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Old 05-13-2015, 04:10 AM   #16
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Wow, the difference in brightness is astonishing.

I wonder what the comparison between the H4 bulb and the upgraded headlight is like. Perhaps I can do my own test when I switch out my H4 for my new Gundam headlight


 
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Old 05-13-2015, 04:17 AM   #17
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I will try my best to take an evening ride in the next few days, while my memory is fresh, to compare the brightness of the H4 bulb to the LED headlight. However, the upgraded LED headlight is now safely packed, and ready for shipment. I encourage the new owner of the LED headlight to post his review of the headlight on this thread. I will be interested to hear his impressions.
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Old 05-13-2015, 04:23 AM   #18
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I must admit, I think the LED headlight is 'dead sexy.' If the projected beams weren't so narrow, I wouldn't part with it. If I decide to get auxiliary lighting in the future, I will probably get another LED headlight.

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Old 05-13-2015, 06:07 AM   #19
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Spud, could you provide the part number etc for the LED headlight assembly you ordered? I know its probably on the "main thread" but it might be useful to have it on this "headlight review" thread as well.


 
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Old 05-13-2015, 10:55 AM   #20
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After replacing the stock HS1 bulb with an H4 bulb, I prefer the light patterns from the stock headlight over the LED headlight.
Spud, is there any evidence of excess heat with the H4 setup? Any discoloration?
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Old 05-13-2015, 11:28 AM   #21
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Spud, is there any evidence of excess heat with the H4 setup? Any discoloration?
No, there is no indication of any excess heat, discoloration, or any other damage. If one is concerned about excess heat from the 55W/60 H4 bulb, all he has to do is drill a couple of ventilation holes in the rear cover of the headlight. All the headlights on my other motorcycles are completely open in the back. Only the bulb is covered with a rubber boot.

There is nothing inside the back cover of the headlight that is vulnerable to dirt or rain. The low front fender and the high, well protected location of the headlight will also protect it from the elements. One could drill several ventilation holes in the lower portion of the cover if he were worried about rain entering the headlight.
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Old 05-13-2015, 11:32 AM   #22
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Spud, could you provide the part number etc for the LED headlight assembly you ordered? I know its probably on the "main thread" but it might be useful to have it on this "headlight review" thread as well.
I don't remember seeing a part number on the headlight, and I have already packed it for the new owner. However, here is a link to the Taobao page where I bought the headlight. If ordering the headlight from this vendor, one needs to make sure he selects the LED headlight, for the higher price, and not the stock headlight.

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=37861433653

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Old 05-13-2015, 08:21 PM   #23
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Upgraded headlight

i concur with spud, I don't like the function of the led headlight ,but I'm going to try an add some led. Driving lights to the crash bar.
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Old 05-13-2015, 08:46 PM   #24
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Thanks for the honest review, SpudRider. Saved me a lot of money. Most folks fear admitting a mistake. I bet you're man enough to wear pink, too. I'm now leaning towards reworking the stock headlight to hold a pair or trio of 9003/H4 or H1 projectors, though I've not decided what type of bulbs I'll use. I'd like to stay away from auxiliary lights hung on the bike for a couple reasons. First, I'd like to keep the aerodynamics clean because I'll be doing a LOT of riding at 55mph+. Second, I'd rather not have anything hanging out to get snagged on my occasional ride into a ditch due to excessive "enthusiasm" (stupidity) in a curve or something.
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Old 05-14-2015, 12:33 AM   #25
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You're welcome, but you're wrong. I never wear pink.
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Old 05-14-2015, 12:36 AM   #26
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i concur with spud, I don't like the function of the led headlight ,but I'm going to try an add some led. Driving lights to the crash bar.
I think the LED headlight might work very well for people with auxiliary lighting. The high beam projects very well down the road at night. Also, I think the bright LEDs greatly increase the safety factor while riding in daylight.
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Old 05-21-2015, 09:34 AM   #27
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Cyclops 3600 lumen LED

Has anyone considered this one ? They cost $70 for the H4.
Power draw is 20/40 watt
color temp 5500K
12 month warranty
they claim the brightest LED available
I think I'll give er a go.


 
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Old 05-21-2015, 10:37 AM   #28
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Has anyone considered this one ? They cost $70 for the H4.
Power draw is 20/40 watt
color temp 5500K
12 month warranty
they claim the brightest LED available
I think I'll give er a go.
Yes, I bought the generic version of that LED light from eBay, and installed it in my Honda CRF250X. You can read my installation thread, and review, at the following link.

http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=13947

However, I'm pretty sure that LED bulb will be too long to install in the RX3. Also, you would need to cut a hole in the back cover of the RX3 headlight for the fan.
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Old 08-17-2015, 04:02 AM   #29
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Has anyone considered this one ? They cost $70 for the H4.
Power draw is 20/40 watt
color temp 5500K
12 month warranty
they claim the brightest LED available
I think I'll give er a go.
I am going to recant my previous statement. Based upon the experience you reported at another forum, I have decided to experiment with an LED bulb in my RX3. I now believe at least one version of the LED bulbs will fit inside the RX3 headlight. Therefore, I ordered that bulb, and it should be here in a week or so. At that time I will attempt an installation, and report my results.
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Old 08-17-2015, 08:09 AM   #30
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I was jusg going to sugesst that spud... an led bulb in the stock halogen housing...LOL I upgraded my headlights to LED and they are definitely much brighter....however the housings are complete crap so I'm not sure how well they will do at night... you can definitely see me on the road though....will get some pics tonight....


 
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