Saddlebag LED latch mod

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Dec 26, 2015 | 05:42 AM

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RickLB

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This^^^^^^

Dec 26, 2015 | 06:23 AM

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GTK

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Looks Cheesy when lit

Dec 26, 2015 | 08:14 AM

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SafetyMan

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I try not to break my lights.

But I'm interested in what you have there....

Dec 26, 2015 | 12:10 PM

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Nickblink

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Originally Posted by SafetyMan

I try not to break my lights.

But I'm interested in what you have there....

The mod is relatively simple. I used a dremel and cut a groove in the backing of the reflector about the width of the led strip about 4" long. I used 5050 led strip and cut it to 6 led,and the red 3m tape. I also used a dual element circuit resistor 6123-00 from radiantz to maki it run, turn and brake. I used positop to top into the led I currently have at the end of the saddlebag. During the day the running mode is pretty dim, the brake and turn signal are bright. At night however looks real good.

Dec 26, 2015 | 02:27 PM

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plongson

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There ya go CMS Hog...wasn't BS after all. Not sure I'd go for it, but it's a very creative idea nonetheless.

Dec 26, 2015 | 06:19 PM

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Punjabi Rider

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Looks good very creative, on the list of my next project, actually it will be easier since already have saddle bags LEDs.

Dec 26, 2015 | 06:40 PM

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Smokey Stover

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Thanks, I had considered a similar mod to my latches but will prob wait till I pick up a cheap pair of take offs before going at it with a dremmel. I already have a pair of CD Night Riderz that do run,stop turn,and flash with the triple-play installed for the tri-bar.I have velcro on them to stick on my homemade detatchable tourpak.They're super bright and if I cut off the lenses they should fit the latches I hope. Then I'll need something else for the TP, maybe some bigg *** LED trailer lights.lol.