on February 28, 2013, 12:00:32 PM: I took the old batts to a local battery place and they made two for me in a couple of hours for five bucks. Look locally for abattery specialty place.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Conrad on February 28, 2013, 01:08:47 PM: Quote from: fartymarty on February 28, 2013, 09:59:26 AM
Patience!...or plan ahead.

I guess I missed that lead time! I order stuff from Newark all the time for work, good business.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: jamiemac on February 28, 2013, 03:59:10 PM: Quote from: Gsun on February 28, 2013, 12:00:32 PM
I took the old batts to a local battery place and they made two for me in a couple of hours for five bucks. Look locally for abattery specialty place.
Wow, Cool! I'll remember that.
Title: Re: I think I found a better Tire Pressure Sensor battery
Post by: Z71 on March 03, 2013, 07:23:01 PM: Quote from: stevewfl on February 27, 2013, 06:22:01 AM
I was planning to soldier a couple of bats in mine next time i have the wheels off.

Must be military solder you are using. ;D