Let there be Light : Bike Lighting, HID etc

[Mandar64]

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

hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220

whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

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hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220

whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

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hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220

whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

[Sird]

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

hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220
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whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

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hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220
[ATTACH=CONFIG]126315[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]126316[/ATTACH]
whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

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hello guys i own a pulsar 220f 2011 model,i have installed two projector led bulbs for pilot light in my 220
[ATTACH=CONFIG]126315[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]126316[/ATTACH]
whenever i press horn on my bike,these pilot lights blink for a second and even there is a blink on the speedometer's light,what problem this could be??one bulb cost around 120rs and 3 of these bulbs are already gone,Why are the lights blinking,there is no blink on the dipper light but these pilot light blinks??Need your help guys

How old is your battery ?

Check for the volt / wattage use of these bulbs. Though its not written on these kind of bulbs but any electrician can tell you that by checking with their electrometer.

And on a very very curious note.
From where did you purchased them in Mumbai ??

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[Mandar64]

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

@Sird
MY battery is just 11 months old,got a new battery in january!!the volt/wattage i think its given in the box here is the pic

this box my friend bought it from a place in charni road,but both bulbs are dead.I got another ones from chincholi phatak malad(west) its ON s.v road near legacy of mumbai hotel!!!here are the pics of the dim lights!!just one light working

[Team Torque]

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

Has anyone tried upgrading D390's illumination?. If yes could you please share some specs???. I find the illumination on downside

[abhijeet080808]

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

I have upgraded to Phillips ExtremeVision 60/55W bulb. There is a noticeable difference compared to stock. Next step up would be a 100/90W bulb with relay. The bike will support it as it has a powerful alternator.

[Team Torque]

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

I have upgraded to Phillips ExtremeVision 60/55W bulb. There is a noticeable difference compared to stock. Next step up would be a 100/90W bulb with relay. The bike will support it as it has a powerful alternator.

Thanks buddy . But how confident are you about the alternator???. I had once upgraded my Esteem's with same set-up and I installed with ceramic bulb holders to withstand the hike in temp. Will the D390 as well require similar thing???. Btw how much did the 60/55W cost you?

[abhijeet080808]

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

Thanks buddy . But how confident are you about the alternator???. I had once upgraded my Esteem's with same set-up and I installed with ceramic bulb holders to withstand the hike in temp. Will the D390 as well require similar thing???. Btw how much did the 60/55W cost you?

Yes, a ceramic holder with a relay is a must. The alternator is rated at 238W. It has enough leeway to allow a bump from 60W to 100W. Question is how long the reflector will last. My guess is 6 month to 1year with heavy use.

Have a look here - What is the electrical power generation of KTM Duke 200 / 125 alternator / dynamo | Nex Gen Bikes

The Phillips bulb cost me 700 bucks.

[bbsrailfan]

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

Yes, a ceramic holder with a relay is a must. The alternator is rated at 238W. It has enough leeway to allow a bump from 60W to 100W. Question is how long the reflector will last. My guess is 6 month to 1year with heavy use.

Have a look here - What is the electrical power generation of KTM Duke 200 / 125 alternator / dynamo | Nex Gen Bikes

The Phillips bulb cost me 700 bucks.

Interesting. The same site lists CBR250 to have one of the most powerful alternators rated at 340W. Rally lamps Ahoy!!!!

[Team Torque]

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

Yes, a ceramic holder with a relay is a must. The alternator is rated at 238W. It has enough leeway to allow a bump from 60W to 100W. Question is how long the reflector will last. My guess is 6 month to 1year with heavy use.

Have a look here - What is the electrical power generation of KTM Duke 200 / 125 alternator / dynamo | Nex Gen Bikes

The Phillips bulb cost me 700 bucks.

Perfect then . Kindly let me the cost of this set-u and the place where you would buy. I may also opt since I will be soon having frequent long nocturnal rides

[abhijeet080808]

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

Perfect then . Kindly let me the cost of this set-u and the place where you would buy. I may also opt since I will be soon having frequent long nocturnal rides

Best is to get a prebuilt relay + wire harness from Hella or somewhere else, and modify it for our bike. Costs around 800 bucks or so and comes with relays/holders/fuse.

BTW, I have not done this mod myself yet. Planning to get it done after some time.

[Team Torque]

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

Best is to get a prebuilt relay + wire harness from Hella or somewhere else, and modify it for our bike. Costs around 800 bucks or so and comes with relays/holders/fuse.

BTW, I have not done this mod myself yet. Planning to get it done after some time.

Either ways buddy let me know the involved work and cost . I shall wait for some while and take a call once you have done .

[Sird]

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

Anything that can be fixed in Pulsar 220 ?

I'm interested!

Hate the Dark Streets

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[abhi7013]

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

Anything that can be fixed in Pulsar 220 ?

I'm interested!

Hate the Dark Streets

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Your bike already has one of the best headlights and I guess its better than the other bikes which are available upto 1.5lacs.

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[dk0rules]

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

Your bike already has one of the best headlights and I guess its better than the other bikes which are available upto 1.5lacs.

Buddy you forgot The new thunderbird 350 with projectors, and trust me they are better.
I have used both the bikes so can make out the difference. In Pulsar, the vision sems to lack intensity and visibility area.
I dont mean to hurt your feelings, i have a special place in my heart for P220 the version which we are talking about.

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[Sird]

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

Yes 220 got one of the best light there but feel a bit lack of Light Throw on road.

And Yea the New ThunderBird's Lighting system is awesome !

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