Daybreaker Headlights ????

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Jul 9, 2013 | 06:46 AM

#11

BoonDock_Saint

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Originally Posted by Hex41

I've been wanting to get the "Daymaker" for awhile now, but the price is a bit much to take. I've told my wife and myself it's a safety thing and the price doesn't matter, but still having a hard time dropping that cash. One day I'll pull the trigger.

I'm still impressed with the halogen having ridden with sealed beams all these years... When the time comes, I'm going with the truck lite.

Jul 9, 2013 | 09:37 AM

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frog13

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Originally Posted by 03dragonRK

If you are being flashed then they are aimed to high. I can see well down the road and have yet to be flashed. Adjust them down yourself a little at a time until you stop being flashed.
Also have you checked the air pressure in your shocks? It is possible you are lowering the rear of the bike which will raise the front when you sit on the bike just high enough to bring the light into oncoming traffics eyes? The tech may have checked the alignment without sitting on it

+1 on the air pressure and adjusting with the correct weight on the bike. I kept tweaking mine while night riding until I got it just right with me on it. When I add the tour pack and the ol' lady, I adjust it down 1/2 turn, works perfect every time. When I get back to riding alone, 15 seconds, a quick 1/2 turn up and I'm good to go again.

Jul 9, 2013 | 09:55 AM

#13

brandss

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From: Louisville, KY

I don't know the answer to how high up the wall the beam hits. I do agree with others though, a small adjustment can make a huge difference.

Jul 9, 2013 | 10:03 AM

#14

elecwiz1

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From: Western NY

I've been flashed a lot. I even got a fix it ticket in Lock Haven PA for it 2 weeks ago. Sent a letter in from the local shop and they tossed it. I don't care if I get flashed, at least they see me. Love riding at night, light is great. I'm kinda jealous of the guys with Road Glides because they get 2 of them. Haha

Jul 10, 2013 | 07:15 PM

#15

tatersalad

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Well, just got home with my new Day breakers on my head light and passing light on my Street Glide. man, what a difference. Lots of bucks, about a grand installed, but I want to be seen!

Jul 10, 2013 | 09:59 PM

#16

CGLTD

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Maybe the Daybreakers are a lot brighter than the Daymakers?

Jul 10, 2013 | 10:09 PM

#17

PopsHD

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This is a very timely thread for me. I was going to pull the trigger on the Daymaker tonight. At the last minute, I bought a PIAA bulb. Used to run one in my Wide Glide. It is much whiter and brighter than the OEM stock bulb. You really see the difference between it and stock when on the high beam. I also have Custom Dynamics Ringz on the front so I feel pretty good about being lit up on the front. Of course, that will change the next time I see someone running an LED.

Last edited by PopsHD; Jul 11, 2013 at 07:41 AM.

Jul 10, 2013 | 11:46 PM

#18

Uncle Paul

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LED lights are significantly more dazzling that stock lights. If you are being flashed your lights are shining into the eyes of oncoming traffic, and they are liable to plow right into you. (especially the older drivers).

Gotta adjust them down just a bit to stop the flashing. You will still be able to see well, and oncoming traffic will not be becoming dangerous.

If you do not believe me, just turn on your LED's and take a quick glance directly into them. You will not be able to see clearly for several seconds. It is actually painfull.

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Jul 17, 2013 | 10:26 PM

#19

SOCALHD

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From: Southern San Diego

Gonna HiJack this thread cuz there are so many others regarding these lights. I installed mine this afternoon and came to realize the instructions suck. 1 other thing I, I noticed when plugging in the headlight the connector did not totally meet, leaving a small gap and the bottom of the male prongs exposed. I wrapped electricians type just to cover the gap. Anyone else have this issue on install??