Hyperlites or alternatives?

[mr_magicfingers]

I'm about to take delivery of a pair of Vern's worldbeater panniers. I'm looking at putting some additional rear/indicator lights on the outside edge, as the shortened indicators are hard to see from certain angles with the panniers on. As I plan to leave the panniers on pretty much all the time, I figured some more visible lights would be a good idea.

I like the idea of hyperlites as they have one that includes both rear lights and indicators, which would be a great thing to have out on the far edges of the rear panniers. I was just wondering if anyone else had used these or had opinions on alternatives to consider

http://www.hyperlites.com/3way.html

Alternatively I could simply mount some red and amber led panels connected to brake and indicator lights respectively if I could find some decent ones.

Any suggestions?

 

[rob mac]

We use these on US vehicles to convert to UK spec, super slim, super bright. If you have any hassle ordering without an account just give me a shout.

http://www.rsg-ontop.com/enter.php


Item
LED-519-01

 

[essjay]

Hyperlights are worth every penny and more. I had a set on my old VStrom and they were fantastic. Never really noticed how good they were until recently when I was riding behind a mate with them. I could see him from half a km away.

Waiting until I have the cash then getting a set for the GS.

 

[Packer]

I'm about to take delivery of a pair of Vern's worldbeater panniers. I'm looking at putting some additional rear/indicator lights on the outside edge, as the shortened indicators are hard to see from certain angles with the panniers on. As I plan to leave the panniers on pretty much all the time, I figured some more visible lights would be a good idea.

I like the idea of hyperlites as they have one that includes both rear lights and indicators, which would be a great thing to have out on the far edges of the rear panniers. I was just wondering if anyone else had used these or had opinions on alternatives to consider

http://www.hyperlites.com/3way.html

Alternatively I could simply mount some red and amber led panels connected to brake and indicator lights respectively if I could find some decent ones.

Any suggestions?

They all seem to be intended to fit on a single number pate width bracket or have I not searched thoroughly enough?

Or how about these from the RSG site?

Find them in Vehicle Lighting under Stop/Tail/Indicator LED, currently £13.75 each

 

[Buttso]

video of the hypers... like the ones I have.. except mine are on my panniers..

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[mr_magicfingers]

We use these on US vehicles to convert to UK spec, super slim, super bright. If you have any hassle ordering without an account just give me a shout.

http://www.rsg-ontop.com/enter.php


Item
LED-519-01

Nice but would need two each per side, so £200 all in.

 

[mr_magicfingers]

They all seem to be intended to fit on a single number pate width bracket or have I not searched thoroughly enough?

Or how about these from the RSG site?

Find them in Vehicle Lighting under Stop/Tail/Indicator LED, currently £13.75 each

Those look like just the job, or perhaps the larger ones, and should wire in easily. Thanks for that. Cheap too.

 

[mr_magicfingers]

video of the hypers... like the ones I have.. except mine are on my panniers..

Care to share a photo or two please?

 

[Buttso]

no problem.. here ya go

 

[Aidan1150]

What kind of plug/socket are you using to get the power into the pannier to the lights?

 

[Buttso]

I use AMP 5 way Superseal waterproof connectors.. and they have a quick release.. so 2 secs and they are unplugged

this guy on ebay is the cheapest around..

ebay item : 180364037158

 

[Packer]

It will be good fun trying to ground those side mounted ones off on the road!

 

[Popeye]

I've used these PowerPort units to get a waterproof seal for the cable into the panniers.

I have the correct crimping tool for the AMP connectors.

I can do custom variations of wiring for anyone interested.

Some other details HERE

 

[Horse1200]

Just a quick question. Have been looking to add more rear marker lights to my panniers. How have you connected the extra lights to the bike`s electrics. Had been told you should not cut into the bikes electric`s as it has can-bus wiring.
Cheers

 

[mr_magicfingers]

I'm thinking of using these

http://www.mesltd.co.uk/waterproof-deck-plug-socket-p-1002.html

that way the socket is built into the pannier with a waterproof screw on cover when not in use and the other end can tuck away under the seat. Connections are waterproof to 10m so I'm hoping I never need more than that.

 

[Buttso]

hey horse..

most people will use an auxiliary fuse panel..

as described in this thread.

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=206423&highlight=centech


cheers

buttso