Plasma Rods
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2010
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From: KENTUCKY
I installed the plasma rods on my bike yesterday. At first, I installed the rods using the approach as described in post #1. I went to Home Depot, bought the 3/4 round moulding pieces, trimmed them to size, and mounted the moldings to the bike using the red 3M tape. And I mounted the rods sideways as the post says.
I rode the bike around during the day today to see how bright these lights are in the sun. I didn't like them, because they are not bright enough. So I decided to remount the rods by having them face straight back -- as the manufacturer said to do. Much better now. With the light facing straight back as it's designed, I get a wider beam of light than when the rods were sideways. And, of course, I get brighter lights.
I rode the bike around during the day today to see how bright these lights are in the sun. I didn't like them, because they are not bright enough. So I decided to remount the rods by having them face straight back -- as the manufacturer said to do. Much better now. With the light facing straight back as it's designed, I get a wider beam of light than when the rods were sideways. And, of course, I get brighter lights.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: SoCal
I actually went with the Custom Dynamics TruFlex 8.60" LED's with the run/brake/turn module. I'm not an electrical guy so I had my buddy install them. I like how they came out. Very bright during the day.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: SoCal
You will not be disappointed. You'll drop your MPG due to twisting that throttle to hear that awesome growl...lol..and I'm sure since they are double fluted, you'll need a few more beers when cleaning then up.
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Joined: Aug 2008
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From: North East Ohio
See post #1 on the quarter round. I didn't use it though. I siliconed mine to the verticle saddlebag supports. They kinda fit right in the groove of the support. I think they are much brighter looking strait on at them versus a side view if you use the quarter round. Just my opinion.
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Joined: Aug 2008
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From: North East Ohio
See post #1 on the quarter round. I didn't use it though. I siliconed mine to the verticle saddlebag supports. They kinda fit right in the groove of the support. I think they are much brighter looking strait on at them versus a side view if you use the quarter round. Just my opinion.
dh2683, thanks for those better pics. I was at 1st thinking the rods were stuck onto the painted surface, but pic #2 is on the chrome piece. I should have my CD stuff Wednesday. I ordered the extra piece to make them a run/brake/turn. Ill post pics when i get it done.