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Their 5/21W (as tail/brake-light) so the different brightness is given...
Clear lenses for the front turninglights ST1100
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Fatjock
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The amber ones I removed from my bikes are rated at 8.3/26.9W. Doesn't equal a 4:1 ratio.
When I get some time, I'll measure the resistances of the bulbs and actual voltages of my bikes, to get real-world, rather than theoretical values. Maybe they are 4:1.
Fatjock
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Okay, so I promised pics tonight.
I apologize for the quality, but circumstances conspired against me being able to take time and do it right (especially the failing light levels.
But below are some shots showing the bikes with lights off, DRL's on, and indicators on (one at a time).
I'll do better when I have better light, more time, and a better camera available.
I apologize for the quality, but circumstances conspired against me being able to take time and do it right (especially the failing light levels.
But below are some shots showing the bikes with lights off, DRL's on, and indicators on (one at a time).
I'll do better when I have better light, more time, and a better camera available.
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Jim
Can't we put a video on this site ?
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Can't we put a video on this site ?
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Fatjock
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I don't know, but I will be taking a vid this weekend. If I can't get it to post here (possibly file size), I can web-host, and post a link.
So hopefully by Monday I'll have a video. It will show things so much better.
Jim
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Throw it on YouTube and link it into here...
But seeing Fatjock's picks already tells me that this switchback mod would cause legal issues over here...
The white front marker plus headlight simply outshine the activated turn-signal.
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Yep, Type 2 is the way to go, still I'd like the white a bit dimmer though...
I'll have to get a set and see what I can tinker...
Fatjock
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That's exactly the way I have it, but Headlights are permanently on in the US (No switch), so unfortunately I cant display the same way. I will get some video in daylight this weekend, and get it on here this weekend. Pics were shot in near darkness, so it should not flare out the lens so much in daylight.
Lookin' good to me Ad!
Fatjock
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https://youtu.be/tZ_tjH7B8fA
Here's a quick Video I took this afternoon. Not the best quality, but I never claimed to be Cecil B DeMille!
It should show what's going on with my bikes though. Both react the same way.
Here's a quick Video I took this afternoon. Not the best quality, but I never claimed to be Cecil B DeMille!
It should show what's going on with my bikes though. Both react the same way.
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I personaly find the amber lights not bright enough
The runninglights are ok.
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I personaly find the amber lights not bright enough
The runninglights are ok.
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Hi. That video will not play in the UK. Shame as your bike is the same colour as mine and would be really interested to see how they look.
video working uk for me (northern ireland)
yea, indicators should be brighter.
here's an idea, put orange bulbs in them and use them as indicators only, as honda made it.
or a tiny wee single led could be fitted in the corner and used with lights, and the orange flash over it. instead of all this overthinking.???
less to go wrong.
yea, indicators should be brighter.
here's an idea, put orange bulbs in them and use them as indicators only, as honda made it.
or a tiny wee single led could be fitted in the corner and used with lights, and the orange flash over it. instead of all this overthinking.???
less to go wrong.
Has anyone found good foam tape like what went around the old lenses, it insulated the lense from the housing. I don't worry about water leaks into the light assembly, I used some good silicone for that. Every foam tape I've found so far is to thick. All we have around here is big name autoparts stores and hardware stores. Thanks.
Just use this:
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Foam-Insulation-Insulate-Camper/dp/B00TYZTFTE
This is the stuff i use.
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Foam-Insulation-Insulate-Camper/dp/B00TYZTFTE
This is the stuff i use.
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I have used these bulbs on other bikes and recommend them. The white is very bright like a spot, very good for added visibility. The yellow flash is very noticeable. I needed to replace the flasher with an LED flasher on other bikes to prevent hyper flash. I haven't installed them on my ST yet. I'll post pics when done.
Great up grade, looks cool and I think it's safer as you are much more noticeable during the day with nice triangle of light.
Nosegear, that's what I did. I did not care to wire in a resistor and find a place for it to draw more power. I simply replaced the flasher relay unit with a plug n play LED compatible flasher relay.
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Got my pair (Thanks Ad). Can anyone that has done this swap over tell me the best way to remove the existing orange lenses? Is hot water enough, or should I stick them in a (low) oven?
I've also got 2nd hand some stop / tail bulb holders from Ebay. These have three wires. Plan is to wire one feed to the headlights to give me DRL's and the other to the indicators.
I have an electronic flasher unit waiting to be fitted.
I work with people who occasionally go to our office in the US, so I'm also going to order these: - http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/1157-Dual60SMD.W-A and have them brought back over.
I'll post piccies / video once complete, but it'll take a while...
I've also got 2nd hand some stop / tail bulb holders from Ebay. These have three wires. Plan is to wire one feed to the headlights to give me DRL's and the other to the indicators.
I have an electronic flasher unit waiting to be fitted.
I work with people who occasionally go to our office in the US, so I'm also going to order these: - http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/1157-Dual60SMD.W-A and have them brought back over.
I'll post piccies / video once complete, but it'll take a while...