How to Install a Stealth Plate (Vanish Plate) on Any Car or Motorcycle – 12V Wiring Made Easy

How to Install a Stealth Plate (Vanish Plate) on Any Car or Motorcycle – 12V Wiring Made Easy

Looking to install your Stealth Plate or vanish plate? Whether you drive a modified car, ride a street bike, or show off an off-road build, installation is fast, clean, and universal. This guide walks you through how to wire your Stealth Plate using either your 12V cigarette port or a direct battery connection—no fancy tools needed.

🔧 What is a Stealth Plate?

A Stealth Plate (also known as a vanish plate or blackout plate) is a wireless privacy license plate cover that turns black instantly—literally in under 0.2 milliseconds—when you press a button on the remote. There are no moving parts, no motors, and no noise. Just pure stealth.

It’s the cleanest way to protect your identity at shows, meets, private events, or off-road adventures. Plus, it’s a favorite among car and motorcycle enthusiasts for toll protection and camera evasion (off-road/show use only).

📦 What’s Included

  • Stealth Plate (Electrochromic Privacy Cover)

  • Wireless Remote + Control Box

  • 12V Power Plug (cigarette lighter style)

  • Hardwire Cable (for direct battery hookup)

  • 4-meter Extension Cable

  • Install Guide + Pre-Terminated Wiring

🔌 How to Power the Stealth Plate

The Stealth Plate system is simple—it runs off any 12V power source. You can power it two ways:

✅ Option 1: 12V Cigarette Port (Plug-and-Play)

  1. Plug the included 12V power adapter into your car or motorcycle’s lighter socket.

  2. Connect it to the Wireless Control Box.

  3. Plug in the 4-meter extension cable, and run it to the plate.

  4. Done. Power it up and press the remote.

Best for cars and temporary installs.

✅ Option 2: Direct Battery Wiring (Clean Install)

  1. Use the included hardwire kit.

  2. Connect red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal.

  3. Connect black wire to the negative (–) battery terminal or chassis ground.

  4. Plug the cable into the control box, then connect the extension wire to the plate.

Perfect for motorcycles, hidden installs, or clean engine bay setups.

⚠️ Voltage Warning

  • The Stealth Plate must run on 12V–16V only.

  • Never exceed 24V, especially when using test equipment or aftermarket transformers.

  • Going over voltage may damage the control box or plate.

🎮 Remote Control Features

  • Press once = Vanish mode (plate goes black in 0.2 milliseconds)

  • Press again = Normal mode (clear view)

  • Remote range: ~30 feet

  • Works with the included control box—no app or Bluetooth needed

🚗 Compatible With All Vehicles

If your ride has a 12V battery, this works. Period.

  • Cars (JDM, Euro, Domestic)

  • Motorcycles (S1000RR, Grom, Harley, R1, etc.)

  • ATVs, Off-Road Builds, and UTVs

  • Custom Show Vehicles and Private Collections

🔒 Why Install a Stealth Plate?

Toll Protection (avoid 407, EZ Pass, etc.)

Speed/Red-Light Camera Evasion (off-road use only)

Clean, stealth look for shows and meets

Full privacy control in under 0.2 milliseconds

No moving parts = no failure points

✅ Final Thoughts

Installing a Stealth Plate is one of the easiest car mods you’ll ever do. It’s universal, low-profile, and gives you full control with a single press of a button. Just wire it to your 12V port or battery and go. No software. No gimmicks. Just vanish.

Need help installing or want pro assistance? Message us at StealthPlates.ca or DM us on Instagram @stealth.plates.

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