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Old Apr 16, 2011 | 03:26 PM
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Ok so I know Im not alone on this one, but I'm certain this is a question that will be asked over and over again. Like others Im sure, I need my stock headlight to kick out more. My issue is, on a limited budget what are my options? Im heading about the led light and balast that is a $200 upgrade that people rave about, but then again, I hear about the HID. Honestly, i dont konw the difference function or cost wise. Can some of you please shed some light ..lol, on this for me and the other lost souls. Which avenue can i go that is affordable but makes a big difference.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2011 | 09:19 PM
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I cant speak for anybody but me...im on my 5th harley...i added the LED headlight...BIG difference...i dont ever wanna go back to a stock headlight...but thats just my opinion...
 
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Old Apr 16, 2011 | 09:33 PM
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I have the Harley HID headlight. It is expensive but worth it to me. I have noticed a lot less people pulling out in front of me than with the stock bulb.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2011 | 10:16 PM
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A 80/100 watt bulb can be had for about $20, it is certainly a difference. A decent headlight housing like a Hella or Cibie starts at about $45. I find this combo plenty bright enough. Comparing a ~ $65 headlight upgrade with one costing 4 or 5 times more is not really valid.
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