SparkBright, or Eliminate the Assimilator!

Nater_Potater · Sep 30, 2015

'Just got an email from Andrew at SparkBright telling me that he had some delivery issues over the last couple of months, but that it's been resolved. There's been a lot of interest lately with electrical upgrades, and this concern came up from one of the members having problems with getting one. Let's hope that's all over, as the Eclipse I put on mine last year has been a fantastic addition. http://www.sparkbright.co.uk/sparkright ... onitor.php

Nathan

JimNH · Sep 30, 2015

I have one as well and love it. I installed a 3 phase and removed the zeners and rectifier but just disconnected the assimilator. It wasn't worth the 3oz to remove it.

batrider · Oct 1, 2015

I just ordered one of these voltage monitors (Eclipse 5) from Andrew at Sparkbright last week. I have one made by Signal Dynamics in there now but I like to play with these things and this Sparkbright one doesn't have an extra electronics box. I used the yellow turn signal indicator lens for this because there are no turnsignals. It took a second email to get a response but now all good.

I still like the red warning light (because I'm used to it after 40+ years) but eliminated the assimilator when I went to the Podtronics 3 phase regulator. I'm using a simple DC voltage monitor (Model LVLD - only on/off) from AO Services now but if the battery is fully charged sometimes it won't come on when the key is turned on. Just a little annoying that's all.

Russ

tomspro · Oct 1, 2015

I was one of those who ordered and waited almost two months for it to ship.
Finally gave up and ordered one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190401283689
They shipped the same day that I ordered it. Has not arrived yet so cannot give an opinion, but they have sold lots of them.
It's good to have choices.

Nater_Potater · Oct 1, 2015

tomspro said:
I was one of those who ordered and waited almost two months for it to ship.
Finally gave up and ordered one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190401283689
They shipped the same day that I ordered it. Has not arrived yet so cannot give an opinion, but they have sold lots of them.
It's good to have choices.

Agreed. That Gammatronix looks like it'd be a comparable alternative. Please let us know how it works for you (once it arrives...)

Nathan

25ring · Oct 1, 2015

I've been using the gammatronix unit for a couple of months now on my 74 Roadster.Works great! I've currently got it programmed to monitor battery voltage,the led changes from red to amber to green showing a full charge.I took out the parking lamp switch in the headlamp and mounted it there.A perfect fit -FWIW--Mike.

L.A.B. · Oct 1, 2015

tomspro said:
Finally gave up and ordered one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190401283689
They shipped the same day that I ordered it. Has not arrived yet so cannot give an opinion, but they have sold lots of them.

I've been using a couple of those same Gammatronix monitors on various bikes for more than three years.
They could do with being a bit brighter in strong sunlight but that would be my only criticism.

Mikeysduck · Nov 17, 2015

Will a SparkBright, or eBay special fit the MKIII's dash board and look stock? If yes what size?
And I found this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321899359423?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT

L.A.B. · Nov 17, 2015

Mikeysduck said:
Will a SparkBright, or eBay special fit the MKIII's dash board and look stock? If yes what size?
And I found this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321899359423?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT

No, at least not that particular item without modification, as the MkIII (Pistor & Kronert) warning lights are smaller diameter than the usual Lucas type warning lamps fitted to pre-MkIII Commandos (and various other British motorcycles).

tomspro · Nov 17, 2015

Had the Gammatronix installed for a few rides now.
Works fine - color is a bit washed out in direct sunlight but still quite nice.
Happy with it and nice to know battery getting a charge from alternator over about 2000 RPM.
t

Nater_Potater said:
tomspro said:

I was one of those who ordered and waited almost two months for it to ship.
Finally gave up and ordered one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190401283689
They shipped the same day that I ordered it. Has not arrived yet so cannot give an opinion, but they have sold lots of them.
It's good to have choices.

Click to expand...

Agreed. That Gammatronix looks like it'd be a comparable alternative. Please let us know how it works for you (once it arrives...)
Nathan

Deets55 · Nov 17, 2015

When I installed a battery voltage monitor I was able to find these with a clear lens
https://www.ronfrancis.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DB-32

I gutted it out and was able to slide the LED bulb from the monitor into the shell. It was hard to tell the difference from stock. Unfortunately I can not find a source for the bulbs right now. I have since removed it and went back to the red idiot light and a CoolCat solid state assmilator. When I get a chance I will see if I can find the extra bulbs and battery monitor in my garage. I am away from home at the moment.
Pete

gripper · Nov 17, 2015

I had a gammatronix one about three years ago. It lasted about 4 -5 months and quit, since fitted a digital voltage meter bastardised from a plug in cigarette lighter one. No need to try and remember what colour/flashing combo means what

Deets55 · Nov 18, 2015

Follow up on previous post. Here is the clear bezel I used in the MKIII dash panel to mount the battery monitor LED.

http://www.k4switches.com/lights/indica ... bezel.html
Pete

Madnorton · Nov 18, 2015

AOSERVICES has a BSM that will replace the assimilator which is easy to fit comes with bezel and looks to have a bit more quality than the Gammatronix part. I have been using one for years and has proven totally reliable.

Mikeysduck · Nov 25, 2015

I contacted four k4 dealers, via email. I requested a price quote, delivered, for the clear bezel from all four.
That was a week ago. No reply... http://www.k4switches.com/lights/indica ... bezel.html

Deets55 · Nov 25, 2015

Mikeysduck said:
I contacted four k4 dealers, via email. I requested a price quote, delivered, for the clear bezel from all four.
That was a week ago. No reply... http://www.k4switches.com/lights/indica ... bezel.html

Mike,
I will try and find a receipt for those bulbs. It's been two years since I bought them so it's a slim chance. I will post it here if I find it.

Pete

Edit:
http://www.dansperformanceparts.com/k-f ... clear.html

mikegray660 · Nov 25, 2015

i have 4 of the gammatronixlimited charge monitors in bikes, a few for over 2 years and they work well and have an excellent guarantee/return policy - i had one where the bezel retainer ring things brake and they replaced it no questions asked - i also have one of there little electronic ignition in my 42 harley to help the point system out a bit and it made the bike run way better!

highly recommended

tomspro said:
I was one of those who ordered and waited almost two months for it to ship.
Finally gave up and ordered one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190401283689
They shipped the same day that I ordered it. Has not arrived yet so cannot give an opinion, but they have sold lots of them.
It's good to have choices.

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