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May 13, 2012 | 12:00 PM

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FXD2003Rider

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From: Harmelen (The Netherlands, Europe)

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Thanks for the link Rene. There are a lot of 'em! Can't tell if there are the type with visor or not tho. Most photos aren't very good. Would you know the HD# for the visor type trim-rings? (like those on your bike)

For sure; here you go, Dave:

Bullet Style Turn Signal Visor Kit - Amber Lenses: 69756-05

Visor Style Trim Ring Collection - Headlamp: 69735-05

Visor Style Trim Ring Collection - Passing Lamp: 69732-05

Got mine off Ebay; put in a search query and be patient to find the best deals.....

May 13, 2012 | 12:31 PM

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Driving lights are high on my list but I am concerned w/ overloading the charging system due to the higher power draw of incandescent lamps, while I am also running heated gear. So I'm thinking LED.

May 13, 2012 | 12:37 PM

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Austin Dave

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thanks Rene, you are the best. My headlight has a visor, but it isn't a trim-ring type. Just a H-D piece of cut-metal, visor-shaped that kinda hooks inside the light shell. Real pita to get back in there, sometimes. Looks nice tho.
I appreciate your help!
Dave

May 13, 2012 | 01:07 PM

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Driving lights are high on my list but I am concerned w/ overloading the charging system due to the higher power draw of incandescent lamps, while I am also running heated gear. So I'm thinking LED.

Andy,
I understand your concerns. Although I do not use heated gear, up till now I never have had any battery power problems using the passing lights. Have to admit though: once home from a ride I hook up the Deltran Battery Tender.
If you want to find out if the charging system is able to cope the power consumption you could use a multi meter

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Much appreciated, Dave.

May 13, 2012 | 04:18 PM

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Thanks, Rene. I'm checked out on a multi meter. But I'm surprised you don't use the heated gear on your Alps jaunts, where changes in elevation might rapidly cause vast temperature changes. EZ as turning a dial.