Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

[ilyasbaig]

LED lamps on RE thunderbird

Hi can anyone suggest if its possible to change the stock lamp of the projector headlight of new RE TB 500 with LED bulb.. if so please suggest the model and also if any video or pics plz share

[Arshad Shaikh]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Can anyone help. .?

[Arshad Shaikh]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Finally got my desired illumination setup on my bike.
Running a led bulb on the stock reflector and using these quad led aux lights (all are in spot configuration) upper ones work as high beams and the other ones work as low beams.

HI, could you please share your experience with your LED headlights so far. I'm thinking of changing my stock bulbs to LED ones on my pulsar AS200.
i have shortlisted some LED headlights on aliexpress, similar to the one you have installed.
so could you please throw some light on it.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Newest-H7-Led-CREE-High-Power-30W-3600lm-3000K-4300K-6000K-8000K-Strong-Bright-Car-Headlight/32627797105.html?spm=2114.13010308.0.0.BUGDkQ

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/CNSUNNYLIGHT-Car-Turbo-LED-Headlight-Kit-Canbus-H7-80W-10000LM-Super-Bright-Replace-Bulb-w-Anti/32749114142.html?spm=2114.13010308.0.0.Sa1Bk9

[Amit CBF150]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Dude I have a Unicorn which has HS1 as stock and H4 will fit directly into it. You need not bend anything. I donno to which bike you had to bend it

* HS1 is the term for the PX43T base halogen bulbs. HS1 can be replaced with H4 P43T.
* H4 is the term for P43T base and P45T base (round base, instead of three prongs, old style on it's way out) halogen bulbs.

Karizma, Uni, CBZX, Hunk, Apache RTR, Pulsar (except 220) all these i have seen, come with HS1 (PX43T) bulbs, and can be replaced with P43T H4 automotive bulbs.

HS1 bulb The only difference between the HS1 and an H4 halogen bulb, is that the middle pin at the base is 1-2mm thicker. Hence the notation PX 43t compared to P43t. The middle pin they refer to is not the pin where you plug in the wire. The pin they refer to is the middle leg/tab/prong that locates the bulb in the holder.

PX43T bulbs have a wider center tab motorcycles can use P43T bulbs in place of HS1 (PX43T).

P.S - In my earlier post I mentioned that sockets are same, not the base.

HVVH

Yes............................................... ...................... I can fit H4 35watt instead of HS1 35watt in my HONDA CB Unicorn 160 ...but it will damage my connector,wires,reflectors,lens glass...? please help....http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:KDS4444/HS1_bulb

[krishna77]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Thanks for the explanation Souritra!

[Akshaythakur]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

If you are converting the bike to Full DC, then anything is just fine.

BUT..!!... 50 / 60 watts produces quite some heat, hence the reflector can get damaged over extended period of time. Prefer a High end HID projector setup or LED H4 bulbs, as they will produce lesser heat.


And yes, always attach aux lights on crash guard and connect it to the highbeam or use it with an extra switch, to have that extra punch of light when you need them.

PM me if you need any help.

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Being in the era of LEDs, where LEDs also come in 4300 kelvin range, also additional yellow masks are available for such LED aux lamps to make them deeper yellow, I dont see a necessity of going for halogen which will drain the battery and also are not very bright.


The stock electrical system will no way able to handle 2*55 watts + Headlamp for more than 30 mins at a stretch.

Replace the main headlamp bulb with an OSRAM or PHILIPS and add a relay harness system to make them as bright as possible(use 100% of its efficiency) and reduce risk of switch malfunction.

Get all the fitment done and get it checked by a mechanic if the bike is able to charge the battery with everything running.

Replace the pilot lamps and the tail lamp with LED and you will be saving about 30 watts of power.

A pan India ride requires your bike to have sufficient electrical juice to run all the lights and also extra accessories like phone charger and heated grips etc. Do all the ground work and preparation properly.

If needed, get a rewinding done to produce more electrical power. And rest assured, if rewinding is done by a pro or done by your self, nothing is going to fail or fall off during any ride.

Don't hesitate to invest money in the modifications as you will not repent in the days to come while you are on a journey.

Wish you all luck.

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2 Steps -

1. Rewind the stator & replace the Regulated Rectifier.

2. Reroute the headlamp circuit to ingnition circuit.

Done.

Thank you bro....😄

[bobisbacktorock]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Souritra, I have a confusion - can I use Philips Xtreme Vision H4 60/55w with my SS-125? The headlight of the SS-125 is not that good and needs an upgrade. I'm going to convert the electrical set up of my bike to Full DC coming weekend. Or is there any other make/model that comes to your mind(like HID/Projector/aux lights)? Only 5Ah battery is a cause of concern for me. I am worried whether the battery can withstand the load of a more powerful setup than the stock.

If you are converting the bike to Full DC, then anything is just fine.

BUT..!!... 50 / 60 watts produces quite some heat, hence the reflector can get damaged over extended period of time. Prefer a High end HID projector setup or LED H4 bulbs, as they will produce lesser heat.


And yes, always attach aux lights on crash guard and connect it to the highbeam or use it with an extra switch, to have that extra punch of light when you need them.

PM me if you need any help.

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Hello all.

