NearOn
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Sounds simple MOD, but here in UK High Beam is required by law im pretty sure, similar to the OZ. Also needed in lots of dark rural roads. Shame isnt a quick mod like this that doesnt stop hi beam working.
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Sounds simple MOD, but here in UK High Beam is required by law im pretty sure, similar to the OZ. Also needed in lots of dark rural roads. Shame isnt a quick mod like this that doesnt stop hi beam working.
Tc,Interesting that high beam is required in that part of the world. I don't think it's required in the U.S. I assume you guys have annual inspection or something? If that's the case you simple reverse the mod (20 secs) before you go for inspection. Or if you get stopped and they demand to see it, just show them. Look officer, I hit this switch and the high beam goes on. See? Have a nice day.
I got late in the game on this one. First dual headlight mod was thought of in 2004 and bd43's wire harness came in 2007. I got my bike 4 months ago. So I lost many potential people who might think my mod is useful and try it because they've already performed other mods. These people who might have no use for high beam or lazy people . But I pose you this question: what happens if bd43 stop making his special wire? How hard would this mod be then?
My goal is to investigate a better dual mod that does not require any special wires or removal of air box, and also does not involve affecting the integrity of the wire harness. I am a true believer in KISS and I will find a way.
The bd43 mod is time consuming but a great winter time mod. You get to spend some time quality time in the garage with your bike you learn a bit about the bike in the process. The feeling of satisfaction when you complete the job is rewarding! This years winter mod is to fit, sand and paint my bellypan. :thumbup:
If its to nasty outside to ride it..... tear it apart!! :rockon:
I may have done your quickie mod in the meantime while fabricating, but I would not have opted for it as a permanent solution.
And if there were a vote for best promotion of said MOD, you would get my vote. I think I came across a link back to your mod in like three different threads in one day
Scorp
Good job tcmalker.
Now that you've figured out an easy dual headlight.. why not try putting HID reflector bulbs in there? You could have the left side on all the time and fire up the right side when you need more light. Putting more light out on the road would forego the issue of not having brights. I have them and I am glad I did this.
After a little more research I am inclined on upgrading bulbs to Philips Xtreme Power. It has 80% more 'light' than standard halogen. Motovision has 40
% but has the cool orange tint. Forget the HIDs, I'm trying the Xtreme Power.
Funny.. I was just in the process of researching those myself (along with PIAA and Sylvania). Still not sure which option will give me best bang for the buck.
I know Silverstar Ultras are fantastic (have them in my wife's car), but bulb life is very short. A year at best.
Thank you for all your hard work on making this post. I did BD43's mod so it's too late for me. I do however ride with my high beams on most of the time so this woundn't work for me, but yours is so simple. Thank you again for all your hard work.
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