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Sep 3, 2010 | 11:15 PM

#91

gtrplyr

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Quote:

Originally Posted by No Tyme

I swear by the modulator...

http://www.kriss.com/harleyapplication.htm

I thought about getting a modulator, but it appears that most (at least the ones I have seen, I spoke with Kisan today), only work on high beam. I would get a modulator if I could get one that worked with low beams so that I could still use my passing lamps, but if I have to choose either high beam with modulator or low beam with no modulator but passing lamps... I choose the passing lamps.

Sep 3, 2010 | 11:30 PM

#92

chopperblueflhti

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From: Dark Side of the Moon

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtrplyr

The wife and I went out for a three day ride this past weekend and almost got taken out 3 times. I couldn't believe it, I've never had so many close calls on one ride. Anyways was talking with one of the guys at work today and he commented that my 09 E. Glide in denim black is hard to see. This got me thinking about how I could make my bike more noticeable. I wear an orange flake helmet (Bell Custom 500) and always ride with my passing lamps on, but I am wondering what else I can do. Additional lights? Upgraded headlamp? I am even considering having the bike re-sprayed (love Atomic Orange on the new Vettes). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Dont worry about it..do nothing..you are not visible when the Tweenie - cell phone/gadget texting - Starbuck Sippin- Soccor MOM's diggin in her purse and doing make-up while driving in the Toyota Sienna XLE's are not looking anyway....that's just the urban american truth..at least in Northern VA......ok..yes..it was a rant...

go to www.streetglo.net for a cool selection of reflective tape

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Sep 4, 2010 | 07:31 AM

#93

No Tyme

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From: Bryan, Ohio

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtrplyr

I would get a modulator if I could get one that worked with low beams so that I could still use my passing lamps.

I thought the same thing, but after talking to the guy at Kriss I went with this one http://www.kriss.com/harleymod.php because I run a Piaa H4, 80-80W that is very hard to find... also when modulating on high beam it has a wider patter which is more visible. You can wire the spots to work while on high beam very easily, but I rarely use my spots.

Sep 4, 2010 | 08:12 AM

#94

SeniorChief56

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From: Ramona, Ca

I think its how you ride and where in traffic you ride is what gets most riders in trouble...You can have the biggest brightest whatever or the loudest whatever,,,,,,you are still going to get "cut off " unless you make them know you are there.......assume everyone is going to cut you off

Sep 4, 2010 | 09:43 AM

#95

No Tyme

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From: Bryan, Ohio

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeniorChief56

I think its how you ride and where in traffic you ride is what gets most riders in trouble...

I second this... It is a known fact that lane placement has a lot to do with visibility. Assume that every cager is a num f#$K and drive defensively.

Sep 5, 2010 | 04:07 PM

#96

fat_tony

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From: Potsdam, NY

I have a headlight and brake light modulator kit I bought direct from the manufacturer for $84 (both headlight and tail light). Both work well and are easy to install.

http://www.comagination.com/