Topic: 71 CB500 considering LED lighting

[ataylor136]

Anyi=one have any first hand knknowledge of using LED lighting on a 71 CB500. I am interested to know if it is difficult, and more importantly is it brighter. Does it make a difference to the charging system on this bike?
Thanks!

[Queeg]

depending on the leds yes it can be brighter, it will use less power therefor it could help with the charging system. i have leds on 3 of my bikes.
only problem is with the turnsignals if you dont use a resistor inline to make up for some current needed to mmkae the flasher work.

[Doctor_D]

depending on the leds yes it can be brighter, it will use less power therefor it could help with the charging system. i have leds on 3 of my bikes.
only problem is with the turnsignals if you dont use a resistor inline to make up for some current needed to mmkae the flasher work.

+1

There are flasher units available that are specifically for LED lighting systems. Otherwise, you will need to run a resistor to get your turn signals to "flash."