Triumphrat

jackn · 08-13-2005

As above. What and where would I get a suitable plug that fits this socket? I've just realised that it's not a 'cigar' lighter sized one.

tango · 08-13-2005

BMW do them, at a price. I got mine from a caravan centre, a couple of quid I think, if that.

nehpetsthegrey · 08-13-2005

Triumph dealers also do them and if memory serves, the prices are competitive.

jackn · 08-13-2005

Thank you. Makes me wonder why Triumph didn't just fit a standard 'cigar' lighter socket.

fastslug · 08-13-2005

touratech do plenty of stuff to convert/fit a cigar socket, also the bmw socket is regarded as much better quality than the triumph one so many dealers ( not just bmw ) stock them for only a couple of quid

dgilmore · 08-13-2005

Probably the best source is:
Click here
they have scads of different plugs, connectors, etc. Also, do you folks on that side of the pond have John Deere dealers (forgive my ignorance)? John Deere uses them on some of their larger tractors. The advantage to this type of a plug is that it doesn't vibrate out, like cigar plugs have the tendency to do.
Cheers,
Dave

ST · 09-10-2005

The oxford optimate ciggy plug fits and is good value at £8.

pigpen955 · 09-14-2005

Quote:

On 2005-08-13 15:44, jackn wrote:
Thank you. Makes me wonder why Triumph didn't just fit a standard 'cigar' lighter socket.

The 'BMW' kind do a much better job at keeping the connection in the more vibratory environment on a motorcycle. Also, they are easier to fit the little weather doors to the female plug which is on the bike so that no water, etc. gets into an electrical connection.

Cheers,
Fred

KuzzinKenny · 09-14-2005

there`s loads of cheap plugs on ebay at the mo, just type in ( accessory plug ) and take yer pick of the best price.

hope this helps !!

KK

djr · 09-15-2005

check out your local caravan/camping dealer. good chance they will have them in stock.