Question 1

would this adaptor fit into the smaller Din/Hella type 12v accessory sockets fitted to most motocycles.

Accepted Answer

I have not tried this with a motorcycle fitting. But if this is any help then here goes. The plug is circular with a central pin. it has a removable red sleeve (see photo on Amazon page) revealing a smaller diameter section. The dimensions are:The BIG diameter part (fits standard car socket) and also the red sleeve are 22-24mm or so diameter with 2 springs to make contact with the socket. The length from the BASE of the pin to the end of the BIG section is 32mm.WITHOUT the red sleeve, the diameter of the smaller part is 12-14mm diameter or so with 2 springs to make contact and this section is 12mm long from the base of the pin. The pin is 8mm or so long but pushes in obviously.SO if your motorcycle socket is about 20mm deep and about 15mm diameter it should fit OK. If it does not fit you can always return it for refund. By the way the charger is brilliant - maintains the battery without 'cooking' it. Can recommend.

Question 2

is there a cable to charge it from a three piont home  plug

Accepted Answer

Yes, this little cable just allows you to charge the vehicle through the cigarette lighter rather than connecting it directly to the battery. Your need to search for the CTEK charger unit itself which comes with the 3 pin plug on to plug it into the mains and 2 clips to connect it to the vehicle battery. If you don't want to faff on getting to the battery each time you reconnect the charger this little cable will allow you to just charge the vehicle through the cigarette socket.

Question 3

Hi does this work with a 2015 citroen c3 picasso thanks and best wishes

Accepted Answer

I think you need to check that the12v socket ( cigarette lighter ) where you intend to connect it too is still Live when the car is switched off, key is removed locked, if it is I’m sure it’ll work
Try plugging a phone charger or sat nav into the socket and then switch the car off and remove the key and lock the car if they are still working / charging then the socket is Live.

Question 4

How does it work with the ignition off?

Accepted Answer

It varies from car to car. If you plug a phone charger or something in and that works with the ignition off, then this should work. If your phone or whatever you plug in doesn’t work with the ignition off, then no it won’t work.

Manufacturer	Ctek
Brand	CTEK
Model	CTEK 56-870 Comfort Indicator Cig Plug
Product Dimensions	23.01 x 2.01 x 2.01 cm; 49.9 g
Batteries	1 Unknown batteries required.
Item model number	56-870
Manufacturer part number	56-870
OEM Part Number	56-870
Amperage	10.00
Voltage	12 Volts
Item Weight	49.9 g

CTEK56-870 Comfort Indicator Cig Plug

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