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Cant afford HID light Conversion? You can now!
Cant afford HID light Conversion? You Can now! These look brilliant!
I have just fitted a Phillips super power 80% more light Bulb to the XT and thought the result was amazing, till I saw this!
OK the Bulb was 23 euros against 89 Quid for one of these..... but even so.
Guess what Im saving up for!
They even do kits for C*rs and 4WD vehicles.
HID50.com 50 watt HID lighting
Martyn
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Guess what Im saving up for! 
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Nice find Martyn!
The light on the R100 GS's is like a glow worm. Been looking for something to upgrade it for a while.
Like you, I will have to start saving
John
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Hi Martyn,
I've been testing the Philips bulbs since they were first brought into the country.
Pro's- much brighter, pure white light.
- improved penetration (oh er Mrs)
Con's- more costly that the standard fitment
- much reduced life span. I was getting around 300hrs worth of use but as I average
about 2.5 hrs per day then they were only lasting about 4 months.
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you mean these ones?
If they are the same as these..... then 4 months use? 23.50 Euros here, What price in UK I dont Know. Hmmmmm ....maybe it would be cheaper ( and BRIGHTER) within 12-18 months to buy the HID replacement, although the HID only comes in 35 watt for the H4 fitment for a Bike, but that is equivalent to a 200watt Halogen or more in brightness.
I will agree the Phillips is MUCH brighter, a very 'White' light, and and a move I would recommend to anyone wanting brighter lights on a budget. They would have been Killer on My K100.........
Martyn
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not really an option!
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The ORIGINAL post (by Me) was HID lighting you can AFFORD! I don't call $525 affordable, I call that EXSPENSIVE!
They are nice though. Good Find. for people with deep pockets
Martyn
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