LED headlamp
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2008
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From: So. California
voltage / current (amps)
It has been over 30 years since I went to engineering school, but I think I still remember enough of what I learned to know that statement is impossible. Voltage is a constant. You can't use more or less than what is there. If you meant "one third the current" that might make sense, since Ohm's Law states that current is inversely proportional to resistance (I = E/R). To use one third the current, the resistive value of the element and ballast would have to be 3x greater than the light source it replaced.
langhammx - when I posted that, it made perfect sense (to me). Now that I see it quoted, I realize how geeky it sounded. Forget I said anything. 
BTW, I agree on the light output of the LEDs. I think they will be a disappointment.
BTW, I agree on the light output of the LEDs. I think they will be a disappointment.
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 1,258
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From: Jackson, Ohio
It has been over 30 years since I went to engineering school, but I think I still remember enough of what I learned to know that statement is impossible. Voltage is a constant. You can't use more or less than what is there. If you meant "one third the current" that might make sense, since Ohm's Law states that current is inversely proportional to resistance (I = E/R). To use one third the current, the resistive value of the element and ballast would have to be 3x greater than the light source it replaced.
1/3 current is what they claim.
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 1,258
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From: Jackson, Ohio
You need to try an HID.
You can see everything better with the HID set-up; eyes on the side of the road, reflective signs and painted road markings stand out much more clear than with Halogens.
After riding the bike at night, if I jump into the truck to go somewhere, it seems as if there is mud on the truck's lights.
Another benefit of the HID is driving in the fog; the road markings are much easier to see even in the heaviest conditions.
As I mentioned before, the HID set-up is extremely durable. I have used the same assembly on an off-road bike for two years with no issues.
You can see everything better with the HID set-up; eyes on the side of the road, reflective signs and painted road markings stand out much more clear than with Halogens.
After riding the bike at night, if I jump into the truck to go somewhere, it seems as if there is mud on the truck's lights.
Another benefit of the HID is driving in the fog; the road markings are much easier to see even in the heaviest conditions.
As I mentioned before, the HID set-up is extremely durable. I have used the same assembly on an off-road bike for two years with no issues.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 867
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From: Bridgewater, NJ
You need to try an HID.
You can see everything better with the HID set-up; eyes on the side of the road, reflective signs and painted road markings stand out much more clear than with Halogens.
After riding the bike at night, if I jump into the truck to go somewhere, it seems as if there is mud on the truck's lights.
Another benefit of the HID is driving in the fog; the road markings are much easier to see even in the heaviest conditions.
As I mentioned before, the HID set-up is extremely durable. I have used the same assembly on an off-road bike for two years with no issues.
You can see everything better with the HID set-up; eyes on the side of the road, reflective signs and painted road markings stand out much more clear than with Halogens.
After riding the bike at night, if I jump into the truck to go somewhere, it seems as if there is mud on the truck's lights.
Another benefit of the HID is driving in the fog; the road markings are much easier to see even in the heaviest conditions.
As I mentioned before, the HID set-up is extremely durable. I have used the same assembly on an off-road bike for two years with no issues.
I agree. And is why I want to see a side by side. Don't think it will even be close to the HID light output. (down the road output)
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I bought one today. I ordered it off the internet and dont think that they are back ordered. I got mine for $275.00 shipped so they are not real bad. I am the standard harley dual beam with out HID. I will post some side by side photos when the light comes in. My only concern with the light is the fog. I have a led flashlight I use for firefighting and they don't cut through the smoke as well as a halogen bulb. Someone had to take the plunge on testing this thing out.
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I bought one today. I ordered it off the internet and dont think that they are back ordered. I got mine for $275.00 shipped so they are not real bad. I am the standard harley dual beam with out HID. I will post some side by side photos when the light comes in. My only concern with the light is the fog. I have a led flashlight I use for firefighting and they don't cut through the smoke as well as a halogen bulb. Someone had to take the plunge on testing this thing out.
Looks like we have our guinea pig. Pics and results are required asap.
Also where did you get it for that price???