E-Z Jump Jumper Cables

[steveb]

On Amazon I found a jumper cable setup that I like.  It's the "E-Z Jump : 2 Piece Motorcycle & ATV Jumper Cable".  Basically it has a pigtail that connects to the battery (like a Battery Tender does) and, using an SAE connector, can be attached to a longer cable for use in giving or receiving a battery jump.  The cabling is 10 gauge, so it's robust enough to handle the needed current.  I figure I'll replace my current battery tender pigtail with the 10 gauge version, which would keep my batter tender functionality, allow jumping, and also allow me to connect easily to my air pump when needed (draws too much current to be connected using the standard "cigarette lighter" power sockets).
 
 
 
Here is a link to what I'm talking about:
https://www.amazon.com/E-Z-Jump-Motorcycle-Jumper-Cables/dp/B00AUA90VK/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1381931080&sr=1-4&keywords=motorcycle%20jumper%20cables&tag=viglink20376-20
 
 
 
In any case it seems this product is no longer available from any source I've been able to find.  Sooo, if I can't find it ready-made, I'm looking at re-creating it.  I found some adaptable pieces on Amazon:
 
 
 
https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Trucker-Disconnect-Harness-Connector/dp/B01GK9HV9C/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1535163001&sr=8-5&keywords=10%2Bgauge%2Bsae%2Bconnector&dpID=41QDyXl-8WL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1
 
 
 
https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Trucker-Disconnect-Harness-Connector/dp/B01NH0W2Y7/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1535163001&sr=8-5&keywords=10%2Bgauge%2Bsae%2Bconnector&dpID=41QDyXl-8WL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1
 
 
 
I would rather buy a ready made item (less effort, and usually less expensive than buying the separate pieces).  If anyone knows where I can get the original (or equivalent) please let me know.  Otherwise I'll be creating my own. 
 
 
 
Thanks,
 
 
Steve
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

[okietgtrider]

This would serve. All you need is SAE pigtail to the bike. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074BQBDVT/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B074BQBDVT&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=a54d13fc-b8a1-4ce8-b285-d77489a09cf6&pf_rd_r=ZA4B7J20V4N61G92Y2PC&pd_rd_wg=6hvKc&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&pd_rd_w=UQABu&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pd_rd_r=152eaaa6-a875-11e8-a8ea-092258445276

[jsp]

The SAE connectors used are only rated at 5 or 10 amps. To start a motorcycle, peak amps could hit 100 or more. The last pigtail shown only has a 7.5 amp fuse. I have a custom set-up on my FJ using 10 gauge wire and Deans Ultra Plugs from radio controlled cars and planes. This works.
john

[okietgtrider]

This also looks like a good option.  https://easternbeaver.com/Main/Elec__Products/Powerlink/powerlink.html 
 

 

[steveb]

The SAE connectors used are only rated at 5 or 10 amps. To start a motorcycle, peak amps could hit 100 or more. The last pigtail shown only has a 7.5 amp fuse. I have a custom set-up on my FJ using 10 gauge wire and Deans Ultra Plugs from radio controlled cars and planes. This works. john

Those peak amps would only last a very short time.  I'm doubting that the 10 gauge cable and connector would become hot enough to be a problem.  An inline fuse is sounding like a bad idea though  :^).   The Deans Plugs look solid, and an adapter can be made. 
 
 
Starting to think it makes more sense to just get one of those small jump start power packs.  Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Arteck-External-Automotive-Motorcycle-Flashlight/dp/B01DVSSCG6  
 
 
 
 
 
 

[fddriver2]

For as often as you should need to be jumped I would think a set of motorcycle jumper cables would suffice. Or if you are a solo long distance rider one of those tiny jumper packs from Pod.
 
https://www.revzilla.com/product/yuasa-jumper-cables
 
 
https://www.thepodx.com/POD-X1-Black-Portable-Jump-Starter-p/fl-pod-x1bk.htm

[jsp]

As far as my set-up with 10 gauge wire and Deans Ultra Plugs, let me give you some back ground. Years ago we were racing battery powered radio controlled cars at a National and international level. You start with a 7.2 volt NiCad or Ni-Mh battery, with such low voltage it becomes very critical to minimize resistance and all sources of power loss. Peak amperage could be over 100 amps and average over 4 minutes was in the 50 amp+ range for some types of racing. So big wire, short wire, soldered connections were the norm. Then the Deans Ultra Plug came out. I personally tested the connector at 100 amps for 4 minutes, virtually no voltage loss and no heat rise at all. Awesome. My set-up will only power one item at a time, GPS, air compressor (10+ amps), jumpers, Battery Tender. Cost was under $15 and took an hour to make. I have successfully jumped my bike from a car, to another bike twice, and fixed a few flats. I also have one of the jumper packs but using that requires removing my saddlebags, passenger seat and riders seat. I'll stick with my system.
john
4 time National Champ