Tiger 800 Headlight Bulb Upgrade

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  1. billyandmollysdad

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    One of my headlight bulbs blew today. I thought this would be a good opportunity to upgrade to some nice brighty whitey ones.
    Any recommendations from those who've done it ?
    I'm looking for simple plug and play options, as I'm a numpty when it comes to anything electrical.
    2015 tiger xrx.
     
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    Myself I would go for a led replacement. But whatever don't be tempted to go silly wattage as it tends to melt the lens.
     
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    Halfords do an H7 bulb that is said to be 200% brighter, i fitted these to my old 800 and although they were a only slightly brighter they gave a whiter light.
    Be aware though that it is an upgrade you should tell your insurance about, seemingly a brighter light means you can go faster at night etc etc:rolleyes:
    I really wouldn't bother with led conversions
     
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    I've fitted Cenmol H4 LED bulbs to 4 different bikes. Makes a huge difference riding at night, so much safer, and no problems passing MIOT.
     
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    I have done this on my Ducati. Nice and white light. BUT because the reflector is designed for a halogen bulb you will find the beam spread produced with a LED “bulb” is somewhat lacking and may give glare to oncoming motorists. However @NatM would appear to have found one he is happy with.
     
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    Best bulb I’ve found (and used) to date is the Ring Pro 5000K bulb from Halfords
    H4 & H7 versions available.
     
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    I'll report back when I've got them fitted
     
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    Hmm, not quite what i had in mind. 20241222_112740.jpg
     
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    Hi I' m definitely new so trying to figure this out. This looks like a good forum please bear with me. Owned British a long time. But I'm just now getting back into old. Just bought 79 t140. Hack bike should never have took the bait. To late now, so to begin 45 watts is suppose to be max for headlight. What can I get away with without running the battery down? Thanks for any help. I'll try to post better next time
     
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    @Britman you really need to start your own thread. As hijacking someone else's thread never really gets much attention. But welcome to the family.
     
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