Brake light flasher

[germ79]

@Chip Is the cheapo flashing module you got off eBay just something you wire in under the seat? Where did you install the actual module?

 

[germ79]

Here’s the link to the exact same thing for 3x more (aka $6.50) for those folks who don’t want to wait a month for it to come across the ocean (aka me).

http://a.co/6rdEQpg

 

[albertaduke]

I agree that LEDs are a big improvement to the OEM lights. The cheap flashing module I have put on my ride is working with LEDs. The mailing time from the Far East does stink, but not a big deal in January in Michigan.

ever thought of replacing your OEM headlights with a much better projector like a landing light from a large airplane lots more visibility a lot farther too if I ever find two that fit the front i would not mind installing but concern would be current draw as I REMEMBER in airplanes as it was rather steep.. and oncoming traffic ..

 

[Chip]

@Chip Is the cheapo flashing module you got off eBay just something you wire in under the seat? Where did you install the actual module?

Yes. On my R3T, the right side panel, tie in at the red wire. That's on the "in" side pwr. Take the "out" red wire and attach to the bikes red wire going towards the rear. The two black wires attach to the ground side. Super simple, 5 minutes. Use a test light if in doubt. The LED lights will be as bright or dim as they were before installation.

 

[barbagris]

Been trying to get Chris @barbagris to build up a LED array to fit in the OEM taillight . . . so far to no avail.

Having now tried a whole mass of bulbs - I am convinced that it's the lens itself that is the issue. It is the antithesis of directional.

I have an idea or two - BUT would need things I simply do not (currently) have access. HIGH RES 3D scanner - and rapid prototyping - plus a CAD designer. A spare rear cluster and maybe even a rear guard.

Basically I think I needs a new backplate making up (maybe in aluminium - heat sink) and the use of more directional LED units. I would then opt for a commercial grade and approved LED cluster - a standardised size one (i.e. Land Rover Defender). Though a non ECE approved one could be easily designed ONCE the basic plate assembly is defined.

I will not be adapting my rear unit. I have additional tail lights in the top case and additional flashing tail lights in my indicators. I was going to add lights to the side cases - but can see no way to run the wires neatly without drilling - and the cases are watertight - so that won't happen.

 

[barbagris]

ever thought of replacing your OEM headlights with a much better projector like a landing light from a large airplane lots more visibility a lot farther too if I ever find two that fit the front i would not mind installing but concern would be current draw as I REMEMBER in airplanes as it was rather steep.. and oncoming traffic ..

And where - pray tell - do I get the 2kw alternator from?. Are they 12V?. Fit a 10w LASER - OK it will blind (or vaporise) any thing it lights up.

 

[Chip]

And where - pray tell - do I get the 2kw alternator from?. Are they 12V?. Fit a 10w LASER - OK it will blind (or vaporise) any thing it lights up.

Easy. Go purchase a small 2000 watt generator. I think think you can get a wheel package. Tow the generator, mount the biggest d**inverter that you can find. This gives you 12v. The laser? Your on your own.

 

[Bedifferent]

Easy. Go purchase a small 2000 watt generator. I think think you can get a wheel package. Tow the generator, mount the biggest d**inverter that you can find. This gives you 12v. The laser? Your on your own.

You need to get away from the OEM light. I still think this is an inexpensve solution.

 

[albertaduke]

And where - pray tell - do I get the 2kw alternator from?. Are they 12V?. Fit a 10w LASER - OK it will blind (or vaporise) any thing it lights up.

details... just small details

 

[barbagris]

The laser? Your on your own.

Schhhh - I have those already.