I'm doing a pan-India leisure ride for about three weeks starting from next week.
I have a RE C350 and I am in a severe need of auxiliary lights which can penetrate through the fog and rains.
We all know, that the laws of optics do not allow the convenient LED lamps to penetreate through the fog as easily as the Halogen one does.
I came across a few items on Ebay, a seller named VolgaAutomotive. (picture attached)

It is a H3 12V DC 55W bulb.

My query is, would the battery take two of them? Anyone has done the same? I know a relay has to be added, but still I'd appreciate if anyone knows more about this. How about just one lamp mounted below the license plate to avoid overloading if any?

Waiting for the wise ones to respond. Thank you

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Being in the era of LEDs, where LEDs also come in 4300 kelvin range, also additional yellow masks are available for such LED aux lamps to make them deeper yellow, I dont see a necessity of going for halogen which will drain the battery and also are not very bright.


The stock electrical system will no way able to handle 2*55 watts + Headlamp for more than 30 mins at a stretch.

Replace the main headlamp bulb with an OSRAM or PHILIPS and add a relay harness system to make them as bright as possible(use 100% of its efficiency) and reduce risk of switch malfunction.

Get all the fitment done and get it checked by a mechanic if the bike is able to charge the battery with everything running.

Replace the pilot lamps and the tail lamp with LED and you will be saving about 30 watts of power.

A pan India ride requires your bike to have sufficient electrical juice to run all the lights and also extra accessories like phone charger and heated grips etc. Do all the ground work and preparation properly.

If needed, get a rewinding done to produce more electrical power. And rest assured, if rewinding is done by a pro or done by your self, nothing is going to fail or fall off during any ride.

Don't hesitate to invest money in the modifications as you will not repent in the days to come while you are on a journey.

Wish you all luck.

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I have a suzuki access 125 and i want to convert the headlight to full dc as the headlight is too dim and i run over potholes everytime at the night....help!!!

2 Steps -

1. Rewind the stator & replace the Regulated Rectifier.

2. Reroute the headlamp circuit to ingnition circuit.

Done.

[krishna77]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

First step is to convert the motorcycle to full DC. Then do rest of the things like LED or HID up-gradation.

Souritra, I have a confusion - can I use Philips Xtreme Vision H4 60/55w with my SS-125? The headlight of the SS-125 is not that good and needs an upgrade. I'm going to convert the electrical set up of my bike to Full DC coming weekend. Or is there any other make/model that comes to your mind(like HID/Projector/aux lights)? Only 5Ah battery is a cause of concern for me. I am worried whether the battery can withstand the load of a more powerful setup than the stock.

[Akshaythakur]

How to convert suzuki access ac headlight to dc?

I have a suzuki access 125 and i want to convert the headlight to full dc as the headlight is too dim and i run over potholes everytime at the night....help!!!

[adeeshnoor.singh]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

I own a HH CD Deluxe. The stock headlight was 35/35W Halogen(AC), which was not at all sufficient for night riding. Recently, i switched from halogen to that fancy looking LED, as suggested by my friend. But it is absolutely rubbish i say in my opinion. So i want some better headlight for my bike. Please advice me whether i should go for a 55/60W white halogen or 35W Bi-Xenon HID. I haven't changed my battery or any other electrical wiring, just when bulb was changed, the headlight connection was changed to DC. The battery is 12V/5Ah.

[Skanda]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Bangalore guys, could you please suggest me a specific shop that would sell genuine Osram headlights?



Hi Skanda,
Would you know a specific shop that sells Nightbreakers in JC road, or anywhere in Bangalore?

Not aware of specific ones but many shops do sell them in JC Road. You can also buy them online from Amazon or Flipkart.

[Sal]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Bangalore guys, could you please suggest me a specific shop that would sell genuine Osram headlights?

Phillips X Treme vision or OSRAM Night Breaker are the best.

Hi Skanda,
Would you know a specific shop that sells Nightbreakers in JC road, or anywhere in Bangalore?

[DocOnTwoWheels]

Advice needed regarding RE Halogen Fog Lamps!

Hello all.

I'm doing a pan-India leisure ride for about three weeks starting from next week.
I have a RE C350 and I am in a severe need of auxiliary lights which can penetrate through the fog and rains.
We all know, that the laws of optics do not allow the convenient LED lamps to penetreate through the fog as easily as the Halogen one does.
I came across a few items on Ebay, a seller named VolgaAutomotive. (picture attached)

It is a H3 12V DC 55W bulb.

My query is, would the battery take two of them? Anyone has done the same? I know a relay has to be added, but still I'd appreciate if anyone knows more about this. How about just one lamp mounted below the license plate to avoid overloading if any?

Waiting for the wise ones to respond. Thank you

[Skanda]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

Actually the bike has a stock projector setup but the halogen inside it is not working,so looking for a better halogen bulb,please suggest me something that would be good with the projector lens and keep in mind that i want a bright light that would help increase visibility while riding at night.

Phillips X Treme vision or OSRAM Night Breaker are the best.

[Sird]

Re: Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

So somehow the high beam
Bulb of my KTM RC390 has stopped working since yesterday and it's been difficult riding. Like, today Morning in this dark winter weather.

I'm thinking of upgrading to something better than stock bulb. (No super expensive thing).

Any recommendations??
Also, I'm thinking about a bit whitish light. Anyone using such?
(I'm well aware of the Kelvins and how they work in dark, winter and fog).