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Driving Lights
Any input would help. I am looking for a bright set of lights for night driving, anybody know which shine more light out between these two, the Cool Magic Bullets or the LED Day runners?? Any other suggestions ?? Thanks
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2012 RSS SM5 Red/Black Mods Two Brothers Carbon Fiber Exhaust Dynojet Power Commander JT's Custom Air Filter.
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Originally Posted by Bulldogger
Any input would help. I am looking for a bright set of lights for night driving, anybody know which shine more light out between these two, the Cool Magic Bullets or the LED Day runners?? Any other suggestions ?? Thanks
There are plenty of threads on adding driving lights to your bike. Why not try the search function?
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Originally Posted by UtahPete
There are plenty of threads on adding driving lights to your bike. Why not try the search function?
I did search nothing really mentions which sets are brighter.
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Originally Posted by Bulldogger
I did search nothing really mentions which sets are brighter.
That's because you're asking the wrong question. Light pattern is important, as is location (high up vs low down) and the design of the reflector.
For serious driving lights, I recommend you go to Twisted Throttle http://www.twistedthrottle.com/shop-...driving-lights
and while you're there, read up on the different types of lights, pros and cons, etc.
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Clearwater lights.
I believe Clearwater LED lights are the brightest available. But money had better not be a concern. They do turn night into day and could even get you a ticket if not used properly.
https://www.clearwaterlights.com/
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Originally Posted by UtahPete
That's because you're asking the wrong question. Light pattern is important, as is location (high up vs low down) and the design of the reflector.
For serious driving lights, I recommend you go to Twisted Throttle http://www.twistedthrottle.com/shop-...driving-lights
and while you're there, read up on the different types of lights, pros and cons, etc.
Not really the wrong question I listed two style of lights both that mount in similar locations one the cool Magic billet comparable to 50 watt halogen bulbs with a 30 degree pattern,
Second Led Day runners LED powered DRLs that add a remarkable amount of additional night time illumination, so the question is does anyone know which one is better for night driving and puts out more light to illuminate the road.
looking for some one who has used these or rides with people that have these on the can-am's and can make a comparison
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2012 RSS SM5 Red/Black Mods Two Brothers Carbon Fiber Exhaust Dynojet Power Commander JT's Custom Air Filter.
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Originally Posted by UtahPete
That's because you're asking the wrong question. Light pattern is important, as is location (high up vs low down) and the design of the reflector.
For serious driving lights, I recommend you go to Twisted Throttle http://www.twistedthrottle.com/shop-...driving-lights
and while you're there, read up on the different types of lights, pros and cons, etc.
Bulldogger, I agree with UtahPete. Search involves learning to use the best words. Modifying your searches teaches you how to Search effectively. Ask me how I know.....
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Originally Posted by Bulldogger
Not really the wrong question I listed two style of lights both that mount in similar locations one the cool Magic billet comparable to 50 watt halogen bulbs with a 30 degree pattern,
Second Led Day runners LED powered DRLs that add a remarkable amount of additional night time illumination, so the question is does anyone know which one is better for night driving and puts out more light to illuminate the road.
looking for some one who has used these or rides with people that have these on the can-am's and can make a comparison
I've never heard of either one. Never seen either mentioned here.
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Probably why the search showed nothing. Those lights are from Custom Dynamics, back when I joined the forum in 09, Custom Dynamics and ESI were pretty popular for lighting options, figured since the search was a bust I would see if anyone actually used either one of these. I put the factory fogs in my wife's but didn't feel like spending over $400 on the BRP set up again. I guess I'll figure it out on my own like usual
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Try this site Rigid industries.com they have lots of options.
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Originally Posted by Bulldogger
Any input would help. I am looking for a bright set of lights for night driving, anybody know which shine more light out between these two, the Cool Magic Bullets or the LED Day runners?? Any other suggestions ?? Thanks
Can I ask are you looking at around town or other than a built up area ?
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Originally Posted by fatenhappy
Can I ask are you looking at around town or other than a built up area ?
Long Island area right now, pretty busy area with a lot of pot holes and Deer at night.
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All right think I am going to go with these. They are plug and play with on/off switch. Reflector style housing.
https://www.customdynamics.com/cool-...-can-am-spyder
made from aircraft grade T6061 billet aluminum black anodized finish3 super flux 2 watt Cree LEDsCool White 6000k HID Colorlow current draw (comparable to 50 watt halogen bulbs)Dimensions are 3.125” long x 2.25” DiameterMounting stud is 3/8 – 16Lifetime LED WarrantySold Pair
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2012 RSS SM5 Red/Black Mods Two Brothers Carbon Fiber Exhaust Dynojet Power Commander JT's Custom Air Filter.
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Let us know how you like them; good luck!
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Originally Posted by Bulldogger
All right think I am going to go with these. They are plug and play with on/off switch. Reflector style housing.
If you actually have them in use much, you might want to keep an eye on your battery charge.
Seems like I remember that the earlier models didn't have much reserve electrical capacity......and a pair of those would draw about 8 amps.
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Originally Posted by Easy Rider
If you actually have them in use much, you might want to keep an eye on your battery charge.
Seems like I remember that the earlier models didn't have much reserve electrical capacity......and a pair of those would draw about 8 amps.
How are you getting that 6 2 watt LEDs ? From what I remember, watts/volts = amps. 12 watts/12 volts would seem to draw roughly 1 amp. If my memory of Ohn's law is incorrect, I'm sure I will be corrected.
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Originally Posted by Ben Burped
How are you getting that 6 2 watt LEDs ? From what I remember, watts/volts = amps. 12 watts/12 volts would seem to draw roughly 1 amp. If my memory of Ohn's law is incorrect, I'm sure I will be corrected.
The web site says: "with a low current draw (comparable to 50 watt halogen bulbs)."
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I doubt they'll draw more than 5 amps for the pair.
Low draw is a benefit to LED.
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Hi Bulldogger,
Re: I am going to go with these.
I wish you the best of luck with them.
However, the instructions say: 2. Drill 3/8" hole in control arm at desired mounting location.
I would caution anyone to never drill any hole thru a suspension control arm.
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Originally Posted by JerryB
Hi Bulldogger,
Re: I am going to go with these.
I wish you the best of luck with them.
However, the instructions say: 2. Drill 3/8" hole in control arm at desired mounting location.
I would caution anyone to never drill any hole thru a suspension control arm.
Jerry Baumchen
Jerry you don’t actually drill through the control arm you drill through the plastic piece that actually sits on the control arm. Where they mount Is just a spot on the plastic dress piece.
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