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Old Apr 10, 2015 | 06:09 AM
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So for those of you running an older BAL II brake light, I have mine on the brightest setting for "highway" use, but was wondering if you guys run them on parade mode for daily use, or will it cause damage to the unit? I feel like I may not be getting the complete intended effect of the light and the "parade only" mode is just for DOT regulations and won't hurt the unit if used for regular highway and city use.
 

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Old Apr 10, 2015 | 06:45 AM
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I will assume you mean BAL and not BAS! My BAL runs as bright as I can run it for several years and no problems.
 
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I will assume you mean BAL and not BAS! My BAL runs as bright as I can run it for several years and no problems.
lol. Brainfart,,,, old age. Yes. I meant BAL.... and thank you.
 
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Just brought mine up to parade mode level... I want to get the desired effect. :-)
 
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after running through a bunch of setting options...I settled for bright and a couple of flashes then steady on.

I thought that constant flashing wouldn;t give drivers the best indication of my intentions....and target fixation comes to mind.

i figure a couple of flashes might catch the eye enough for them to put down the phone.


This is one of the better bike gee-gaws to drop some cash on.

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Anyone have written directions on how to program the BAL with the magnet? I had to call for them to help me set it to medium intensity, 10 flashes, steady and than repeat
 
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Anyone have written directions on how to program the BAL with the magnet? I had to call for them to help me set it to medium intensity, 10 flashes, steady and than repeat
Here ya go.

http://brightasslights.com/index_files/Page1023.htm
 
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