Topic: Replacing headlight, taillight, and signals. Help.

[Adam77]

I've done what research I can but haven't found any definitive answer. I want to replace my headlight, taillight, and signals. I plan on using these LED signals and taillight.

http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-lighting-parts-chrome-lucas-led-taillight-225-1007.html

http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-lighting-parts-arrow-decco-style-chrome-clear-turn-signals-blinkers-26-6227.html

All I'll need is a relay for the signals, correct? Will this work?
http://www.dimecitycycles.com/replacement-3-prong-flasher-relay.html

As far as the headlight. I'm not sure. I want something brighter than stock, but not over $100 and something that won't be a burden on the battery in city stop/go riding. I can't decided between H4 or halogen.

Maybe something like this?
http://www.bikebandit.com/aftermarket-parts/motorcycle-electrical-parts/headlights-universal/candlepower-halogen-headlamp?m=151840

Any suggestions on what to get? And will this setup just wire in, in addition to the new relay, and work fine?

Thanks

[540nova]

Why not ask DCC?


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[Desert-SOHC]

I have that same headlight and have not had any issues. I was going to replace my blinkers with LED's but ended up with the same style blinker but a 3 wire setup with red lens' in the rear. The have an 8w running light in them for more visibility to other drivers at night. That taillight looks nice, I may have to get one.

[Adam77]

I have a new battery. Not sure about the charging system. I'll have to look into testing that. Since Desert-SOHC hasn't had any problems with the headlight while having filament signals and running lights (correct?) I think I'll give it a shot. I'll email DCC just to see what they say. Thanks for the advice, everyone.

[Ciaran]

A three-pin relay like the one you picked should be OK.  Avoid two-pin relays, their flashing speed depends on the wattage of the bulbs so may be problematic if switching to LEDs.

[Desert-SOHC]

A three-pin relay like the one you picked should be OK.  Avoid two-pin relays, their flashing speed depends on the wattage of the bulbs so may be problematic if switching to LEDs.

The make an all electronic 2-pin relay that has an adjustable blink speed for pretty cheap.

[Adam77]

I've decided to go ahead and put LEDs in the gauges and idiot lights. I'm confused on if I'll need to install and diodes though? Here is my list.

Oil - (1) LED BA9S-R-120-12V: Red 120 Degree 12V
Neutral - (1) 1 LED BA9S-G-120-12V: Green 120 Degree 12V
High Beam - (1) 1 LED BA9S-B-120-12V: Blue 120 Degree 12V
Turn Signal - (2) 1 LED BA9S-A-120-12V: Amber 120 Degree 12V
Guage lights - (4) 4 LED BA9S-G4-90-12V: Green 90 Degree 12V

On the gauges should I use green or white light?

[Adam77]

Also, would this headlight
http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-002395991-Type-Single-Headlamp/dp/B0002M9QJM

be just as good as this light
http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-lighting-parts-7-inch-sealed-h4-headlight-lens-66-75806.html

while being a bit less expensive?
They are both 55/60W H4 bulbs.

[Desert-SOHC]

I've decided to go ahead and put LEDs in the gauges and idiot lights. I'm confused on if I'll need to install and diodes though? Here is my list.

Oil - (1) LED BA9S-R-120-12V: Red 120 Degree 12V
Neutral - (1) 1 LED BA9S-G-120-12V: Green 120 Degree 12V
High Beam - (1) 1 LED BA9S-B-120-12V: Blue 120 Degree 12V
Turn Signal - (2) 1 LED BA9S-A-120-12V: Amber 120 Degree 12V
Guage lights - (4) 4 LED BA9S-G4-90-12V: Green 90 Degree 12V

On the gauges should I use green or white light?

I have all LED's in my cluster and I could only find 1 bulb that fit, all the others are to tall.

These are the bulbs I went with and in white there is no issues and they are really bright and the gauges are easy to see at night with no glare

http://www.ebay.com/itm/361141287287

[Adam77]

I've decided to go ahead and put LEDs in the gauges and idiot lights. I'm confused on if I'll need to install and diodes though? Here is my list.

Oil - (1) LED BA9S-R-120-12V: Red 120 Degree 12V
Neutral - (1) 1 LED BA9S-G-120-12V: Green 120 Degree 12V
High Beam - (1) 1 LED BA9S-B-120-12V: Blue 120 Degree 12V
Turn Signal - (2) 1 LED BA9S-A-120-12V: Amber 120 Degree 12V
Guage lights - (4) 4 LED BA9S-G4-90-12V: Green 90 Degree 12V

On the gauges should I use green or white light?

I have all LED's in my cluster and I could only find 1 bulb that fit, all the others are to tall.

These are the bulbs I went with and in white there is no issues and they are really bright and the gauges are easy to see at night with no glare

http://www.ebay.com/itm/361141287287

Ah, ok I didn't know there was fitment problems. I pulled that list off of here
http://eneedcoffee.blogspot.com/2013/10/cb550-led-upgrade.html

So, I would need to do some wiring as Calj indicated?

[Adam77]

I've also changed my mind on the turn signals. I want to stick to a retro look, so I think more traditional rectangular signals are in order. I was thinking of these.

http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-lighting-parts-mini-aluminum-rectangle-chrome-amber-turn-signals-blinkers-25-8301cm.html

With these, I won't need a relay, correct?

With duel filament, can I wire running lights in the front and brake lights into the signals in the rear?

Do they make a duel intensity LED bulb that I could use in these?

Thanks for the help everyone.

[Duanob]

If the electronic flasher relay doesn't say it fixes hyper-flashing then it probably won't. I bought an EP34 3 prong that needed a ground wire, no biggie but the hyper flashing is apparently illegal in some states. It's just supposed to let you know you have a burned out bulb. I just bought this flasher relay for normal flash mode and it works fine for now.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171827469131?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

As far as the HELLA lamp on Amazon I didn't see anywhere that it is motorcycle specific. There are lots of lenses that are but make sure. They can usually be had with bulb for around $40ish delivered. Just bought this one and I like it. It's got the euro look. I got the bulb in white.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331094628698?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT