2017 CB1100EX Clearwater Darla Lights Install

[TXBikerGuy]

I've been a fan of Clearwater lights since I put my first set of Darla's on my 2014 BMW K1600GTL. Put my 2nd set on the KTM 1190 Adventure and now, the 3rd set is fully installed on the '17 EX. Posting some pics of the process in case anyone else is thinking about adding these in the future.

I chose the universal fender mount/location in part because I like having the ability to direct the beams by turning the handlebars. The can also be mounted easily on engine guards--particularly the SW Motech bars as they have a nice crossbar almost custom-made for lights.



The wiring runs nicely up along the brake lines. This is the R side light.



Wiring continues into the opening along the side of the frame under the fuel tank on both sides. (I removed the tank to make the wiring install easier)



This little pocket area worked out perfectly as a spot to collect the wires from the lights, controller knob and power relay. It would have been a much cleaner install if I'd have cut all the wires to just the length needed for this bike. But, at $550 a set--I want to retain the ability to take these off this bike if/when I sell it to use on the next bike. So, I accepted a little "rat's nest" look as a result. I hope I don't lose too much credibility here for that.



Apparently, I've reached the limit of photos for a single post so I'll stop this one here and start a new one to finish up. Coming up...leads to the battery control knob and inside the headlight shell.