Lights and more

[treytexag_imp]

Dr. Swan, since I ride around in Houston - very heavy traffic filled with distracted drivers - I'm always looking for ways to improve the safety of my bike.

I like the idea of the yellow strip of lights facing back on the windshield so that when you make a lane change, the cars immediately next to me can see the "blinker".

Could you share a little detail on how you did this mod? What lights did you add, where / how did you wire them up, how did you "hide" wiring - etc? I'd appreciate any additional info you would share on this sir.

Hello everyone,

DISCLAIMER: Ensure you check with your local law enforcement agency before adding any mods I suggest. One person had the nerve to post that I should be careful with advise, get a life. I don't ride your bike and am not responsible for anyone's actions.

I've added a Spirit windshield, new mirrors, TourMaster and Saddleman bags, Kuryakyn Large ISO-Pegs (Highway pegs w/custom bracket), throttle assistant for applying gas without numbness, 2 blue LED lights under the gas tank that are only visible from the side, one each side - yellow LED strips on the windshield facing backwards at blinker level so cars next to you can see your signal for lane change and one 13" red LED strip under the back seat so I have two brake lights, the LED is very bright and people know you are stopping.

The bags and windshield were on my 1984 Honda V30 Magna and fit fine. You'll find that if you document your bikes dimensions, you can make your own brackets and attach almost anything to it. I mounted a universal luggage rack to the V30 easily. These bikes need a back rest and luggage rack for sure. Corbin has a really nice seat for this bike. It has a backrest for both riders and is a little over $500. It's worth it for me, the stock seat isn't very comfortable at all!