has anyone swapped out the front headlights for something better like a led?
is it as simple as ordering a couple 7" headlights that are led for a Harley and plugging them in to the stock plug?
if someone has done this...can u post some links of what u used and what was required in converting it...
thanks

 

I'm pretty sure the twin headlights in an FLT are not full size 7 inchers

 

really...got that from jpcycles maybe not....

 

I could be wrong, but my 80 FLT headlight p/n is different than the 80 FLH's

 

I think that old is different from the 89's....ur actually might be 5 3/4....ill have to run outside and measure.

 

im wrong! lol.......mine are 5 3/4 too

 

Having established that, you can install any automotive light unit of that size, or alternative bulbs in suitable reflectors. There are lots of alternatives available today, which can be a bit confusing IMHO, with a wide variety of high performance conventional bulbs, HID conversion kits plus complete replacement units, also LED bulbs plus replacement units. Deciding on a suitable choice ain't easy!

Whatever you do, if you have old reflectors replace them with new modern ones, which should give you better beam patterns and remove any dullness you may have in the current ones. In the Touring forum this is a popular topic, with Trucklite often quoted, for their LED light units. If you call over there and search for 'trucklite' you should find plenty to read up on!

 

I have a 90 fltcu and the headlights are 5.75. Me being frugle (cheap) have been searching the web for a pair of replacements. I found on ebay a guy selling genunine hd headlights with bulbs for $24.00 bucks each. I am going that route and will upgrade that with a led H4 bulbs. The stock bulbs on mine are so yellow and dim I cant see very good on night runs. Old eyes don't help.




NEW GENUINE OEM PART - Harley Davidson Hella 5-3/4" Headlamp Headlight w H4 Bulb

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thanks ill search that....the only problem is they are complete sealed units...no replacing bulbs...but that info should help

 

well....ur right lots of options....one thing is important though....whats the highest watts on leds I can go with the electrical system on the Harley?