BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Jim,

The details for the Stebel Magnum horn fitted on my 2015 RT (as supplied from within the UK):- BrandSTEBELItem model numberTM80/1 Magnum Bl lowManufacturer Part NumberTM80/1 400Hz 12vVoltage12 volts

Hello again,
I've finally got around to fitting my Stebel Nautilus horn.
Managed the fitting okay but am unable to remove enough plastic to route the battery feed to the relay.
I've only managed the lower side, two screws and a push-pin.
Reluctant to attack it too hard for fear of breakage.
Answers on a post card....................
No, seriously though, can someone talk, show me how to safely remove to offside plastic?


Thanks

Remove the 2 screws on the inside then pull the fairing free from its 2 rubber grommets on the lower edge then slide it backwards away from locating tabs on the top rear corner.  Really easy once you have done it first time.

I straightened a metal coat hanger, taped wire to one end and fed it through cowling, paying attention to staying away from hot things.

Thanks for those.
I will check out the advice later, mine is a 2014LC.
Are we talking about the same model?


Failing that, I'll ask daverj if we can meet up, as he only lives a short ride north of me (Oswestry).
Barry

Mine is a 2015 LC  feel free to come up for a visit anytime  or could meet at the Ponderosa for a brew and a chat maybe make it a forum outing

Thanks,
side panel removed and the one above it.
I think I need to remove the offside and central petrol tank plastic or else revert to the wire coat hanger. Don't tell me I have to remove the mirror !!!!


A meet at the Ponderosa - excellent idea.
Sunday looks cold but dry, mind you I can make virtually any day - any excuse for a ride- lol
Nearer the time we can firm up timing and anyone else that fancies a ride out and a brew.


Any ideas where I can get a male plug to connect to the existing horn wiring?

Nippy Normans sell a fitting kit for around £17 has the plug and you just fit 2 spade connectors to connect to horn. Much better than their £49 fitting kit which doesn't have the plug to connect to the original loom.

Sorted, should get the horn up and running by the weekend.
Thanks

Finally sorted. Horn plug and lead arrived in today's post.
Really nice and loud. Seems louder than when I used it on my Pan, but then it was shielded by a lot of plastic.
Much more open on the LC.


With hindsight I should have used black wiring instead of red then it wouldn't have been noticeable.
Still, you can't have everything.
Now, what's next??????

Steve F wrote: Yes, not a problem. I recently fitted the Magnum horn on my 2015 RT, and mounted it exactly where the OEM pip squeaker was fitted. I already had a can bus wiring loom adapter (from Nippy Normans) which just plugs straight in the bike's horn connector. Very straightforward and works a treat.

Do you have any pictures of the fit and what did you use as a bracket??

I used the original horn bracket.
I'll try and get a picture or two tomorrow and post them.

stevie_s wrote: Do you have any pictures of the fit and what did you use as a bracket??

stevie_s,
I don't have any photos to hand, but I did use the original metal bracket / strap with a slight bend/tweek, so that the horn body didn't collide with the forks on full lock. I found the NN wiring loom somewhat long, so I just coiled up the spare and tie wrapped it accordingly. Otherwise, no other modifications necessary.

Extracting images from a video on YouTube which describes the installation of another horn I made a series of images that in sequence show how to repalce the stock horn with another, including a relay for the horn.

I'm about to fit a Stebel nautilus horn to my 2012 R1200RT. I have the horn and a CANbus connector, but no instructions about what to do with the CANbus connector.
I haven't had a look at the original horn or wiring yet. Can I plug in the CANbus connector in place of the standard horn and connect the two wires to the Stebel? OR do I still have to use the relay? (ie use the wires from the CANbus to switch the relay.)