Access the installation area.
Remove the rider and pillion seats. If heated seats are fitted, unplug the heating connectors under both seats. Follow the power-isolation sequence above before working on the wiring.
Identify your configuration.
The XDWA connector is attached to either the optional anti-theft alarm module or the original resistor plug.
Release the connector.
- Pull the small white locking tab away from the connector, along the wiring run.
- Press the release tab.
- Hold the connector body and pull it free. Do not pull on the wiring.
XDWA connector release clip. The numbered instructions above provide the step-by-step reference.
Connect the inline harness.
Connect the male SercoCAN CAN-bus connector to the female BMW XDWA connector.
With alarm
Connect the female SercoCAN connector back to the BMW alarm module.
Without alarm
Connect the original BMW resistor plug to the female SercoCAN connector.
Reconnect battery power.
The R1300 guide specifies the red lead to battery positive (+) and black lead to battery negative (−). Reconnect positive first and negative last.
Use the original PDF for the complete installation procedure and contact us if your connectors differ.
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