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I believe that is a heat sheild to prevent the lens from getting too hot.The reflector is what controls the pattern.A bike I had years ago had the sheild removed but it didn't increase the output any.Bulbs such as the sylvania silverstar H4ST will give you a whiter,brighter light though.
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I haven't rode yet at night for a distant yet because of the winter, but I adjusted the beam where it seemed better. It's almost nice out so hopefully I'll be out on the road again. Sorry can't answer your question yet, but here a couple pics.
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U must cut the base of the deflector as it is used to secure the bulb spring. Using masking tape to mark and measure the cut, below is the result.
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Archer, I see you have the standard Airfilter cover on your bike with the V&H big radius 2-1. have you changed the filter and if not how much popping do you get on decel
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