How to choose your motorcycle lighthouse?

Roll with style and safety?!

In this article we are going help you to choose your new front headlight With maximum advice. For example all the tips to install it and adjust it correctly yourself.

What do we mean by "fire" or "lighthouse"? It is simply the light projector placed at theBefore of a vehicle.

Changing the front lighthouse of a motorcycle may be necessary for several reasons:

• Wear : The front lights are subject to difficult driving conditions, in particular to vibrations, shocks, heat and bad weather. Over time, the lighthouse bulbs can wear out and lose brightness, which reduces night visibility or in bad weather. In this case, it is recommended to replace them to ensure good visibility on the road.

• Breakdown : Like any electrical component, the headlights can break down due to a short circuit, a defective connection or other electrical problems. If your front lighthouse does not work at all, it may be necessary to replace it.

• Upgrade : Some bikers choose to replace their original lighthouse with a model efficient Or aesthetically different. For example, they can opt for a motorcycle LED lighthouse, which offers better visibility, longer lifespan and reduced energy consumption compared to traditional bulbs. This can also improve the overall appearance of the motorcycle.

• Upgrading : Your motorcycle has a poor quality lighthouse. In order to meet traffic standards, you want to install an approved lighthouse. These have the Mention "E" often written on the projector glass. They have the mention "approved" on our site. 

Here is a preparation bobber with our approved brass headlight : 

First of all, what are the types of motorcycle lighthouses?

There are several Types of lighthouses for motorcycles, here are some of the most common:

• Halogen headlights:

Halogen headlights are the most commonly used type of headlights on motorcycles.

They use a halogen bulb standard that produces light by passing an electric current through a filament.

Halogen headlights offer decent brightness, but they have a shorter lifespan compared to other more recent types of headlights.

They are from their lOok retro, often used as a vintage motorcycle lighthouse.

• LED headlights:

The LED motorcycle lighthouse (Light-Emitting Diode) is increasingly popular.

They use electroluminescent diodes to produce light. LED headlights are brighter that halogen headlights, consume less energy, have a longer lifespan and offer a better visibility.

They are also available in a variety of colors and designs. Indeed you can find a more designer round motorcycle lighthouse because this modular technology.

• Xenon headlights:

The Xenon headlights, also known as the HID headlights (High-Intensity Discharge), use an electric arc discharge to produce light.

They offer an Lincreased uminosity and visibility compared to halogen headlights, but they require a ballast and special ignition to function properly.

• Adaptive headlights:

Adaptive headlights are headlights which automatically adjust according to driving conditions.

They may include features such as directional lighting systems, which rotate with the handlebar movement to light the road in turns.

These headlights improve night visibility and safety or under difficult driving conditions.

• Additional headlights:

Additional headlights are additional lights installed on a vehicle To improve lighting.

They are often used in situations where increased visibility is necessary, such as driving at night, off -road driving or in unfavorable weather conditions.

• Lighthouse plate:

The motorcycle flagship plate is often made up of a bulb -type motorcycle optics in a fairing that is aesthetically surrounding lighting.

This type of lighthouse is often used in Moto Cross (Enduro), Scrambler, Flat Track, Tracker, Trail and Supermotard.

Click on the style of your choice Below and access our product lists according to the desired motorcycle style: 

- Vintage motorcycle

- Bobber

- Café Racer

- Scrambler

- Tracker

To find out more about motorcycle styles, here is an article devoted to the subject: Motor styles guide: cafe racer, scrambler, bobber etc ...

Regarding the additional motorcycle lighthouse:

There are several types of additional headlights, each with its own specific characteristics and applications:

• Fog lights: These headlights are designed to shed light on the road during conditions of fog, snow or heavy rain. They mounted low on the vehicle to reduce the reflection of light and improve visibility under low visibility conditions. Very practical at night when your motorcycle is not equipped with a directional headlight, these spotlights allow to light the interior of the turn and thus allow you to take the best trajectory safely.

• Long -range headlights: These headlights are designed To project an intense beam over a long distance, thus improving visibility during night driving on released roads. They are generally mounted on the upper part of the vehicle.

• Light bar headlights: It is a bar containing several LEDs, providing powerful and uniform lighting on a large area. The light bar headlights are often used on all -terrain vehicles kind Trail Or Scramble To shed light on the surrounding areas.

Here is an example of a Ducati Scrambler Equipped with additional headlights: 

How to choose are flagship before?

