Best mod you've done so far? - Page 6

Sarris · 07-10-2008, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Easy Rider

He added one. "The law" doesn't seem to be a major concern. :roll:

:oops:

douglaskinney_phd · 09-10-2008, 10:02 PM

In the short time I have had my bike.

1. Head light modulator

2. New Headlamp H4 blue..Very Bright White Light

3. Driving Lights.

4. Windshield.

5. LED Bulb replacment in Tail Light, Neutral Switch, and Turn Signal Indicator.

6. Blue LED light strip on back fender under Tag and under gas tank.

7. Bad Boy Air Horn

Sarris · 09-10-2008, 10:06 PM

You might try the original "Back Off" unit from Signal Dynamics. Simple three wire installation. I have it on mine and it works great.

http://www.signaldynamics.com/products/Modules/xp.asp

Also, be careful about excessive battery drain from the driving lights, as the GZ's electrical system is pretty weak and fairly maxed out.

:rawk:

Jer · 09-10-2008, 10:11 PM

What does a headlight modulator do?

I like the looks of that Back Off unit.

patrick_777 · 09-10-2008, 10:16 PM

A headlight modulator flickers the headlight constantly. It adds a strobe effect (but at a fast frequency) which is easy to notice far away which greatly increases your visibility. Its drawback is that it retards the ability for oncoming traffic to determine your distance and closing speed.

Also, it can actually promote target fixation by the same oncoming traffic, which can be bad for you.

Jer · 09-10-2008, 10:19 PM

Ahhhh. I think a brighter blue/white bulb like those dudes rolling around in Escalades use would be a good idea then. I always seem to notice those.

Sarris · 09-10-2008, 10:31 PM

I agree with you on the blue xenon bulb, but the headlight modulator really pisses people off. I'd also like to install a crystal cut head lamp unit instead of the flat stock frennelled lamp to promote a longer beam distance.

Jer · 09-10-2008, 10:35 PM

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crystal cut head lamp unit

Thats the cover that goes over the bulb?

patrick_777 · 09-10-2008, 10:37 PM

:yes:

Sarris · 09-10-2008, 10:40 PM

It's the entire unit that the bulb goes into. It looks like a sealed beam round headlamp with a hole in the back for the bulb. They vary in price from about $20 to $100 or so. Some have skulls, iron crosses, or other decorative features molded into the glass lens. I want a clear ice model for it's enhanced projection.

:cool:

09-10-2008, 10:02 PM	#52
douglaskinney_phd Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas Posts: 11	Re: Best mod you've done so far? In the short time I have had my bike. 1. Head light modulator 2. New Headlamp H4 blue..Very Bright White Light 3. Driving Lights. 4. Windshield. 5. LED Bulb replacment in Tail Light, Neutral Switch, and Turn Signal Indicator. 6. Blue LED light strip on back fender under Tag and under gas tank. 7. Bad Boy Air Horn __________________ Save a horse, ride a Suzuki!!!!
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09-10-2008, 10:06 PM	#53
Sarris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Port Richey, Florida USA Posts: 1,348	Re: Best mod you've done so far? You might try the original "Back Off" unit from Signal Dynamics. Simple three wire installation. I have it on mine and it works great. http://www.signaldynamics.com/products/Modules/xp.asp Also, be careful about excessive battery drain from the driving lights, as the GZ's electrical system is pretty weak and fairly maxed out. :rawk: __________________ Prudent riders live longer than moron riders. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-10-2008, 10:11 PM	#54
Jer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Des Moines IA USA Posts: 310	Re: Best mod you've done so far? What does a headlight modulator do? I like the looks of that Back Off unit. __________________ "There's many who tried, to prove that they're faster, but they didn't last and they died as they tried!"
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09-10-2008, 10:16 PM	#55
patrick_777 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,763	Re: Best mod you've done so far? A headlight modulator flickers the headlight constantly. It adds a strobe effect (but at a fast frequency) which is easy to notice far away which greatly increases your visibility. Its drawback is that it retards the ability for oncoming traffic to determine your distance and closing speed. Also, it can actually promote target fixation by the same oncoming traffic, which can be bad for you. __________________ ]I am hiding in Honduras. I am a desperate man. Send lawyers, guns and money. The shit has hit the fan. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-10-2008, 10:19 PM	#56
Jer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Des Moines IA USA Posts: 310	Re: Best mod you've done so far? Ahhhh. I think a brighter blue/white bulb like those dudes rolling around in Escalades use would be a good idea then. I always seem to notice those. __________________ "There's many who tried, to prove that they're faster, but they didn't last and they died as they tried!"
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09-10-2008, 10:31 PM	#57
Sarris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Port Richey, Florida USA Posts: 1,348	Re: Best mod you've done so far? I agree with you on the blue xenon bulb, but the headlight modulator really pisses people off. I'd also like to install a crystal cut head lamp unit instead of the flat stock frennelled lamp to promote a longer beam distance. __________________ Prudent riders live longer than moron riders.
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09-10-2008, 10:37 PM	#59
patrick_777 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,763	Re: Best mod you've done so far? :yes: __________________ ]I am hiding in Honduras. I am a desperate man. Send lawyers, guns and money. The shit has hit the fan.
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09-10-2008, 10:40 PM	#60
Sarris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Port Richey, Florida USA Posts: 1,348	Re: Best mod you've done so far? It's the entire unit that the bulb goes into. It looks like a sealed beam round headlamp with a hole in the back for the bulb. They vary in price from about $20 to $100 or so. Some have skulls, iron crosses, or other decorative features molded into the glass lens. I want a clear ice model for it's enhanced projection. :cool: __________________ Prudent riders live longer than moron riders.
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