Hyperlites anybody?

[@ndy]

Thinking about putting this 3way LED (brake light, running light, indicators) on my Katana to blind/warn the driver behind me since my ultra bright helmet still not enough (close call today).


WARNING: Very bright web-site wear sunglasses!
http://www.hyperlites.com/3way.html

Anybody has experience with it or a similar product?

[MystikEagle]

If that doesn't make them take notice, nothing will...

[ducatilover]

I think you are supposed to have "E" marked lights for legal purposes (I think it has to do with approved for view angles/brightness)
But it's worth a try, they look good, not at that price though

[bogan]

Why do you think those will be brighter than your stock unit? LEDs are brighter when you are up close as the light isn't as spread out, smaller 'bulbs'. But the actual light output (lumens) may not be much higher, and may not make much difference. I'd want to see some figures for light output rather than just some photos.

I built my own LED tail light (see avatar for its running light function), needed 36 high intensity LEDs to ensure I had more lumens (200 iirc) than the stock unit (which was a bright one to begin with).

[MystikEagle]

I think you are supposed to have "E" marked lights for legal purposes (I think it has to do with approved for view angles/brightness)
But it's worth a try, they look good, not at that price though

I agree, make sure you check the WoF legalities before buying. I think there is a similar thread on here started a couple days ago... Something about running lights

[bogan]

I think you are supposed to have "E" marked lights for legal purposes (I think it has to do with approved for view angles/brightness)
But it's worth a try, they look good, not at that price though

Nah thats a common myth lazy wof testers perpetuate. Your lights have to comply to basically the same standards, but its the wof guys job to make sure they do. Checking for an E mark is easier than having to check output and viewing angle for them.

[ducatilover]

Nah thats a common myth lazy wof testers perpetuate. Your lights have to comply to basically the same standards, but its the wof guys job to make sure they do. Checking for an E mark is easier than having to check output and viewing angle for them.
I'm pretty sure we've had this discussion before? And that was the conclusion last time. De-ja-fuckin-vu
It's true, LEDs are not usually very visible from angles and distance. The light on my ZX6 has 15 or 18 (can't remember) LEDs, which if looking straight at 'em are extremely bright, but from angles, a standard unit would most likely be more visible

[@ndy]

Why do you think those will be brighter than your stock unit? LEDs are brighter when you are up close as the light isn't as spread out, smaller 'bulbs'. But the actual light output (lumens) may not be much higher, and may not make much difference. I'd want to see some figures for light output rather than just some photos.

I built my own LED tail light (see avatar for its running light function), needed 36 high intensity LEDs to ensure I had more lumens (200 iirc) than the stock unit (which was a bright one to begin with).

I thought to add them on the side of the number plate but keeping my brake light just a standard bulb. Kind of like a third stop on a car.

Cheaper option would be to convert turning lights to running lights but I think that's dangerous if the cage driver only give you a quick glance and thinks you're turning ?

[bogan]

I'm pretty sure we've had this discussion before? And that was the conclusion last time. De-ja-fuckin-vu
It's true, LEDs are not usually very visible from angles and distance. The light on my ZX6 has 15 or 18 (can't remember) LEDs, which if looking straight at 'em are extremely bright, but from angles, a standard unit would most likely be more visible

Yup, I think 98tls had to tell me a few time before I remembered too.

Depends a lot on the LED, mine are a square type which has a wider angle of view than the round ones, so I've got good results from all angles; in function and form :D


I thought to add them on the side of the number plate but keeping my brake light just a standard bulb. Kind of like a third stop on a car.

Cheaper option would be to convert turning lights to running lights but I think that's dangerous if the cage driver only give you a quick glance and thinks you're turning ?

If its in addition it wouldn't hurt, just shop around a bit and get some bright ones that are visible from a wide angle, rather than the ones with a fancy name. Nothing against hyperlights mind you, but they don't provide any tech specs I could see, so I'm a bit wary.

Yeh I would never use always on indicator running lights, I've currently got dim indicator (dual filament) running lights but its obviously too dim for people to think I'm indicating at a glance.

[Gremlin]

Similar to hyperlites, I've installed Admore lighting on the back of both bikes. They vary in application, but I figure anything out of the ordinary may help. The ones in the Hornet top box flash red first when applied for the first time in 15 secs then go solid, which I hope grabs the attention of vehicles behind.

Cars seem to stay further back too...

[Daffyd]

I saw an SUV the other day with a very effective system. There was a row of LED's around the perimeter of the no plate and another row vertically on either side of the middle number, (Basically, 2 larger and 1 smaller rectangle.) These flashed alternately, ie, plate perimeter, then middle number perimeter. It was VERY effective, even in bright sunlight.

Dunno if it would be legal in NZ but most vehicles, cars, jeepneys, and bikes have extra lights here.

[@ndy]

If its in addition it wouldn't hurt, just shop around a bit and get some bright ones that are visible from a wide angle, rather than the ones with a fancy name. Nothing against hyperlights mind you, but they don't provide any tech specs I could see, so I'm a bit wary.


Thank you. I'm a noob in the matter so could you suggest what should I look for when asking for the tech specs? I might send them an e-mail. Cheers.