In conjuntion with the review of the Harley (mfg by JW Speaker) and Kuryakyn (mfg by Truck-Lite) LED headlights - https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...hd-and-tl.html

Several asked about the use of a modulator with the LED headlight. Recently completed testing, here is a link to the PDF

http://mchenrycountyroadpirates.webs...0modulator.pdf

I'll check back to answer questions.

 

Can you give us an update? How has it been working for you?

 

Modulator headlights are annoying to everyone on the road. Dont be that guy.

 

desertwolf:

I agree - full time use can be very annoying. However, targeted use can be lifesaving...

I use mine only approaching limited sight intersections, especially when leading group rides. Anything that makes conflicting traffic take notice is a good thing.

I will also use it in heavy urban situations, especially where I'm not familiar with the area.

One thing I have noticed with both the modulating headlight and with the pattern strobe brake lights - it makes for a wider berth. Approaching an intersection with the modulator, people will wait longer (this is even true with just the LED headlights) - I believe it is because the brighter light makes you appear closer - and the modulating light might just be making them think police - which is fine by me. With the brake light - I consistently find that the car behind me is stopping nearly a full car length back - further than with none strobe brake lights.

blueglide88:

I don't use the modulator full time as stated above, but I would rather not ride without it.

The modulator does have a quirk with the Phase 7 LED headlight - but it is acceptable from my perspective. Read the Phase 7 (and other product's) review at www.bogiesreviews.webs.com