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Electrical Reference

Honda

Common wire colors, fuse box locations, and relay tap points for Honda motorcycles. Always verify with a multimeter before making connections.

Common Wire Colors

These are typical colors across recent Honda models. Colors can vary between model years — always verify with a multimeter.

ColorFunction
GGround (chassis)
RBattery positive (always hot)
BK/WIgnition switch (accessory)
OTurn signal left
LBLTurn signal right
LGHorn circuit

Fuse Box

Usually located under the seat or behind the left side panel. Honda uses blade-type fuses. The main fuse (30A) is often separate near the battery. Check for an auxiliary fuse slot.

Relay Tap Points

  • Turn signals: O (left) and LBL (right) wires at the rear sub-harness connector
  • Horn: LG wire at the horn — Honda horns are grounded through the button
  • Key switch: BK/W wire provides switched 12V when ignition is on
  • Always-hot 12V: R wire at the battery terminal with inline fuse

Notes

  • Honda uses GREEN for ground (not black) — don't confuse with turn signals on other brands
  • CB/CBR models have good under-seat space for mounting
  • Rebel/cruiser models: fuse box often behind the left side cover