TPMS overide

[Jim H]

went on a toy run today and it was 22* out when I met a bud for breakfast and 30 by the time we left to go to the ride....anyway I tried the same over ride on the TPMS warning that we can use for the Low Fuel readout that takes up the entire screen.  Sure enough the low Batt front tire came on and I did the top button hold, bottom button hold then bottom button release then top release and sure enough the red light came on and the screen was normal...even had the tire pressure readouts.  Not sure if this was ever discussed,  I never saw it so thought I might help someone else for a change! 

Jim

[maxtog]

Not sure if this was ever discussed,  I never saw it so thought I might help someone else for a change! 

Oh yes, this is pretty standard stuff.  It is the method used to clear anything that takes over the screen with the red light on.  It is handy, although the combination is crazy difficult to do while riding, encouraging unsafe action (which I have done many times).  They should have added a function to clear it by pressing the handlebar button two or three times rapidly, or long holding it or something like that.

[tomp]

A few weeks ago, when I was riding in almost freezing temps, the front sensor went nuts on the screen.  After a while of riding, I guess the tire warmed up and the alert went away.  No problem since,  Hopefully will be able to ride tomorrow and see if anything is amiss.  tomp

PS, thanks for the fix technique, maxtog.  tp

[Jim H]

  I tried while moving and the second time could not do it safely...so I pulled over, dash still flashing then did the buttons and worked at a stop as well.  The red light goes out when the tires warm up after a few miles.  Was so cold took a good 5 miles to do. 

   

[VirginiaJim]

It will get worse and take longer to go out at higher temperatures as the battery fades into the sunset.  If you are on warranty or extended warranty, Kwakers should fix it.  If not, you can replace the battery, which is what I did on mine.

[jimmymac]

Just keep in mind, if you get the sensors replaced under warranty, the new ones don't allow battery replacement. At least from what I've heard.

[maxtog]

Just keep in mind, if you get the sensors replaced under warranty, the new ones don't allow battery replacement. At least from what I've heard.

Correct.  Although they are theoretically supposed to last longer and be more reliable.  That is yet to be proven yet (only time will tell).

[twowheeladdict]

Just keep in mind, if you get the sensors replaced under warranty, the new ones don't allow battery replacement. At least from what I've heard.

So, does that  mean that some bikes are coming with ones that do not allow replacement?

The TPMS I bought for my Voyager, (why Kawasaki chose not to put it on that bike in unfathomable), has sealed sensors.  They are $50 each to replace but should last 3 to 5 years. 

[gPink]

Kawasaki Parts House is listing both the old style (with a new part #) sensor and the new.

2008=21176SENSOR,TPMS 315MHZ 21176-0107 21176-0125 $186.27

2014=21176SENSOR,TPMS 315MHZ 21176-0748 $198.86
         92210NUT 92210-0836 $7.89

[maxtog]

So, does that  mean that some bikes are coming with ones that do not allow replacement?

Yes, most probably.  I am not sure anyone knows exactly at what point in manufacturing, though (other than Kawasaki).  I would suspect sometime starting in 2014 models.

[maxtog]

Kawasaki Parts House is listing both the old style (with a new part #) sensor and the new.

2008=21176SENSOR,TPMS 315MHZ 21176-0107 21176-0125 $186.27

2014=21176SENSOR,TPMS 315MHZ 21176-0748 $198.86
         92210NUT 92210-0836 $7.89

Interesting.  The other threads made it sound pretty clear that the old ones were being replaced with the new, potted ones .  All the warranty replacements appear to be done with the new version now(like what happened on my bike, too).  I wonder if they are just listing the old part for historical reasons or something?

[gPink]

Could be ... except for the superseded part #...might be nos til they're gone.

It will let me order so it looks like they're in stock.

[maxtog]

Could be ... except for the superseded part #...might be nos til they're gone.

It will let me order so it looks like they're in stock.

I guess it could be that some 3rd parties have old stock inventory, but Kawasaki doesn't (for warranty use).

[Jim H]

I plan on getting the front replaced when I get a new tire this spring anyway.....I was just sharing how to override to get the dash back.  Did not see anyone say that before....just overriding for fuel warning.  Just trying to be helpful. 

Jim

[VirginiaJim]

That low fuel message can be stopped..

http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=13852.0

[maxtog]

That low fuel message can be stopped..

http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=13852.0

Except then you completely lose ALL low fuel warnings, meaning you have to be very careful.

[sailor_chic]

Except then you completely lose ALL low fuel warnings, meaning you have to be very careful.

My new riding partner can relate to this problem

[Jim H]

  that I know......would be nice to have the low battery go away as well though.

[VirginiaJim]

Except then you completely lose ALL low fuel warnings, meaning you have to be very careful.

CAREFUL!  Never!

[B.D.F.]

True but I am a big fan of being careful.... and deliberate. And in my own personal opinion, being careful and paying close attention are really good things when riding a motorcycle. 

Brian

Except then you completely lose ALL low fuel warnings, meaning you have to be very careful.