RT Illumination

[Arr MiHardies]

Hey guys. I'm having an issue with my headlights I think. The light from the headlights on my RT extend about 20 feet out then end in a sudden hard line. Nothing beyond that point is illuminated, making the headlights basically useless for actually illuminating the road in any useable way. I have to turn on the brights to get any decent visibility, which isn't good for other drivers on the road. This normal? suggestions?

 

[Ga Blue Knight]

Well you need either a very heavy passenger or an adjustment to your headlights. Just for your information the high beams are actually the safe way to drive during the day with the regulars at night. In either case I always keep my fog lights on. Just trying to stay alive not make friends on the road.

 

[Lamonster]

You need to adjust your headlights. You may want your dealer to do that for you.

 

[Schnauzer]

I had the same issue, adjustments were made. I didn't realize that the light was a single element bulb. I to questioned the "Black-line". DIY'ers can make this adjustment, just be cautious when you turn the adjuster, alittle goes a longways.

 

[dave01]

HIDDDDDDDDDDDDDD's

 

[NancysToy]

To explain...the North American Spyder headlights are controlled by a shutter, that covers part of the lens (inside) on low beams. That creates the hard line you see. You can shine the lights farther down the road by adjusting them upward. Changes to the suspension setting, aftermarket suspension, heavier or lighter riders/passengers than average, or just carrying a passenger frequently can cause need for adjustment. Each Spyder should be adjusted for your riding style, your Spyder settings, and your needs.

 

[Arr MiHardies]

Thanks guys!

 

[TuckMiddle]

Headlights

My Prius is exactly the same. Stupid me, I've wondered how they make that line. An old guy learned something useful today, thanks for filling that square.

Tuck:yes:

 

[Arr MiHardies]

dealer showed me how to fix it. little brass knob on left and right sides of bike behind the lower side panel (like where the oil is.