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Old Jun 17, 2012 | 05:04 PM
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Tried doing a search but not finding the right answer. The high beam went out on my bike so time to replace the bulb again usually happnes once or twice a year. I currently am running the mid level hd light and it is brighter than stock but the life just hasn't been to good. Happy with level of light. So since I am leaving in a couple of days on a trip figure now is a good time to try aftermarket. So what are you guys running that is available at major auto stores, part numbers would be great. It needs to be bright as I do weekly runs out into the woods so lots of animals I would like to see. I do not want to do led or hid at this point. Thanks
 
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Old Jun 17, 2012 | 05:23 PM
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Silverstar Ultra 9003 in my 06 fatboy ---available everywhere & is big improvement over stock HD bulb
 
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Old Jun 17, 2012 | 05:35 PM
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X2, "Wally" good upgrade, crosses over from an h4 bulb, Sylvania about $12 in a single pack last time i bought one.
 
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Sylvania Silverstar H4st!! Ain't cheap but it sure is bright.
 

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If it happens that often you might be getting the bulb dirty with your fingers. Try wearing latex gloves when you install the next bulb. It just takes a little bit of the oils from your hands getting on the bulb to cause the bulb to burn out. I used to have that problem but since I've started wearing the gloves while handling and installing the bulbs they seem to last a lot longer.
 
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