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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 08:50 PM
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I was looking at the HD sportster Daymaker, I dont understand why they can get so much, THEN I understand you have to buy a $150 bracket to WOWmake it fit on a new 48...Is that correct? They charge all that and cant even make it plug and play. WOW
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 11:55 PM
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I put the$49 Sunpie model from Amazon on my bike last year. So far it works just fine. Much improved 'down the road' lighting and much better side of the road lighting as well. I just finished a 4 day road trip where we were out late at night a couple of times in a remote mountain area and really liked the improved lighting.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2018 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Mac-427
I've tried two of the Amazon lights on my wife's 2017 Sportster Custom and both tripped the red charging system warning light so I had to send them back. She's running the stock light now but I'd still like to find a less expensive Daymaker alternative. Any ideas?
Sounds like there may be an issue with her charging system or battery. Not sure what your ride is, but maybe you could swap batteries to see if that's the issue. I have just purchased a Daymaker knockoff after doing a good bit of research and haven't seen any mention of anyone else experiencing that problem.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2018 | 06:04 AM
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Originally Posted by JediGoalie30
I got an Eagle Lights Daymaker with the halo ring. Spent a bit more than some of the Amazon lights, but at $135 shipped, I was happy. It's super bright and looks great alongside my Custom Dynamics Dynamic Ringz turn signals.

https://www.eaglelites.com/collectio...full-halo-ring
Just ordered my Eagle headlight and turn signals. Can't wait to be able to see in the dark!
 
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