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Default El cheapo way to upgrade to LED

Sorry if this is somwhere in the forum already. I am looking for el cheapo way to get some more light to my 2014 Slim.

I dont want to change lamps or inserts just find inexpensive way to install LED bulb on my 7" headlight, passing lamps and front blinkers + rear blinkers that also act as stop and turn signal.

Not sure if I need equalizer (I guess not for newer models) and I want to make sure headlight will have real high/low beam.

Hope I am not delusional regarding price.

Please share your thoughts and if possible links to products that you guys used and enjoy. If I can accomplish this whole transition under $100 or less it will be really cool.
 
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Old 03-16-2018, 09:45 PM
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Check out DK Customs. They have replacement led bulbs. Great quality!
 
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amazon sunpie or wisamic.

or aliexpress.
 
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But always remember: Ya get what ya pay for.

I can see trying to save money on some mods but I’d never go cheap on a headlight unless I knew I’d never ride at night.
 

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Originally Posted by UUNetBill
But always remember: Ya get what ya pay for.

I can see trying to save money on some mods but I’d never go cheap on a headlight unless I knew I’d never ride at night.
Agreed. I completely concur with that old adage, particularly in the lighting department.
 
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Ok so I found bulbs for headlight and passing lights on amazon " Radracing Motorcycle H4 LED Headlight 881 Fog Bulbs 3 Pieces Kit fit for Harley 2007 and up" which is exactly what I need.

Now I need to figure out 4 bulbs that are decent 2x front blinkers and 2x rear (with stop running and blinker option) if I can figure out this blinkers for 60$ total or close to that I will be on target.

any suggestions?
 
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I cheaped out and went with a run/stop LED bulb for a brake light once. It looked ok in the driveway but out on the road, everyone said it washed out and you couldn’t tell when I was hitting the brake. It wasn’t safe.

 
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Should I assume there is not one good quality bulb that worked for anyone? Worst case I can keep my stock set up but I hope I will find something out there for reasonable price that works ok
 
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Assume whatever you want, I was just letting you know I didn’t have a good experience with that style bulb. Have at it, it’s your ride.
 
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I am just curious and appreciate all the opinions provided and will for sure consider it all before making any changes. Please keep it comming as these bad experiences are also important to me in order to make informed decision.
 


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