This is a step-by-step guide to installing the HEX ezCAN K1600 for BMW motorcycles.
IMPORTANT:
This installation guide is only applicable to the BMW motorcycle models listed below.
If you are purchasing a HEX ezCAN for, or installing a HEX ezCAN on a BMW that is not in the model list below, refer to the HEX ezCAN for BMW Installation Guides main page for the model on which you want to install a HEX ezCAN.
The HEX ezCAN K1600 is also designed for F800GS models manufactured from 2022 (model code K80). The HEX ezCAN K1600 is not compatible with F800GS (model code K72) and F800GS Adventure models (model code K75) manufactured between 2008 and 2017. If you want to install a HEX ezCAN on either of these models, visit the HEX ezCAN F800 for BMW Bikes purchase page.
The following bikes are supported:
HEX ezCAN installation kit contents:
The following bikes are supported:
HEX ezCAN installation kit contents:
IMPORTANT: Generation I HEX ezCANs are no longer in production. All HEX ezCANs currently in production are Generation II.
Generation l 3-wire HEX ezCAN (55mm / 2,2″ silver main body; white packaging carton):
Generation l 2-wire HEX ezCAN (55mm / 2,2″ black main body; white packaging carton):
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Step 1: Locate the DWA connector
On all BMW K1600 models, the HEX ezCAN is controlled through the bike’s DWA (factory BMW anti-theft alarm system) connector, whether or not the bike is equipped with the optional BMW anti-theft alarm system.
The DWA connector is located under the front edge of the top box rack/pillion grab handle (below).
Depending on whether your bike is equipped with DWA, the DWA connector will be seen in one of two configurations:
If your motorcycle has the factory BMW DWA system: The DWA connector will be plugged into the DWA module (a typical view is shown below).
If your motorcycle does not have the factory BMW DWA system: A resistor plug will be connected to the DWA connector.
Step 2: Locate the vehicle battery
The bike’s battery is located under the front seat (green icon, below).
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the HEX ezCAN’s CAN-bus connector to any part of the motorcycle other than the diagnostic connector. If you do, the ezCAN will not function.
In the case of BMW K1600 models, it is generally advisable to install the main body of the HEX ezCAN under the pillion seat, forward of the DWA module.
Ensure that all HEX ezCAN wiring is routed safely and securely, in a way that does not allow it to chafe or pinch. Where needed, secure all wiring to frame tubes or other components using the cable ties supplied with the HEX ezCAN installation kit.
If your motorcycle has the factory BMW DWA system: The DWA connector will be plugged into the DWA module.
If your motorcycle does not have the factory BMW DWA system: A resistor plug will be connected to the DWA connector.
HEX ezCAN cable routing may depend on a number of factors, including your personal preference.
Ensure that the wiring is routed safely and securely, in a way that does not allow it to chafe or pinch. Where needed, secure all wiring to frame tubes or other components using the cable ties supplied with the HEX ezCAN installation kit.
WARNING: For safety reasons, always disconnect the negative battery terminal first, and re-connect it last.
Note: The HEX ezCAN’s status LED should be solid green for approximately a minute after connection to the battery. After this time, the HEX ezCAN enters Sleep Mode, and there will be no LED activity until the bike’s ignition is switched ON.
The HEX ezCAN installation kit includes four two-wire stub connectors with male connection terminals, orange power wires and black ground wires.
The following parts are also included:
If the accessory to be connected to a power circuit has three wires, convert a two-wire stub connector to a three-wire connector as shown in the Connecting 3-wire LED lights section of the HEX ezCAN User Manual (downloadable from here).
If the accessory to be connected to a power circuit has two wires, seal the stub connector’s empty terminal cavity as shown in the Connecting 2-wire accessories section of the HEX ezCAN User Manual.
If any of the HEX ezCAN’s power circuits will not be used, we recommend that you connect a blanking plug to the output plug of each unused circuit.
Connect the male terminal of each stub connector to the relevant female HEX ezCAN power circuit connector (below).
Connecting a 2-wire accessory to a HEX ezCAN stub connector:
Connecting a 3-wire accessory to a HEX ezCAN stub connector:
Connecting low-power smart accessories to a HEX ezCAN stub connector:
Read the HEX ezBUS and Configuring HEX ezBUS functionality sections of the HEX ezCAN user manual (downloadable from here) for detailed information on how to use ezBUS functionality.
If you are installing ‘smart’ accessories (that is, low-power accessories capable of intelligent input and control through the HEX ezCAN’s LIN bus), note the following:
Read the HEX ezBUS and Configuring HEX ezBUS functionality sections of the HEX ezCAN user manual (downloadable from here) for detailed information on how to use ezBUS functionality.
Note that if the white circuit is set to ezBUS mode, its fuse trip limit is set to 15 Amps by default. If needed, ezBUS PWR functionality can be used to increase the white circuit’s current capacity to a maximum of 30 Amps in ezBUS mode. See the relevant section of the HEX ezCAN User Manual for details.
IMPORTANT: If the stub connectors included in your HEX ezCAN installation kit do not have orange power wires, but instead have colours that match the colouring of the HEX ezCAN power circuits (as seen below), always connect like-to-like (red stub connector to red power circuit, blue stub connector to blue power circuit, and so on.)
The HEX ezCAN Extension Kit contains everything you need to connect front auxiliary lights, rear accessory lights and a horn to the HEX ezCAN. It also includes additional connectors that allow you to connect other accessories.
WARNING: Test and check your installations and accessories in a safe, controlled environment before first use. Caution is advised at all times. Extra vigilance is needed when testing new features or accessories. You do so at your own risk.
DISCLAIMER: HEX Innovate is not liable for any injury or damage, howsoever caused, and all products and services are used at your own risk.
Before finalizing the HEX ezCAN installation or re-installing any components you may have removed, it is important that you test all newly installed accessories for satisfactory fitment and correct operation.
Many HEX ezCAN-powered accessories can be tested by switching the ignition ON and operating the relevant controls. Exceptions include:
Complete the HEX ezCAN installation as follows:
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