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When the Dimmer Switch was on the floor

Jeriatric

Jeriatric

Thinks out loud
HID - I know nothing about the subject. However, a neighbor who rides a BMW GTL suggested I upgrade to HID. He made some very valid points, that were reiterations of words I've read here. He also suggested I check out what DDM Tuning has to offer. Well I did, but it's Sunday and they are closed so I'm looking for "YOUR INPUT".

Does the RT take dual or single filament? Would these do the trick? H9 - 55 watt version, in say 5000K. If so, the price sure seems right, compared to BRP's offering, even at their deeply discounted price. I'm sure I've left a lot out here.....but my knowledge of such things goes back to when "dimmer switches were on the floor".

http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/DDM-35W-55W-Dual-Motorcycle-HID-Kit

Jerbear
 
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The RT headlights take 65W HB3 (9005) single filament bulbs.

When did they take the dimmer switch off the floor? :joke:
 
NancysToy said:
The RT headlights take 65W HB3 (9005) single filament bulbs.

When did they take the dimmer switch off the floor? :joke:
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Scotty, the owners manual says - Headlight 2 x 65 W halogen (type H9) - but, that's just a book :doorag:


What are your thoughts as far as going with 55 W. Wouldn't you be able to make up the difference by increasing the "K factor" ?

I don't know.........but, as I've said before - I don't mind being schooled either :)
 
I think about the time, they quit supping a crank to start the engine. Anybody old enought to remember/know about the "date/girl friend shift position on Ford Model A.s
Oldmanzues
 
Oldmanzues said:
I think about the time, they quit supping a crank to start the engine. Anybody old enought to remember/know about the "date/girl friend shift position on Ford Model A.s
Oldmanzues
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Then came the starter on the floor and chrome glove boxes. Followed by under dash mounted 45 record players, all to go by the wayside for four track tapes and reverb units. We've come a long way baby!!

:yes:
 
Jerbear said:
Scotty, the owners manual says - Headlight 2 x 65 W halogen (type H9) - but, that's just a book :doorag:


What are your thoughts as far as going with 55 W. Wouldn't you be able to make up the difference by increasing the "K factor" ?

I don't know.........but, as I've said before - I don't mind being schooled either :)
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Are you sure you didn't look in an RS manual. That is what they have. The RT uses HB3 (9005) bulbs. I don't think the H9 bulbs would fit the connectors. They are straight and the HB3 is right angle. One of the site sponsors should be able to hook you up with a compatible HID system.
 
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Are you sure you didn't look in an RS manual. That is what they have. The RT uses HB3 (9005) bulbs. I don't think the H9 bulbs would fit the connectors. They are straight and the HB3 is right angle. One of the site sponsors should be able to hook you up with a compatible HID system.
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Sourced from 2012 RT manual page 160. Perhaps that's different than my 2011. That's why I'm asking questions...... :helpsmilie::opps: :yikes:
 
Well, here's what the parts fiche says...

Halogen Bulb HB3 65W

I can verify that this is what is fitted to my 2011. Believe what you wish, but your manual is wrong.
 
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NancysToy said:
Well, here's what the parts fiche says...

Halogen Bulb HB3 65W

I ca verify that this is what is fitted to my 2011. Believe what you wish, but your manual is wrong.
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Trust me......I was on your side all along. Like I said in an earlier post.

"Scotty, the owners manual says - Headlight 2 x 65 W halogen (type H9) - " but, that's just a book :doorag: "

:D
 
2012 Can am RT owners manual (pdf) - from their owners site

Headlight 2 x 65 W halogen (type H9)Fog light (Spyder RT-S) 2 x 35 W halogenTaillight/brake light LED 3.1 W totalFront LED 4.5 W each sideTurn signal lightsRear 2 x 21 WPosition lights 2 x 5 WLicense plate light 5 WBackup light 2 x 21 WDay light (Spyder RT-S/LTD) 0.5 WFront storage compartment light (SpyderRT-S/LTD) 0.15 W​
Fuses Refer to FUSES
 
:bdh: Do whatever you wish. The BRP parts fiche is the official parts source. If you are worried about it, pull your bulbs and take a peek. Mine are HB3 (9005) and yours likely are, too, but there is only one way to know. BTW, H9 bulbs are not 65W, they are only 55W.
 
NancysToy said:
:bdh: Do whatever you wish. The BRP parts fiche is the official parts source. If you are worried about it, pull your bulbs and take a peek. Mine are HB3 (9005) and yours likely are, too, but there is only one way to know. BTW, H9 bulbs are not 65W, they are only 55W.
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Hardly beating a dead horse Scotty. I was just showing you that the "BOOK" is wrong. You're a guy who likes to get it right the first time........so am I. That's all.
 
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