3rd post...headlight options

[Fulldog]

I have a 97 1100 ace and I need a new headlight. I would like know what other riders are using if it's different from stock. I would like a headlight that uses less voltage or amperage than the stock unit, but is just as bright.

Thanks John

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[itsNatedude]

i just swapped my stock with a $25 Silverstar Ultra, and it's AWESOME. 5 times brighter, and super wide. Mine (07 Sabre) took the 9003 bulb.

[gmck]

I've heard of led headlights, think HD has one but probably very pricey.

[Sgoatley]

I also went with the silver star and am very impressed with it.


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[jgarib]

I think one of the best headlight replacements (not bulb) for our bikes is the VTX headlight. It's subjective and some may disagree, but I think it really fills out the bike. Unfortunately they're hard to come by. You can buy the parts for around $250.

[Aced It]

Originally Posted by Fulldog

I have a 97 1100 ace and I need a new headlight. I would like know what other riders are using if it's different from stock. I would like a headlight that uses less voltage or amperage than the stock unit, but is just as bright.

Originally Posted by jgarib

I think one of the best headlight replacements (not bulb) for our bikes is the VTX headlight. It's subjective and some may disagree, but I think it really fills out the bike. Unfortunately they're hard to come by. You can buy the parts for around $250.

Headlight, or headlight bulb? Seems it got confused already.

Anyway, yes the Silverstar Ultra is an awesome bulb and probably the less expensive of the bunch compared to PIAA which I swear by (I've used both and then some). I have the PIAA GT-X, for its color enhancement technology.

Here is my thread of interest:
H4 Headlamp Bulb Thoughts PIAA vs Stock

Here's some detailed information about bulbs as well (I found it interesting, maybe you will to):
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headlamp

Everybody has a preference whether it be hue, vibration resistance and/or price. Many have luck with bulbs that are not labeled as vibration resistant. One thing is certain though, if you do a lot of night riding carry a spare bulb with you.

[Fulldog]

Sorry the question was confusing, but the advice in the bulb was great. I'm looking for headlight housing options, the one on the bike is bent pretty bad.

Thanks John

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Originally Posted by Fulldog

Sorry the question was confusing, but the advice in the bulb was great. I'm looking for headlight housing options, the one on the bike is bent pretty bad.

Thanks John

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Ah ... well, anything is possible.

A very simple bracket can be made to incorporate any style of lamp housing. I fab'd my own for the old school lamp I bought. Simple flat steel, a vice and hammer, couple of bolts and holes: