08-07-2017, 02:47 PM
I can't remember what I used the first two times, but on the last three bikes I have used Hella FF50 lights and will probably mount a set on the CB. They are reasonably priced and give good "pencil beam" coverage. I wire a relay in to isolate the light circuit from the rest of the bike wiring (which is inadequate to carry the current needed) then use another relay to grab a signal from the high beam. With the driving light switch turned on, they will illuminate with the high beam, and turn off with switching to low beam. this way it keeps oncoming drivers from being blinded and crossing the center line.
Another factor is when you do meet another vehicle, and need to switch to low beam, you will momentarily be plunged into darkness. The greater the illumination difference, the longer the recovery time to be able to see with the low beams.
I don't have the spec's on these lights in memory, and I have no commercial interest in the brand or it's retail network. I have just liked them and settled on using them. They have worked well in Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, where the towns and gas stations are a full tank of gas apart.
Good luck on your search for what meets your needs. And many miles of safe riding.
Jim
Another factor is when you do meet another vehicle, and need to switch to low beam, you will momentarily be plunged into darkness. The greater the illumination difference, the longer the recovery time to be able to see with the low beams.
I don't have the spec's on these lights in memory, and I have no commercial interest in the brand or it's retail network. I have just liked them and settled on using them. They have worked well in Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, where the towns and gas stations are a full tank of gas apart.
Good luck on your search for what meets your needs. And many miles of safe riding.
Jim