Cap'n Kirks Givi V46NT LED Brake Light Install

[filbert]

Oh, I just posted mine a little while ago! Should be in this same forum section. http://www.kawasakiversys.com/forums...ad.php?t=19394

[BaileyMan]

Nicely done!

[BaileyMan]

Finally got around to getting some pics of my LED light install. Thanks Cap'n for blazing the trail...

I had some LED strips that I ordered from superbrightleds.com and never used. I don't know how thrilled I am about them, but they work. I think they are barely visible in daylight. Especially when riding into the sun, I can't imagine the car behind me would be able to see much in the way of turn signals or running lights with the glare. They're great at night though, and that's what I was really hoping for.

Running lights


Brake lights


Turn signals/running lights


I also used a small rubber grommet with some silicon glue for the wires entering the case. Not the best photo...


I really like having these extra lights. Knowing that I'm a little more visible to the cars behind me is comforting. I still don't trust them though...

[Capn Kirk]

Originally Posted by BaileyMan

Finally got around to getting some pics of my LED light install. Thanks Cap'n for blazing the trail...

Lookin good!

[bobgong]

First, a big thanks to Cap'n Kirk for his original write-up on this process.

My build, for the most part, is the same but with a few differences. I used Superbright LEDs, an audio barrel connector for the quick disconnect, a single 330ohm resistor, and a different relay with similar specs. I also cut and soldered the amber strips the same way as Cap'n Kirk, to make the strip bend around the case, but I lined the leds up with the red ones below. The leds were also moved closer the the center as well. I think it looks a little better and neater that way. The third strip of center brake/running leds was not used.

I am a bit worried about the disconnect not being weatherproof, but in hot/dry Arizona it should be okay. We'll see next year during monsoon season. I did put silicone on the outside and in the hole drilled in the case as well as dielectric grease on the inside to keep moisture out and make it easier to remove.

I left the connections inside the case document compartment with wirenuts so I can make easy changes if need be. All other connections were soldered. The spade connectors you see used on the turn signal were temporary to test the circuits.

Components:
The LEDs are WFLS-R60-BK and WFLS-A30-BK red and amber strips from Superbright.
330ohm resistor, R40-11D2-12 relay, and microphone/audio 4-pin barrel connectors, and 4 conductor cable came from Fry's.

[Capn Kirk]

Originally Posted by bobgong

First, a big thanks to Cap'n Kirk for his original write-up on this process.

My build, for the most part, is the same but with a few differences....

Looks like a solid and well done install. Thanks for posting!