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Old 08-18-2016, 09:32 PM
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I just got home at 10pm, and I had to take the bike out for a spin to try the new light. I was expecting to be disappointed with this $59 off-brand LED headlight on every level. Fitment & install was a breeze as I mentioned. I rolled out of the garage and turned the key. The light came on and the first thing I said was, "Oh, the high beam must be on." Nope.

One word: SICK.

I popped on the high beam. Another word: RIDICULOUS.

Why didn't I buy one of these a year ago? My stock bulb seemed to be pretty bright, but the high beam seemed point off into space and was actually worse, so I seldom used it. With the new light, low beam is really great, and high beam...well, I understand the term "daymaker" now, because that's pretty accurate.

Even if I had to replace it yearly, it would be worth it IMO. I don't often say this, but "I couldn't be happier."
 
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Old 08-19-2016, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by guitarfish
I just got home at 10pm, and I had to take the bike out for a spin to try the new light. I was expecting to be disappointed with this $59 off-brand LED headlight on every level. Fitment & install was a breeze as I mentioned. I rolled out of the garage and turned the key. The light came on and the first thing I said was, "Oh, the high beam must be on." Nope.

One word: SICK.

I popped on the high beam. Another word: RIDICULOUS.

Why didn't I buy one of these a year ago? My stock bulb seemed to be pretty bright, but the high beam seemed point off into space and was actually worse, so I seldom used it. With the new light, low beam is really great, and high beam...well, I understand the term "daymaker" now, because that's pretty accurate.

Even if I had to replace it yearly, it would be worth it IMO. I don't often say this, but "I couldn't be happier."
How about a pic installed?

LED's in the front bucket??? #PRICELESS and well worth it!

I'm on the fence about the Custom Dynamic LED marker/signal lights for my 13'. BUT for front's and back with the load eq box...it's $270 USD. Just not sure I'm all in. Shame they just can't make the LED's with a special connector that loads right less this box requirement.
 
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Old 08-19-2016, 09:30 AM
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Here's a pic. Ever since I installed the Custom Dynamics front LED run/turns, my stock headlight looked yellow. Now they all match.
 
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How about a pic installed?

LED's in the front bucket??? #PRICELESS and well worth it!

I'm on the fence about the Custom Dynamic LED marker/signal lights for my 13'. BUT for front's and back with the load eq box...it's $270 USD. Just not sure I'm all in. Shame they just can't make the LED's with a special connector that loads right less this box requirement.
225 or less. Call shilo at 754-367-5596. (Www.ridethelite.com) he will set you up. You may not need the load equalizer.

You will not regret it.
 
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The load box was the least of my concerns. The real pain was the rear lights. I had to drill a small hole in the reflector of the rear turns and route 2 wires through the fender and back to the tail light. Back there, connect to wires for brake & run lights. Major headache.
 
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Originally Posted by guitarfish
The load box was the least of my concerns. The real pain was the rear lights. I had to drill a small hole in the reflector of the rear turns and route 2 wires through the fender and back to the tail light. Back there, connect to wires for brake & run lights. Major headache.
That would have done by the CD "triple play". It just goes in line. It also adds strobe options.

http://www.customdynamics.com/tailconversion_kit.htm


No drilling or torture required
 
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That would have done by the CD "triple play". It just goes in line. It also adds strobe options.

http://www.customdynamics.com/tailconversion_kit.htm

No drilling or torture required
Shoulda woulda coulda!
 
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Originally Posted by cvaria
225 or less. Call shilo at 754-367-5596. (Www.ridethelite.com) he will set you up. You may not need the load equalizer.

You will not regret it.
Thanks for the lead. Shot them an e-mail for suggestions for what I'd like to do.

Much appreciated!!!
 
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