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Old 12-13-2015, 04:27 PM
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I thought the fillerz were for the Ultra limited and Ultra/classic, does the RG have the cut outs for the fillerz?
My 2016 RGU has the has them.
 
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Originally Posted by JimTJr
I'm looking at the Custom Dynamics page,, plasma rods are advertised to be run, or Brake turn,, not all three? Is there a rod that can go between the bags and filler panel that will do both, Brake, Turn and Running lights?

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You can wire the plasmas as run/turn and brake. I like the CD pig tail (plug & play) MPR-BCM because you do not need to splice into the wiring harness, it uses the posi taps. You will need two TFC dual converters if this is for your 15 RG to make run/turn/brake.

I wired mine as brake and turn, (no TFC convertors) because I wanted that wow factor to the person behind me when I use my brakes/turn signal, I have read and seen the dual intensity was very minimum but noticeable from behind if one is paying attention.
 

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Originally Posted by smitty901
My 2016 RGU has the has them.

Sorry I did leave that one out, yes the RGU also.


But I don't think the RGS or RG has the cut outs for the fillerz, I think OP has a 15 RGS.
 

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Yea,, I have the solid piece painted to match between my bags and fender.
 
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And maybe I'll do brake and turn,, only. Like you said, if it's not a HUGE difference in brightness with the run brake setup,,, I want them to see me when I tap the brakes,, sigh,, how about the ones on there that have red centers, and amber ends, for the LED?
http://www.customdynamics.com/integr...light_bars.htm

anyone running those? You'd have extra red Running and Brake lights, and amber for turns? (Or I suppose the amber would end up being your brake lights too maybe.... )
Why does something so simple have to be so hard? LOL
 
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It's really not that hard:
First take a ruler and measure out 8", 10", 12" and try to visualize what length you think would work best for your likes & where you would place them.
The install is the same regardless of length
Longer lengths will give you better visibility
I would only go with amber if your state requires it and you have amber turn signals already on your bike - otherwise it might look a little odd.
The brightness (if the same as their other lights) is very noticeable between run and brake/turn
If you ride a lot at night I would recommend the R/B/T set-up.
With the B/T you will need the EPZ2 module - with the R/B/T you will need the RBT Controller
I plan on going with this set-up once I get my bike back from the painters.
 

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Originally Posted by JMC22
It's really not that hard:
First take a ruler and measure out 8", 10", 12" and try to visualize what length you think would work best for your likes & where you would place them.
The install is the same regardless of length
Longer lengths will give you better visibility
I would only go with amber if your state requires it and you have amber turn signals already on your bike - otherwise it might look a little odd.
The brightness (if the same as their other lights) is very noticeable between run and brake/turn
If you ride a lot at night I would recommend the R/B/T set-up.
With the B/T you will need the EPZ2 module - with the R/B/T you will need the RBT Controller
I plan on going with this set-up once I get my bike back from the painters.


From CD site, epz2 does not fit '14 and newer HD Models without center taillight


FWIW, I did not add any module for B/T. In order to run all three OP will need two TFC dual convertors.
 

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Thanks guys,, looking to order them tonight and get the TFC Dual Converters. Hoping I'll get the inserts for the Tail/brake lights too! (Christmas present from the wife)
 
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My Plasma Rods are set up with all 3 functions.
 
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Mine is setup with the dual color plasma rods and work all three modes. Yellow for turn signal.
 


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