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Old Oct 2, 2014 | 01:05 PM
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Default Headlight replacement for 02 Fatboy....
The high beam finally burned out on my 12 yr old headlight. Anybody know of a long lasting 7" replacement? Btw, its the sealed beam H6024 style. Thanks!
 
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Old Oct 2, 2014 | 02:01 PM
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I'll lurk here for a while.... I have a 2000 Fatboy and am disapointed with my light setup. Cant go too fast or I'll outrun my headlights...

I have got to upgrade with something.....
 
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Get a Hella or Candlepower H-4 7" headlamp for your bike. Best $40 I ever spent on lighting. I know lots of people will chime in and tell you to spend hundreds on LED lighting, but the H-4 conversions I mention work great and are affordable. Just make sure they're properly aimed.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2014 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Uncle G.
Get a Hella or Candlepower H-4 7" headlamp for your bike. Best $40 I ever spent on lighting. I know lots of people will chime in and tell you to spend hundreds on LED lighting, but the H-4 conversions I mention work great and are affordable. Just make sure they're properly aimed.
Great idea, but can you tell me where you bought this for $40? Part numbers would be helpful too. Thanks again!
 
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Old Oct 2, 2014 | 03:37 PM
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ok, please excuse the dumb questions, but teach a Noob something...


the 7" lights.... This not a "bulb" per se, but a complete 7" round light. correct?
Now does this 7" round light assembly insert into a light "framework"?

all 5 of my front lights have the chrome ring around them with a HD emblem, or will this 7" H-4 replace the chrome HD peices


dont know how to upload a pic on the PC. It's very easy with the Forum app's for smartphone, but I havent found this forum on Tapatalk
 
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ok, please excuse the dumb questions, but teach a Noob something...


the 7" lights.... This not a "bulb" per se, but a complete 7" round light. correct?
Now does this 7" round light assembly insert into a light "framework"?

all 5 of my front lights have the chrome ring around them with a HD emblem, or will this 7" H-4 replace the chrome HD peices


dont know how to upload a pic on the PC. It's very easy with the Forum app's for smartphone, but I havent found this forum on Tapatalk
Chad, some older bikes have sealed beam headlights, which means you change the complete assembly including the lens. I've been hearing about a kit that converts the headlight into a 2-piece assembly where you have to insert the H4 filament bulb. HTH
 
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Great idea, but can you tell me where you bought this for $40? Part numbers would be helpful too. Thanks again!
Allright, it's actually $42, but this is what I'm using:

http://www.jpcycles.com/product/310-076
 
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Originally Posted by Uncle G.
Allright, it's actually $42, but this is what I'm using:

http://www.jpcycles.com/product/310-076
Thanks G.............just ordered one. I'll reply after install.
 
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Allright, it's actually $42, but this is what I'm using:

http://www.jpcycles.com/product/310-076
Hey G, forgot to ask how long do these bulbs last? Have you had yours for any length of time? Thanks again!
 
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Hey G, forgot to ask how long do these bulbs last? Have you had yours for any length of time? Thanks again!
Can't remember when I bought the lamp. It was probably 15 years ago. I just run H-4 bulbs from Auto Zone. I generally burn out a bulb every 5-6 years (50,000 miles or so). Remember, with this unit, you just replace the bulb. Makes it easy to pack a spare when you're traveling. Lots of choices in H-4 bulbs, too.

The "European" beam pattern of the lens/reflector also puts a lot more light on the road, where you need it, compared to the old sealed beam. You'll like it.
 
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