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Was replacing my fused bulb with orsam cool blue hyper, but apparently the bulb is not compatible with the bike. The light works fine when the engine is not running, however, when the engine is running, the bulb just went off as if it's was fused. Anyone encounter similar issue?
 
I've tried several different lamps in the headlight but never encountered that one. It's possible the Canbus system has shut that circuit down. Put a meter across the leads and see what resistance ya got.
 
Xian Forbes said:
I've tried several different lamps in the headlight but never encountered that one. It's possible the Canbus system has shut that circuit down. Put a meter across the leads and see what resistance ya got.
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That what I was thinking about. Will check tonight and post some updates.
 
5k is still ok, but 6k+ is too blue. I have tried a xenon blue lamp and hated it. No punch to the output. Stay away from any lamp that's tinted blue, there is a huge difference between true operating temperature and a color tinted lamp that mimics a higher kelvin temp. SilverStar and Osram Nightbreakers are still the best imo that are easily procured. I'm sure there are some boutique lamps available, but considering the life expectancy I'd not spend crazy money for something that's going to be replaced twice a year.
 
For what its worth, I replaced my headlights with PIAA Night Tech bulbs. They are a little whiter than stock and a lot brighter. I put them in at about 7K miles and I have about 3K mile on the bike since then with no issues. I'm happy with them.

And I wanted to share this: You can replace the bulbs without tools and without removing any panels. If you get down on your knees and reach up under the fork, you can pretty easily get to the lamps. You pop off the rubber cap, wiggle loose the connector, and then squeeze the two legs of the bulb retaining spring. The owner's manual has a couple of good photos to show you what you are grabbing.

You don't want to get any finger prints or dirt on the new bulb when you install it or it will not last long. It helps that you can see the bulb thru the headlamp assembly as you are replacing it. And make sure the bulb is rotated so the cutout in the collar of the bulb fits into the tab in the bulb holder.

It takes longer to explain it than to do it. You can replace a bulb in less than 5 minutes.
 
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5k is still ok, but 6k+ is too blue. I have tried a xenon blue lamp and hated it. No punch to the output. Stay away from any lamp that's tinted blue, there is a huge difference between true operating temperature and a color tinted lamp that mimics a higher kelvin temp. SilverStar and Osram Nightbreakers are still the best imo that are easily procured. I'm sure there are some boutique lamps available, but considering the life expectancy I'd not spend crazy money for something that's going to be replaced twice a year.
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Good point. Do not buy any bulb with a blue tint. Check data on candlepowerinc@com for a lot of info and specs on lights. At 55 watts there is a trade off as to lumens versus life. I will buy the best bulb I can afford and from a reputable company rather than Ebay.

We spend a lot of $ on helmets and armor so bulb replacement is just another cost I expect to pay for safety. Gotta see that deer in the road ahead. Higher wattage lamps can burn wires and melt lenses. I found out long ago.
 
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