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Installation Guide

BeaverPaw works with any 12V motorcycle. This guide covers everything from minimum setup (just power) to full relay wiring. Connect what you want — the choice is yours.

Estimated time: 30 minutes (power only) to 2-3 hours (full relay wiring). For wire colors and fuse locations specific to your bike, see the brand electrical references.

What You Need

Tools

  • JIS or Phillips screwdriver (seat removal)
  • Wire strippers / crimpers
  • Multimeter (for verifying connections)
  • Zip ties
  • Heat shrink tubing or electrical tape

Included with BeaverPaw

  • BeaverPaw alarm unit with built-in battery
  • Pre-crimped wiring harness
  • Posi-Taps for non-destructive connections
  • Inline fuse (5A) for battery connection
  • Mounting hardware and zip ties
1

Power Connection (Required)

BeaverPaw needs constant 12V power from your motorcycle battery. This is the only required connection — everything else is optional. Use the included inline fuse for protection.

Connections

  • RED wire to battery positive (+) through the inline 5A fuse
  • BLACK wire to battery negative (-) or chassis ground

This must be an always-on connection (not switched by the ignition). The built-in 2600mAh battery provides backup if the main power is ever disconnected.

Anti-tamper: If someone cuts the power while the alarm is armed, the built-in battery takes over immediately and the alarm triggers. The battery lasts approximately 57 days in standby mode (1.9mA armed draw).

2

Key Switch Input (Recommended)

The key switch input tells BeaverPaw when your bike's ignition is on. When it detects 12V on this input, the alarm automatically enters Riding Mode — disabling all alarm outputs and motion detection so nothing fires while you ride.

Connection

  • ORANGE wire to a switched 12V source (ignition accessory circuit)

This wire should read 12V when the key is ON and 0V when OFF. The ignition accessory circuit or a fuse-tap on a switched fuse works well. Check your brand electrical reference for the wire color on your bike.

Smart voltage detection: BeaverPaw also monitors the 12V power supply line. It can detect charging voltage (13.2-14.4V = engine running), resting voltage (12.0-12.6V = engine off), and power disconnect (<1.5V = tamper alert).

3

Relay Wiring (Optional)

BeaverPaw has 4 relay outputs. Connect all of them, some of them, or none — the alarm works either way. Without any relay wiring, you get a silent alarm with app notifications, or you can just wire up an external siren on Channel 0.

Your responsibility: Wiring relays to your motorcycle's electrical system is your choice and your responsibility. If you're not comfortable working with your bike's wiring, skip the relay connections or consult a professional. BeaverPaw works perfectly fine with just a power connection.

CH0

Siren

Connect an aftermarket siren. COM to siren positive, NO to +12V. The relay closes during alarm to power the siren.

CH1

Lights

Flash your turn signals or headlights. Tap into the turn signal positive wire via a diode to prevent backfeed.

CH2

Horn

Trigger your bike's horn. Connect to the horn relay trigger wire (low-current side). The relay pulses during alarm.

CH3

Aux

General purpose. Use for ignition kill, starter inhibit, accessory control, or leave disconnected.

All relays are rated for 10A @ 30V DC with flyback protection. All relays are forced OFF during Riding Mode (safety rule — hardcoded, non-configurable).

4

Mounting

Mount the alarm unit in a protected location on your motorcycle. Under the seat, behind a fairing panel, or in a tool compartment are all good options. The unit is weather-sealed but should be protected from direct water spray.

  • Use zip ties or the included mounting brackets to secure the unit
  • Ensure the antenna has a clear path — avoid metal enclosures that block cellular/BLE signal
  • Keep the unit accessible for USB-C connection (firmware updates, debugging)
  • Route wires neatly and secure with zip ties to prevent chafing
5

Testing

After installation, verify everything works before buttoning up your bike.

  1. 1. Connect power — the status LED should blink indicating boot
  2. 2. Open the BeaverPaw app and pair via Bluetooth
  3. 3. Check telemetry: battery voltage, connection status, signal strength
  4. 4. Test arm/disarm from the app — verify relay clicks (if wired)
  5. 5. Turn the ignition key — verify the unit enters Riding Mode
  6. 6. Turn the key off — verify the unit returns to Disarmed
  7. 7. Arm the alarm and gently push the bike — verify motion detection triggers

Need Wire Colors for Your Bike?

Check your brand's electrical reference for common wire colors, fuse box locations, and relay tap points.

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