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Started by markmacd, September 08, 2015, 08:50:33 PM

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markmacd

Looking to get some additional lamps fitted, but also wondered how many of you have changed the stock bulbs for something brighter, as it looks like a quick upgrade to do to make you better seen now nights are drawing in.

Comments appreciated.

exBanditOwner

i put 90w140 bulbs in mine - simple and effective better lighting

KENNETH0405

Try osram night breakers  great reviews they get
Kenny
Life's too short to piss about so go on.... live it NOW!

markmacd

They look good. What fitting type is needed as it specifies H2/H3/H4/H5/H6/H7


KENNETH0405

I'm certain they are h4 go for the osram night breaker unlimited !!!!!
Kenny
Life's too short to piss about so go on.... live it NOW!

snowy

Yep, H4's indeed, well that's on a 2008!  :agree:
Think I'll be getting a pair for mine later, the difference they made on my Tiger 1050 was amazing, shi*e lights on that one!
Tried the HID option as well, not going there again!  :no:
Unless your reflector is designed for HID I wouldn't recommend it! Bright yes, but light ends up in the strangest of places!
As for upping the wattage, I'm always considerate of the wiring, 90w dip beam, that almost doubles the current pulled when running!
Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you and scorn in the one ahead.


Dick Snow.

markmacd

If I go for upgrades ill still to the same wattage. Don't want electrical issues or melting reflectors, that will eventually show a yellow tint

exBanditOwner

upping the wattage is fine for the wires. i calculated it once and it's still within spec. i've been running 90/140w for 6 months, nothing has melted.

PaulB

Quote from: snowr0 on September 10, 2015, 09:11:43 AM
Yep, H4's indeed, well that's on a 2008!
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As for upping the wattage, I'm always considerate of the wiring, 90w dip beam, that almost doubles the current pulled when running!

:agree: wholeheartedly.

Cheers

Paul B.

snowy

New Osram H4 Nightbreaker candles arrived today, results below, can't wait for the dark now!


Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you and scorn in the one ahead.


Dick Snow.

markmacd

#10
Just ordered a pair of Osram Nightbreaker Unlimitted for £18.36. This was with a 20% discount code applied, so thought this was pretty good price.

They come with a pair of free Osram side light bulbs also.