xb12r blowing low beams and intermittent CEL

[njloco]

I think I was lucky in that the VR didn't overcharge the battery but rather just stopped charging.
Some of the members installed a small led voltage gauge on the bike so they get a constant read out of what the VR is doing, that's next on my list to do.

[Cooter]

There was someone who posted a cool LED bulb that would be Green for resting and charging (12.0-14.8) and Yellow for under voltage (<12V) and Red overcharging (>14.8V). I thought it was perfect for a charging system check at a glance on the road. No tiny digits to read, and a clear indicator for a intermittent problem. After all you don't really need to know the exact voltage at that time, just that theres a problem to look for.

I can't find it now but I thought it was an awesome idea, and easy to install. Theres even an extra bulb hole in the dash.

[young scooter]

I am gonna need a write up on this

[young scooter]

Thanks. I ordered that voltmeter, I am gonna do that mod. Any ideas on how to remove the gauge shroud from the firebolt?

[Cooter]

http://buellmods.com/#TabbedContent

[young scooter]

Thanks. You reccommend installing LED backlights while i am in there? I read somewhere someone got light "hotspots" from doing that. The light didnt diffuse well. Sound about right?

[Cooter]

Not if you get the OEM stock Buell replacement

https://sphdonline.com/products/y040...48ff694d&_ss=r

[young scooter]

backlights to the instrument cluster, not brakelight lol

[Cooter]

Oh, whoops! lol. Read that wrong

IMO, I'd leave the stock ones in the instrument cluster.

[young scooter]

New VR seems to fix things. Headlights havent burned out yet after 30 miles of riding