P1000 Accessory Wiring Supplies & Choices

[GetDux91]

Good afternoon!

I've got the blinker/horn kit coming from the store for the 2023 P1000-6. While running the main harness from front to back, I'd like to plan ahead and run some additional wiring while I'm at it (make a dummy harness). That way if I decide to add accessories near the rear of the rig or even in the middle at a later time, I can save time by not having to drop the skid plate and navigate the wires over and over.

Not specifically asking about which gage of wire (there's threads I've found on that).

What are the best options for creating a "harness" on your own? I've seen things such as duplex and triplex wire, is that a better route than just getting a spool of different colored wire and making your own? What type of sheathing would you recommend for those? In terms of wire ends, what would be the best option for a quick plug/play setup - IE, what's the official name for the plug types similar to what come on the factory accessory switch wires under the hood? Lastly, does any big-box store carry these supplies readily? I would rather not wait on an amazon order every time I wanted to initiate a project.

Tagging @Hondasxs as it appears you must create most of the harnesses for the store.

Thanks a lot for your time.

 

[TxDoc]

Welcome from Texas

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[Hondasxs]

I tend to like duplex wire. But it seems hard to find here in the US. You should not need anything larger than 16AWG unless you running a sprayer pump or something like that.
You could run single wire, always ground somewhere at the rear.

Honda style 2 pin (current stock is black) - HM-2 Pin Male & Female Plug Connector Set for Honda UTV, SxS, ATV. Wire connector with Terminals and seals.

 

[Brett002]

Go to your local hardware store and buy an extension cord. This is how I run all my accessories to the rear of the machine. The gauge is overkill, but it's there if you need it. Also, easier to fish through the machine.

 

[Remington]

Go to your local hardware store and buy an extension cord. This is how I run all my accessories to the rear of the machine. The gauge is overkill, but it's there if you need it. Also, easier to fish through the machine.

@GetDux91
Was just gonna say the same thing.
I did the same to both my rigs, my 16 P1 and my 21’ Talon. Its more flexible, and the sheathing on it is thick and very durable. But I would suggest to go to menards to get it in a roll like I did. (Extension cord wire) You will need it in other places of the rig fo sho.

 

[Hillbillytnt]

What are you planning to run as far as accessories in the rear.

 

[GetDux91]

Go to your local hardware store and buy an extension cord. This is how I run all my accessories to the rear of the machine. The gauge is overkill, but it's there if you need it. Also, easier to fish through the machine.

Good idea, thanks for that! That may be especially useful for a heavy gage needs at the rear of the vehicle (see below).

What are you planning to run as far as accessories in the rear.

Unknown exactly at this point, but here is my rough list:

Mid Run (plugs would be somewhere near the back of front seat):
-Dome light (integrated switch) x 2 (front & rear seats) < 1 amp use.
-Soundbar < 8 amp use

Rear Run (plugs would be near the factory "reverse light" plug):
-Small/Mid-Size lightbar (switched) < 2 amp use
-Bed/Receiver Light < 1 amp use
-Sprayer Plug - 8-10 amp (unsure if this is wanted, yet)

 

[Brett002]

Another heads up is there is alot of overhead stereos that offer a dome light, so it's sort of 2 for 1. My MTX sound bar has this and I always forget it's there until I'm really far in looking for something to light up the cabin.

 

[GetDux91]

Another heads up is there is alot of overhead stereos that offer a dome light, so it's sort of 2 for 1. My MTX sound bar has this and I always forget it's there until I'm really far in looking for something to light up the cabin.

Great call!

 

[StewB]

My generic turn signal kit came with enough excess wire (14 or 16ga ?) to run a "for future use" line front to back. So I did it as I installed the signal kit and wrapped all of it in split conduit. I know where the dead tail is near the tail light. I think you have the right idea of adding a spare run when you're already snaking and zip tying the turn signal wires. If it were me, I'd probably go with 14ga - but you might need more for the sprayer.

 

[GetDux91]

My generic turn signal kit came with enough excess wire (14 or 16ga ?) to run a "for future use" line front to back. So I did it as I installed the signal kit and wrapped all of it in split conduit. I know where the dead tail is near the tail light. I think you have the right idea of adding a spare run when you're already snaking and zip tying the turn signal wires. If it were me, I'd probably go with 14ga - but you might need more for the sprayer.

That’s exactly what I was planning for! Thanks for the confirmation.