Crappy lighting on my Ultra. Yellow, dull, I need a better bulb. On the old bike, I used to run a OSRAM Silverstar H4. I was a great bulb. I bought it online, but can't remember where. Do they make this bulb to fit an Ultra? Anybody run this bulb? I did a google search, but everything was vague as to what models the bulb fit. Plus, they were sold in pairs.

 

Most auto part stores sell those, pep boys, auto zone.

 

Mixed feelings in this thread here https://www.hdforums.com/m_1501645/tm.htm

I use the HD one HERE and love it.

 

H4 SilverStar Headlight
High Performance Halogen
Motorcycle - part# H4ST

 

I have been running the silverstars for over 10,000 miles no problems.

 

I slid a Hella HI4 in the light socket. My buddy hates being leadman!

Bitches about my light being so bright...and I only run it on LO beam!

Price was kinda steep though, but when it comes to seeing/being seen...money well spent!

 

Low beam was out on my ultra when I bought it in spring. I replaced it and the damn low beam went out last time I rode it. Gotta wonder what the hell is going on to have it die that quick, but then it may have been a cheapy part cause I got it from a old time biker mechanic that specializes in 'rigging' things. I think I'll try this silver star next.

 

We can get blue xenon bulbs here in the UK - have them in my Buell and wife's Dyna. They give a colder, whiter light than all previous types of bulb - should be available from any auto shop.

On my Glide I have fitted a Harley HID headlamp kit, which is even whiter and brighter on dip and a great daytime light, but main is very poor and dip does not give a very good pattern on the road in the dark. Very expensive and I cannot recommend it, unless you want to look cool, but not see!

 

Great bulb, really lights up the highway. For me I couldn't get more than about 10 months ( 15,000 miles ) out of one. Tried them twice with the same results, just went back to stock.

 

What bulbs do the dual headlight kit take?

I have the kit in the garage, but I haven't installed it yet. I figure it's a good time to throw in new brighter bulbs before I install it.

Steve