Custom Dynamics Dynamic Strips CD-DS-ST-B User manual

Custom Dynamics® Dynamic Strips™ Turn Signals
Installation Instructions
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We thank you for purchasing the Custom Dynamics® Dynamic
Strips™ Turn Signals. Our products utilize the latest technology
and high quality components to ensure you the most reliable ser-
vice. We offer one of the best warranty programs in the industry
and we back our products with excellent customer support, if you
have questions before or during installation of this product please
call Custom Dynamics® at 1(800) 382-1388.
Package Contents:
- Dynamic Strips™ Turn Signals (pair)
- ST Harness L/R (1)
- 5/16”-24 X 3/4” Screws (4)
Part Numbers:
ATTENTION
Please read all Information below before Installation
Warning: Disconnect negative battery cable from battery; refer to
owner’s manual. Failure do to so may result in electrical shock, injury
or fire. Secure negative battery cable away from positive side of
battery and all other positive voltage sources on vehicle.
Safety First: Always wear appropriate safety gear including safety
glasses when performing any electrical work. It is highly recom-
mended that safety glasses be worn throughout this installation
process. Be sure vehicle is on level surface, secure and cool.
Important: This product is designed and intended for use as
auxiliary lighting only. It is NOT intended to replace any original
equipment lighting installed on the vehicle and should not be used
for that purpose. This product must be wired so that it does not
interfere with any original equipment lighting.
Note: The location of the factory harness plug may vary from model
to model and year to year. It will be located under the gas tank on
either the left or the right side of the frame support. Consult model
year owners manual to determine where factory plug is located.
Note: Installation of this product requires partial removal of the gas
tank. See owners manual or detailed service manual for instructions
on this procedure. If you are not comfortable performing this task
yourself, have this product installed by a qualified Harley-Davidson
mechanic or dealer.
CD-DS-ST-B
CD-DS-ST-C
CD-DS-ST-CC 1
Refer to the manufacturer detailed service manual for
instructions on removing the gas tank. We are not removing
it all the way, only sliding it back about 5 inches so that we
have access to the 8 pin turn signal harness plug located
on the right side of the bike, highlighted above. It will be
behind the rubber frame cover.
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Remove the connector from the connector plate, then plug
the male end of the ST-HARNESS into to the plug. Re-
mount the plug to the connector plate when complete.
Connector
Plate
8 Pin
Connector
Fits: 1999-2017 HD Fatboy® and Slim®
Fits: 1999-2017 HD Heritage and Deluxe® ( stock passing
lamps removed)

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Identify the LEFT side ST-HARNESS connections labeled
with a sticker marked “L”, they need to be routed over to
the left side of the bike. There is a small hole at the base of
the frame that the harness will run through. Pull the rubber
cover back and insert each red connector one at a time
through the hole, be sure to pull any slack available from
the other side. You may also remove the label.
4
The wires exiting the ST-HARNESS are paired with shrink
tube coverings. Take the Yellow and black paired wires and
twist them together as shown in the photo. Pair the White
and black wires in the same manner. Repeat for the Right
side connections on the ST-HARNESS.
5
Push the main part of the ST-HARNESS in behind the
rubber frame cover, leaving the output side of the harness
visible from the outside.
6
Route the ST-HARNESS output wires in behind the brake
and clutch lines on the frame to ensure they won’t interfere
with them. Re-install the gas tank to the frame by following
the instructions in the detailed manufacturer service
manual. The Harness part of the installation is complete,
we now have our connections for the Dynamic Strips™.
Twist
Pull
Left side of the
bike

