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<blockquote data-quote="JohnnyAirtime (JAT)" data-source="post: 5279" data-attributes="member: 195"><p>Thanks to AS for pimpin my info... <img src="https://www.dirtbikeaddicts.com/static/images/smilies/thumb.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":thumb:" title="Thumb :thumb:" data-shortname=":thumb:" /></p><p></p><p>... if you need some more help with "what works" and "what doesn't" ... let me know.</p><p></p><p>There's several options out there for the generic headlights and others like UFO, Acerbis, Electroworks, BajaD, etc.etc. I've tested just about all of them, including OEM headlights from KTM, Yamaha, Beta...and so on. The important component to note, is that most DIYers will do only a single HID bulb... one that offers a simple replacement of the OEM unit and uses only one ballast. Obviously giving you only one beam.... and one blinding light (if used on-road/on-highway). Great for some, but not all.</p><p></p><p>My light, is used primarily for dual sport'ers who want a low beam... and a high beam. Or, for those guys who like A LOT of light, and have A LOT of power to run the light in both Low AND High beam at one time... giving them essentially TWO HIDs on at one time. Truly an amazing output when compared to other lights in the same category/size. Also, with the added weight of the extra ballasts... most headlight shells/brackets can't take it and will eventually fail. Hence the reason I made an internal frame to support the weight. Plus, it makes it nice as no holes are drilled through the number plate to look ugly or just plain be barbaric. </p><p></p><p>I've tested, and tested... and tested.... Not all lights and their reflectors are created equal. Trust me on this. Most will put out light, no matter what bulb you put in them... but, is it focused? Is it putting out efficient light? Is it the beam pattern for your riding style? ... Some may think I'm being too critical, and ya know... your right. However, for the dual HID system I run, it took me a LONG time to match up a great reflector to use with a great Dual HID bulb. Otherwise, if it's single HID applications your working with... it's pretty easy to make any light, put out "more" if your using HID.</p><p></p><p>I see Rez's picture of the projector, so let me add;</p><p>They also work great as they magnify the HID output and provide GREAT output, but most of the time can't take the abuse of an off-road bike and usually are not waterproof or dust resistant. Especially if you use a projector with High beam capabilities, as there's a moving bulb... or a small deflector/armature that moves. Any time you involve a moving part in an off-road vehicle... your introducing points of failure. And when those parts usually come on automobiles, they aren't built to last through serious beatings a bike takes. If your projector doesn't have high beam... and only has low beam, you'll hate the cut-off line when riding hilly terrain. Or trying to see into the pitch black darkness, allowing your eyes to try to adjust... since they are used to looking at such a bright light just in front of you. They work, but aren't for everyone. I've got several on my test bench... if you care to see what happens when they fail, I can surely show you.</p><p></p><p>... I love night riding!! And it's all due to having the light to see with!!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="JohnnyAirtime (JAT), post: 5279, member: 195"] Thanks to AS for pimpin my info... :thumb: ... if you need some more help with "what works" and "what doesn't" ... let me know. There's several options out there for the generic headlights and others like UFO, Acerbis, Electroworks, BajaD, etc.etc. I've tested just about all of them, including OEM headlights from KTM, Yamaha, Beta...and so on. The important component to note, is that most DIYers will do only a single HID bulb... one that offers a simple replacement of the OEM unit and uses only one ballast. Obviously giving you only one beam.... and one blinding light (if used on-road/on-highway). Great for some, but not all. My light, is used primarily for dual sport'ers who want a low beam... and a high beam. Or, for those guys who like A LOT of light, and have A LOT of power to run the light in both Low AND High beam at one time... giving them essentially TWO HIDs on at one time. Truly an amazing output when compared to other lights in the same category/size. Also, with the added weight of the extra ballasts... most headlight shells/brackets can't take it and will eventually fail. Hence the reason I made an internal frame to support the weight. Plus, it makes it nice as no holes are drilled through the number plate to look ugly or just plain be barbaric. I've tested, and tested... and tested.... Not all lights and their reflectors are created equal. Trust me on this. Most will put out light, no matter what bulb you put in them... but, is it focused? Is it putting out efficient light? Is it the beam pattern for your riding style? ... Some may think I'm being too critical, and ya know... your right. However, for the dual HID system I run, it took me a LONG time to match up a great reflector to use with a great Dual HID bulb. Otherwise, if it's single HID applications your working with... it's pretty easy to make any light, put out "more" if your using HID. I see Rez's picture of the projector, so let me add; They also work great as they magnify the HID output and provide GREAT output, but most of the time can't take the abuse of an off-road bike and usually are not waterproof or dust resistant. Especially if you use a projector with High beam capabilities, as there's a moving bulb... or a small deflector/armature that moves. Any time you involve a moving part in an off-road vehicle... your introducing points of failure. And when those parts usually come on automobiles, they aren't built to last through serious beatings a bike takes. If your projector doesn't have high beam... and only has low beam, you'll hate the cut-off line when riding hilly terrain. Or trying to see into the pitch black darkness, allowing your eyes to try to adjust... since they are used to looking at such a bright light just in front of you. They work, but aren't for everyone. I've got several on my test bench... if you care to see what happens when they fail, I can surely show you. ... I love night riding!! And it's all due to having the light to see with!! [/QUOTE]
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