How to Tow a Trailer with a 5-Way Round Connector with a Bike With a 4-Way Flat
Question:
my bike has a flat 4 plug and my trailer has a round 5 plug why would i wire it?
asked by: Jeff R
Expert Reply:
Why is an interesting question for your situation. But most likely I would say the reason would be so that you could tow the trailer with your motorcycle?
Since 4-way flat connectors are much more popular than 5-way rounds I would recommend you remove the 5-way and install a 4-way flat to match the one on your bike. For a 4-way you would want the part # 18004. Now since most likely your trailer has separate turn signals from the brake light you will need to use a taillight converter as well like the part # C56196.
I attached a diagram that shows how this would wire to your trailer wiring.
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- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
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Curt 2 to 3 Wire Tail Light Converter
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Tail Light Converter
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Pollak 5-Pole, Round Pin Trailer Wiring Socket, Concealed Terminals - Chrome - Vehicle End
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