i really hate to do this.... LEDS
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From: wisconsin
i really hate to do this.... LEDS
i know it has been hashed around a bit... but i do have a hard time getting search to do what i want...
i would like some LED options everything on my sportster is LED
except the headlight... using the search function i have found these
is the inexpensive Ebay one ok?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Bright...mtr&rmvSB=true
http://www.fuelmotousa.com/i-2112160...ment-bulb.html
http://www.socalmotogear.com/Product...ductCode=H4F3%
i assume these would work in my 99 1200c?
and also what the heck is a HID?
sorry for beating a dead horse
i would like some LED options everything on my sportster is LED
except the headlight... using the search function i have found these
is the inexpensive Ebay one ok?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Bright...mtr&rmvSB=true
http://www.fuelmotousa.com/i-2112160...ment-bulb.html
http://www.socalmotogear.com/Product...ductCode=H4F3%
i assume these would work in my 99 1200c?
and also what the heck is a HID?
sorry for beating a dead horse
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Here is another options to make your choice harder...lol
http://dkcustomproducts.com/Premium-...-H4-HL-LED.htm
I am running the LED from socalmotogear which is a excellent product. I would have gotten the LED from DK, but I bought my LED before DK started carried LEDs. Since LEDs last a long time, dont think I will be replacing anytime soon.
btw - on the socalmotogear website, the comparison pics is the before and after pic of the stock headlight on my bike. I subsequently changed out my headlight but using the same LED bulb.
http://dkcustomproducts.com/Premium-...-H4-HL-LED.htm
I am running the LED from socalmotogear which is a excellent product. I would have gotten the LED from DK, but I bought my LED before DK started carried LEDs. Since LEDs last a long time, dont think I will be replacing anytime soon.
btw - on the socalmotogear website, the comparison pics is the before and after pic of the stock headlight on my bike. I subsequently changed out my headlight but using the same LED bulb.
Last edited by hscic; Oct 27, 2015 at 12:55 AM.
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HID is 'high intensity discharge'. It was the first technology that gave some high-end cars those intensely bright and annoying headlamps a few years ago. They use a converter that changes the DC voltage of our vehicles to a much higher voltage AC, which is used to create an intense spark to provide the source of light. I had one for a while on my Glide, but to be frank I suggest avoiding them. Some of the latest LED lights and high performance conventional bulbs are almost as good. IMHO HID works best in lights designed for them - one of our cars has them and they are awesome - not something I can say of the aftermarket one in my Glide!
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i am really wondering if their is a difference between the $20 units and the $60 units.... the pictures and descriptions are identical. i have a feeling they may all come off the same line somewhere in china.... DK has to get them froms somewhere as well as moto and socalmoto... and the guy on amazon that has them for $20!
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You probably should avoid using an LED "bulb" in the stock housing-after all, the LED just makes photons, it's the reflector that makes the actual beam. Stick with an LED lamp assembly, they'll be a few more bucks but you'll have a legal, robust installation. Try
http://www.jwspeaker.com/products/ca...es/headlights/
Speaker is the OEM manufacturer for the MoCo, and you can get the same lamp for way less $$ and a much better guarantee.
All of my Harleys are all LED. Go LED, you'll love seeing and being seen!
http://www.jwspeaker.com/products/ca...es/headlights/
Speaker is the OEM manufacturer for the MoCo, and you can get the same lamp for way less $$ and a much better guarantee.
All of my Harleys are all LED. Go LED, you'll love seeing and being seen!
Last edited by shorelasHD; Oct 27, 2015 at 02:51 PM.
i am really wondering if their is a difference between the $20 units and the $60 units.... the pictures and descriptions are identical. i have a feeling they may all come off the same line somewhere in china.... DK has to get them froms somewhere as well as moto and socalmoto... and the guy on amazon that has them for $20!
the light is very good with the jwspeaker(who supplies HD) leds are great.... but sealed. i'm just not a fan of sealed lamps. i like to be able to replace a failed h4 at walmart or a gas station. your call
Last edited by cvaria; Oct 27, 2015 at 03:20 PM.
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i am really wondering if their is a difference between the $20 units and the $60 units.... the pictures and descriptions are identical. i have a feeling they may all come off the same line somewhere in china.... DK has to get them froms somewhere as well as moto and socalmoto... and the guy on amazon that has them for $20!
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HID is 'high intensity discharge'. It was the first technology that gave some high-end cars those intensely bright and annoying headlamps a few years ago. They use a converter that changes the DC voltage of our vehicles to a much higher voltage AC, which is used to create an intense spark to provide the source of light. I had one for a while on my Glide, but to be frank I suggest avoiding them. Some of the latest LED lights and high performance conventional bulbs are almost as good. IMHO HID works best in lights designed for them - one of our cars has them and they are awesome - not something I can say of the aftermarket one in my Glide!
Now these led bulbs will glare to other drivers like the PnP hid bulbs do in halogen housings. And the $25 eBay bulbs are the same as DK products bulbs probably. Companies like DK charge more then eBay because they will give you a better warranty then eBay sellers usually.
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I have the DK H4 LED and the only thing i like about it is how much more visible i am to other motorists. From a driving after dark perspective the incandescent bulbs are brighter and you can see further off the sides of the road which is important in critter country. Since i don't ride much in the dark the DK LED is the best choice from a safety perspective.
I also have Custom Dynamics Moon Shinez in the front turns and red LEDis in the rear turns with clear covers . I also installed the LED rear tail light and that think will turn my entire back yard red when applied as well as illuminate the passenger compartments of cages at stop lights. That assembly is incredible
I also have Custom Dynamics Moon Shinez in the front turns and red LEDis in the rear turns with clear covers . I also installed the LED rear tail light and that think will turn my entire back yard red when applied as well as illuminate the passenger compartments of cages at stop lights. That assembly is incredible