2018 Dark edition of the RT-- question..

[rhallanger]

I have noticed the 2018 dark edition of the RT Ltd has tinted headlight covers... I am waiting for the snow to melt up here in MN to finally get my new (2017 RT-S) from the dealer.. I really like those tinted covers on the 2018... just wondering if they will be an accessory item to buy..if they are the same size... of course knowing how recreational items are way, way overpriced.. and how things sometimes don't fit older models..

Rick.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I have noticed the 2018 dark edition of the RT Ltd has tinted headlight covers... I am waiting for the snow to melt up here in MN to finally get my new (2017 RT-S) from the dealer.. I really like those tinted covers on the 2018... just wondering if they will be an accessory item to buy..if they are the same size... of course knowing how recreational items are way, way overpriced.. and how things sometimes don't fit older models..

Rick.

I think the outer lens is either glued or some how sealed to the headlight unit , But if not they sell darkening films and special paint that you could try it with..... However there will be some loss of light if done ..... Think about getting LED bulb's if you do this ..... good luck ...do Pics ...... Mike

[ARtraveler]

If they fit, it will be some time before available. They want to sell the new 2018's--not parts to update previous models.

The countdown is also on here to get some riding in.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Sorry guys. They are not covers. The lens is clear. The inside is painted black instead of chrome. There is only 2 ways to get this look. Spend the $1400 for the headlights and foglights(I already priced them) OR disassemble your lights and paint the inside black. Very do-able. Youtube will show how its done and I am actually considering doing it if I can get the ambition to remove the frunk to get to the foglights.

..... Could you post the U-tube link .................Thanks .... Mike

[DGoebel]

Welcome Rick, already farkeling and the snows not melted! Welcome to your first Spyder PMS season........

[Bob Denman]

The 10th Anniversary bikes also have this styling feature, and they look WAYYYY... cool!
And it doesn't affect the light output of the bulbs a bit!

[jcthorne]

I see a great business opportunity for a vendor to offer updating the older ones on an exchange basis. I actually considered it but between real work and my spyder shop, there is just not time to take on another venture.

The process is not all that hard. Remove the lamps and wiring. Bake in a low temp oven to soften the glue. Separate the lens cover. Tape off and paint the non reflector areas gloss black. Apply new adhesive and put the lense back on.

If I had an RT, I would likely be doing this on my own bike. On an F3 its not really applicable as the whole housing is a reflector for the most part.