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Take steps to protect the headlamp before working in this area. We have covered ours with a soft microfiber cloth.
There are 5 components that make up the cover: the front plate, side rails left/right and rear plates left/right. Remove the 3
screws (per side) that secure the fork cover assemblies. Note the screw locations in the photos A & B. The front plate in photo A
will remain fixed on the bike, while the rear plates L/R highlighted in photo B will be removed. Note that only the top screw in the
rear plate needs to be removed. Take care with these parts as they are painted and can chip or scratch easily. Stage removed
pieces so they can be drilled.
AB
Remove
Remove
Front Plate
Side Rail
Rear plate
Remove
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Remove the tie-wraps that secure the Dynamic Strips™
together and un-wrap the wires. Take the right strip and
place it over the 2 bolts that secure the cover. Using a
suitable pen or pencil, tilt the strip outward, noting the wire
outlet, then mark its location on the edge. Remove the strip,
then carry the mark to the center of the cover, equal points
between the 2 screws. Repeat for the other side.
Use a center punch at the marked location to ensure a
guide for the drill bit. Repeat for the other side.
8
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Using a 1/4” drill bit, drill the side rails using the punch mark made in step 8. Repeat for the other side.
Next, mount side rails back in place and use as a reference to mark and punch the left and right rear covers. Use a
center punch to mark the location before drilling. Remove both side rails and rear covers, then drill each rear cover.
Remount the left and right rear covers back in place and use as a reference to mark and punch each side of the
front cover. Use a center punch to mark the location before drilling. Do not drill the front cover yet, there are special
instructions on the next page.

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Note that there is a gap between the front plate and the
fork. Using the side rail, turn it over so that the back side is
facing outward (the side you don’t see when installed), then
insert it in behind the front cover at the drill site. This will
protect the fork from being punctured by the drill bit. Drill
the holes with the same 1/4” drill bit.
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Now that the drilling is complete, we must make sure that
there are no sharp rough edges on all parts of the cover that
could cut the wires from the Dynamic Strips™. Using a
de-burring tool like the one pictured, or a small circular metal
file, ream the holes to remove any debris.
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AB
Pair the right side strip with the right side rail, insert the wire through the rail. Make sure that the rail is oriented with the curve facing
outward (as if mounted on the bike) toward the strip. Remove the red backing from the 3M tape, then align the screw holes by line
of sight. Once properly aligned, press into place. Repeat for the other side.

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AB
Install the rear cover back to the bike. Insert the wires from the Dynamic Strip™ into the holes in the covers. Pull wire slack though
the other side. Repeat this for the other side. Route the wires to the ST-HARNESS connectors.
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Using the included mounting screws, secure the Dynamic Strip™ to the bike. Keep an eye on the strips as they are tightened, over
torqueing can cause the them to bow. Do not over tighten, see detailed service manual for torque specs. Repeat for the other side.
AB

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Purple = Left Turn (Yellow LEDs)
Black = Left Turn Ground
White = Left Running (white LEDs)
Black = Left Running Ground
Brown = Right Turn (Yellow LEDs)
Black = Right Turn Ground
White = Right Running (white LEDs)
Black = Right Running Ground
Left Turn Harness =Yellow
Left Turn Harness Ground =Black
Left Run Power =White
Left Run Harness Ground =Black
Right Turn Harness =Yellow
Right Turn Harness Ground =Black
Right Run Power=White
Left Run Ground =Black
ST-HARNESS
Male Connector
Left
Turn
Right
Turn
To Factory Harness Connector
Posi-Lock™ Connectors
Note: The secondary connector on
the ST-Harness is a pass-through
for the wiring if needed. It is typically
not used in this application.
Left Right
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Use the wiring diagram for connecting the Dynamic Strips™ wires to
the ST-HARNESS. You can wrap the red connectors with electrical
tape or they may be covered with heat shrink tubing, though neither is
mandatory.

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18 Test function of the Dynamic Strips™. In running mode, The white LEDs will be on. Test the left turn signal.
The white LEDs will turn off and begin flashing in amber LEDs. Disable left turn and the Amber LEDs will turn
off and engage the White LEDs. Perform this with the Right Turn Signals as well.
Note: This is a very IMPORTANT step. DO NOT SKIP.
Grab both sets of wires with the closed end of your fingers and
push them into the back of the fork cover as shown in the photo.
This should give about 5-6 inches of slack in the wires to allow the
handlebars to turn freely. If you desire, tie wraps may be used to
keep the wires in place.
Tuck Wires up
into the rear of
the fork cover
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