The choice of front headlights For a motorcycle depends on several important factors. Here are some points to take into consideration when selecting the front headlights for your motorcycle:

1. Motorcycle type: Different types of motorcycles may require specific front headlights depending on their design and use. For example, a sports motorcycle may need headlights with long-range projection for increased visibility at high speed, while a all-terrain motorcycle may require more robust and vibration resistant headlights.
2. Style and aesthetics: The front headlights also contribute to the general appearance of the motorcycle. If you want to personalize the aesthetics of your motorcycle, you can choose from a variety of headlight styles, such as round headlights, rectangular headlights, LED headlights or headlights with special patterns.
3. Light performance: Consider the power and quality of lighting of the front headlights. LED headlights are generally brighter, more effective and have a longer lifespan compared to traditional halogen headlights. Make sure that the headlights chosen offer adequate visibility for secure driving in different conditions, whether at night, in the rain or in the fog.
4. Facility : Check the compatibility of the front headlights with your motorcycle in terms of mounting and electrical connection. Certain headlights may require modifications or adapters to properly adapt to your motorcycle.

Preparation brastyle of a customer equipped withA LED lighthouse : 

How to connect a motorcycle lighthouse?

The connection of a motorcycle lighthouse May vary depending on the specific model of the motorcycle and the type of lighthouse you use. However, here are the general steps for the connection of a motorcycle lighthouse:

1. Preparation : Make sure that the motorcycle is off and the battery is disconnected to avoid short-circuit or electrical risk.
2. Withdrawal from the old lighthouse (if necessary): If you replace an existing lighthouse, you will first have to remove the old lighthouse. This may involve the withdrawal of screws or other fixings that keep the lighthouse in place. Consult the user manual for your motorcycle or search for instructions specific to your model to guide you.
3. Existing wiring verification: Before connecting the new lighthouse, check the existing wiring of the motorcycle. Make sure it is in good condition and there are no damaged threads or loose connections.
4. Connection of the threads of the new lighthouse: At Remmotorcycle all our products have their electrical correspondence from the wires that you will easily find in the description of the article sheet. If your motorcycle is not with original LED lighting you will probably need to use resistances available on our site. If your new LED lighthouse has low lighting intensity then you need LED resistance.
5. Connection of the switch (if applicable): If your new lighthouse has a separate switch, you will also need to connect the switch's wires to the motorcycle electrical system. This may involve connection to existing power cables or a separate cable beam. Often the case for additional headlights as seen above.
6. Fixing the new lighthouse: Once the electrical connections have been made, securely fix the new lighthouse on the motorcycle using the appropriate screws or fixings. Make sure it is properly aligned and secure.
7. Operation verification: Once everything is connected and fixed, reconnect the battery and light the motorcycle to check the operation of the new headlight. Make sure it lights up properly and that it works as expected.

It is important to note that motorcycles can have different electrical systems and specific wiring patterns. If you encounter problems when connecting, contact the team Remmotorcycle Who will help you pass this step easily.

A Sportster Equipped with our Bobber LED lighthouse : 

How to adjust a motorcycle lighthouse?

The adjustment of the headlights of a motorcycle is essential to ensure optimal visibility while avoiding dazzling other drivers. Here are the general steps to adjust a motorcycle lighthouse:

1. Preparation : Park your motorcycle on a flat surface, facing a wall or a garage with enough space to back down. We advise you to equip yourself in order to reproduce the load weight on your motorcycle.
2. Horizontal level: Make sure the motorcycle is straight and horizontal. Use a level if necessary to obtain a perfectly horizontal position.
3. Vertical adjustment: Light the lighthouse headlights and observe the projection of the light beams on the wall or garage. The headlights must be set to light the road in front of you without dazzling the other drivers. Generally, the light beams should be slightly lower than the horizon line. As a rule, 5 meters from the wall, your light beam must be 10 cm lower than the height of your headlight.
4. Adjustment of adjustment screws: The headlights of most motorcycles are equipped with adjustment screws to adjust the height of the headlights. These screws are generally located at the rear or on the sides of the headlights. Use an appropriate screwdriver or key to adjust the adjustment screws, turning in the time or anti -anti -mockery to increase or decrease the height of the headlights respectively.
5. Rehearsal for the other lighthouse (if applicable): If your motorcycle is equipped with two headlights, repeat the same steps to set the second headlight.

It is important to note that these steps may vary slightly depending on the specific model of your motorcycle. Always refer to manual of your motorcycle to obtain precise instructions on the adjustment of the headlights.

If you encounter difficulties or if you are not sure of the procedure, it is recommended to contact us To adjust the headlights of your motorcycle.

Here is one of lighthouse that is most successful, a LED light 6.8 With daylight:

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