View Full Version : Replacement lens for 80/100 bulb?


XLXR
18th November 2006, 07:13
I put in PIAA 80/100 w bulb and comagination modulator / relay on headlight. Much better, but I would like to replace the lens with one that focuses light better on the road. I read up on Adjure, but they all say for 55/60 w bulbs.

Any suggestions for a replacement lens for higher wattage bulbs? Or will the Adjure be OK?

grizz420
19th November 2006, 01:40
I'm curious if the stock housing and connecter will hold up to that high watt bulb???

there has been problems with the stock bulb holder {socket} melting...just a heads up

XLXR
19th November 2006, 03:27
I rode at night for 3 hours with stock wires. They did get warm, but nothing melted down. I think an 80/100 bulb is pushing the limits because others have reported meltdowns with higher wattage bulbs. That's why I went with the comagination relay set up. I didn't see much difference in the acutal connector, but at least the high current flows through a dedicated circuit with heavier wire, and not the handlebar switch. I decided to remove the rubber piece behnd the bulb, to help reduce localized heating. My guess it does nothing but protect from rain, and I don't ride in the rain.

detailer57
22nd November 2006, 18:20
I just installed a 55/100 bulb in my bike. I have been running the same in my blazer. In my truck I added relays because it would over heat the switch and turn off the lights.

Will I need to do the same on my bike?

XLXR
23rd November 2006, 05:53
From what I have read on the forum and from my limited experience, 100 watts should be OK. But there are no guarantees, a single bad or corroded connection may cause a melt down.

I found a high temperature headlight socket at the auto parts store. Made buy American Auto Products, 3A Racing, part # 46-9993. It says it will handle up to 482 degreees F.

I have also installed www.comagination.com flasher and relay system. It does make the bulb a bit brighter due to less voltage loss. I soldered the connections.

I have bought a bulb that claims to draw only 55 watts, but put out light equivalent to 100 watts. Hope that also helps.