I have had the BAL-3ST twice. More than bright enough even on the middle intensity setting. I set mine to 3 quick strobes then solid when braking. Gets attention for sure even in the daylight.

 

I decided on the BAL-2R, I knew if I got the BAL-1 I would always wish I had gotten the brighter model. I installed it today and decided on the medium running light with a 3 flash-3 flash-steady pattern for the brake. I drove down the street and had my daughter hit the brake so I could see it from a distance. All I can is OMG they are bright!

 

That's why it's called a B A L
The 1 is good for most.
That was one of the first/better mods for me.
I've been rear ended before.
It's no fun.

 

Here's one more difference between the BAL-1 and BAL-2: The BAL-2 can be seen much better from off-axis.

From about 4-5 feet away, taken from about 4 feet off the ground: BAL-2 on the left, BAL-1 on the right (sorry about the big pic)





Get further away, and straight on, they both seem to be just as bright; close up, I'll take the BAL-2.

 

After talking with customer service at BAL, the increased side visibility was a big part of my decision to get the BAL-2R.

 

I have the BAL 2 on my Road King and am VERY satisfied !

 

I'm not so sure the side visibility is a valid argument for getting the BAL 2 over the 1. I'm sure people 3 counties over can see the damn thing! The 1 is almost bright enough to see it from the front!

Love mine & have had no issues with it over the last 2 years. Money WELL spent, IMHO!

 

Anyone knows how the BAL compare to the HD LED backlights?

 

Anyone know if BAL makes a taillight for the 2014 street glides? I didn't see anything on their website. thanks.

 

No comparison. The BAL is the brightest and best quality taillight you can buy. But there will be some that will say that a Kuryakyn is just as good as the BAL. Those are usually the ones that think the BAL is too expensive though.