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Headlight reflector
DomP:
The correct fitment LED replacement from Classic Car Leds seems the sensible option to me Ted, it'll save the charging system a bit and suit my other led upgrades. It's 3mm longer but I don't think that will cause a problem in the original headlight bowl.
Johnwebley:
--- Quote from: Skoti on May 26, 2024, 07:17:16 PM ---This is the LED that I fitted to the original reflector on my F1 which is a direct replacement for the original bulb that you have (P45T).
https://www.classiccarleds.co.uk/products/compact-direct-fit-p45t-r2-led-hi-lo-beam-conversion-5-15-volts-410-423?_pos=3&_sid=a1490a3e3&_ss=r
While you're at it I recommend updating the side light bulb as well (BA9S).
It's very bright and would almost suffice as a day running light.
https://www.classiccarleds.co.uk/products/ba9s-bright-white-200-lumen-t4w-233-led-drl-sidelight-upgrade-bulb-llb233-llb989?_pos=3&_sid=db90a2d79&_ss=r
Hope this helps
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Hi all,
I ordered the P45T by mistake,
So anyone want it?
£10 plus 2,95 p&p
Just message me
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Skoti:
--- Quote from: Johnwebley on May 26, 2024, 06:58:21 PM ---I don't know the answer,
But I have a H4 bulb,in a non standard reflector,
Fitting Cebie or similar used to be an upgrade
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John,
apologies if I mislead you, P45t seems to be fitted to standard reflectors only...
Anyhow I can recommend this LED replacement bulb for extra brightness and lower power consumption as suitable for our old bikes.
Laverda Dave:
I have just bought the P43T LED for my Cibie. I have gone for 3000k Cool White because it has a more yellowish light to it. Having read up on a few things relating to cars etc pulling out on bikers it has been indicated (not proven) that a headlight with a yellowish tint is more noticeable to car drivers. Bright white tends to get washed out with all the cars nowadays that have their sidelights permanently on.
Skoti:
--- Quote from: Laverda Dave on May 31, 2024, 06:57:56 PM ---I have just bought the P43T LED for my Cibie. I have gone for 3000k Cool White because it has a more yellowish light to it. Having read up on a few things relating to cars etc pulling out on bikers it has been indicated (not proven) that a headlight with a yellowish tint is more noticeable to car drivers. Bright white tends to get washed out with all the cars nowadays that have their sidelights permanently on.
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Dave,
in order to avoid further confusion please may I point out that the cool white LED you mention is actually 6000k, it's the warm white LED that's 3000k and as you note probably the more appropriate looking LED for our old nails.
https://www.classiccarleds.co.uk/products/compact-direct-fit-p45t-r2-led-hi-lo-beam-conversion-5-15-volts-410-423?_pos=3&_sid=a1490a3e3&_ss=r
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