Headlight bulb change

[Hans]

Still the best without changing to "read" HID:
http://www.gtr1400.co.uk/forums/index.php/topic,394.msg4730.html#msg4730

[freelander999]

Just as an additional query, I am looking at fitting 2x1w bullet DRL's with a pod twinkle unit. Would you recommend that I splice into the headlight cable near to the fitting plug as in your first image? 

[Kwikasfuki]

Just as an additional query, I am looking at fitting 2x1w bullet DRL's with a pod twinkle unit. Would you recommend that I splice into the headlight cable near to the fitting plug as in your first image?

if you want them to come on with the ignition you can use the accessories lead

[freelander999]

thanks, do you mean the lead going to the 12v cigar lighter?

[Kwikasfuki]

thanks, do you mean the lead going to the 12v cigar lighter?

Nope. Under the left panel packaged in a boot is a black and black + yellow stripped leads. Those are the ones you want

[freelander999]

Thanks,  wil have a loo k tommorrow. Do you have any images. I ain't looking at the bike right now. Is the left panel around near the light cluster?

[viper]

you can change the bulbs with no plastic removal, but i found it easier to remove the panel under the headlight, its just 4 release style plastic poppers unsing a match stick as a tool. you would defo need this way in to get to the sidelight bulbs as they are a  PITA

[freelander999]

thanks for your patience and reply. I will have a go on saturday. I aint the most handy person but i will do it slowly.
I have got an inline fuse aswell.

[freelander999]

done, took several hours though and I smashed one of the release tabs on the plate under the lights. does anyone know where I can source a pack of those tabs?

[viper]

Several hours ?  sounds like the punch line to
" how long does it take a kawasaki rider to change a light bulb"


the plastic clip, ive seen them on ebay , The stealer will have them but probably cost you £50

[freelander999]

it took ages just cos I never tinker with the bike at all but need to get more familiar with it, if I was doing it again it would be a quick job.  I aint very good with tools :)

[Rusty]

LOL Freelander !!!!! .... join my club ! Toolbox ? What the hell is one of those ???  ;D ;D  ( now I'll wait for the abuse to come my way from you garage guys who can do everything !  ;D ;D )

[Lonewolf]

LOL Freelander !!!!! .... join my club ! Toolbox ? What the hell is one of those ??? ;D ;D  ( now I'll wait for the abuse to come my way from you garage guys who can do everything !  ;D ;D )

Abuse, no abuse... ;)  But I have to admit I was tempted.  ;D ;D

[Kwikasfuki]

done, took several hours though and I smashed one of the release tabs on the plate under the lights. does anyone know where I can source a pack of those tabs?

You mean one of those pin locks?

[KwakaMo]

I shall give these bulbs a fair chance and see what they are like, but if I don't like them then its HID for me.

Alan

something to throw into the mix, will the new MOT regs that are coming in for cars re after market HiD fittment going to apply to bikes too???

not sure of exact wording but HiD bulbs can only be fitted if headlight is self leveling and headlight wash is fitted.