Integrated Tail Light/Turn Signals for Older Softails
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Integrated Tail Light/Turn Signals for Older Softails
Does anyone know of a tail light with turn signals integrated in that would fit older (1993) Softails? I'm looking to get rid of the turn signals on the rear fender struts, and have everything consolidated into one unit.
I'm open to suggestions, and am looking to do it as inexpensively as possible.
I'm open to suggestions, and am looking to do it as inexpensively as possible.
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Thanks for the tip. I checked them out, but wasn't able to find much, and most of what they had was pretty pricey.
I've seen the Kuryakyn Pancea tail light, which seems do indicate that it can be used with older softails if I splice into the wiring. Is anyone running this setup that would be able to confirm?
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I've seen the Kuryakyn Pancea tail light, which seems do indicate that it can be used with older softails if I splice into the wiring. Is anyone running this setup that would be able to confirm?
Thanks!
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RE: Integrated Tail Light/Turn Signals for Older Softails
Can't help you on the actual installation. But since they list applications for the 91 and up bikes, you could make it work. The big question would be the actual mount on the fender. I would call KA and ask before ordering anything.
But, I had considered doing the same thing with my bike. But I think the turn signal portion is too wimpy to be used alone. My original plan was to get rid of the turn signals, and just use the KA tail lamp. But after I installed it, I think it's just not enough light to catch peoples attention for a decent turn signal.
But, I had considered doing the same thing with my bike. But I think the turn signal portion is too wimpy to be used alone. My original plan was to get rid of the turn signals, and just use the KA tail lamp. But after I installed it, I think it's just not enough light to catch peoples attention for a decent turn signal.
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Thanks for the reply! I was planning on using the taillight for turn signals too, so I could get rid of the turn signals all together. The turn signals I have on right now are pretty wimpy, and are mounted to the sissy bar side plates. My plan is to replace my current sissy bar setup with the quick release side plates so I can remove the sissy bar when my wife isn't riding with me.
I'm looking for other options for mounting turn signals that will still look neat and clean. Do you know of any turn signals that would mount where the rear-most fender strut philip's head screw is located? If I mounted some there, they would not be in the way of taking the sissy bar on and off.
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I'm looking for other options for mounting turn signals that will still look neat and clean. Do you know of any turn signals that would mount where the rear-most fender strut philip's head screw is located? If I mounted some there, they would not be in the way of taking the sissy bar on and off.
Thanks!
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RE: Integrated Tail Light/Turn Signals for Older Softails
There are a couple of kits available to mount them to your license plate. That's simple and clean looking. There are a number of filament and LED lamps available from the aftermarket. Cruise the catalog and see what strikes your fancy.
I made some simple brackets at mounted the stock lights to the top of the license plate frame.
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I made some simple brackets at mounted the stock lights to the top of the license plate frame.
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RE: Integrated Tail Light/Turn Signals for Older Softails
JP cycles has a tombstone tail light with integrated bullet lights, I made one myself, at less than half the cost, New Tombstone taillight from E-bay $10.00, two glass lens bullet lights $10.00, One real cool looking taillight assembly, Pricless.
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