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Old 08-08-2007, 07:18 AM
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I just had a headlight modulator installed and love it, but was wondering, will this shorten the life of my headlight?

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Old 08-08-2007, 07:22 AM
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Information I've seen (from apparently good sources) suggests a modulator will EXTEND life of headlight bulbs. And my experience of having a modulator on every bike I've own since modulators first became available suggests that it will also extend the life of the rider sitting behind the headlight.
 
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Old 08-08-2007, 07:24 AM
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maybe - maybe not but the bulb in most harleys are available at any parts house.
 
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I have noticed already that cars not only see me better, but they tend to react properly. I think the flashing light reminds them of a cop some how.
 
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ORIGINAL: rainman1977

I have noticed already that cars not only see me better, but they tend to react properly. I think the flashing light reminds them of a cop some how.
Without any doubt whatsoever, it is the best mod that I have made to my bike. I KNOW it has made a difference in them seeing me.

I highly recommend them.
 
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Old 08-08-2007, 10:07 PM
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Default RE: Shorten Headlight Life?

Just one question.......If you own a Road Glide to you have to buy (2) headlight modulators???
 
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Just one question.......If you own a Road Glide to you have to buy (2) headlight modulators???
You can buy a modulator for one light, and what they call a "slave" unit for the second light.

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Old 08-08-2007, 11:33 PM
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the idea behind them is to extend the life of your headlight.....and the life of the rider behind it !!

If it helps keep me safer, I would have no issue with having to replace it a little more often.
 
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