2006 XB12Ss - Looking for new lights and signals

[Ferris B]

I recently purchased a 2006 XB12Ss and it's pretty obvious that all of the lighting is original - slightly cracked covers, faded black plastic, yellow headlamps, etc. So I'm looking to upgrade and wanted to see what those more experienced with Buells have to recommend.

Looking at two of these for the headlamps: https://www.superbrightleds.com/mor...version-kit-with-compact-heat-sink/3932/8568/

These for the front turn signals: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mini-LED-T...hunderbolt-Cyclone-Ulysses-Blast/172410077788

This for the rear light (with integrated turn signals): https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tail-Light...hunderbolt-Cyclone-Ulysses-Blast/151175984691

And one of these for the rear light: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Brake-Tail...hunderbolt-Cyclone-Ulysses-Blast/162248951976

eBay says the rear light is compatible with my bike, but in looking at the stock rear light assembly on the bike it looks like the Krator rear light is too small. Has anyone had experience with this product or other integrated rear light assemblies?

Also, will I need a flasher relay to correct hyperflashing with the new LEDs?

I'm new to the awesome world of Buell so if these parts are trash, please tell me. Also, if you've come across some better parts, throw those out there too.

 

[Cooter]

The stock rear light for a 2010 XB is LED and pretty nice and cheap. SPHDonline.com

 

[MTech14]

I’d be carful with what they say fits your bike without reviews saying it’ll fit. I’ve bought aftermarket grips off eBay that said they fit my bike, and didn’t fit.

 

[Ferris B]

Cooter, thanks for that link. There's some great stuff on there, and that's actually where I got my new footpeg. I would like to find a brake light assembly that can clean up the rear end a little if possible - eliminate the turn signals (integrate them into the brake light) and remove the gray plastic fender that extends out from the seat. Has anyone found a good product for this?

MTech14, thanks for the advice.

 

[TPEHAK]

Fender eliminator kit and Buell XB tail light with integrated turn signals.

 

[Ferris B]

TPEHAK, was there supposed to be a link or more info included in that post? Or is that just something to Google?

 

[TPEHAK]

http://www.xblights.net/products.html

https://dieselmoto.com/products/xb-s-fender-eliminator

 

[BuellyBagger]

Also, will I need a flasher relay to correct hyperflashing with the new LEDs?

yup you'll need a LED flasher relay. i just bought off fleabay. there's also a thread about modifying the relayhttps://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.buellxb.com/forum/showthread.php%3F19988-NO-money-LED-flasher-mod&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwiCubmBic7bAhXJ4IMKHVTiCW4QFggFMAA&client=internal-uds-cse&cx=partner-pub-8295897761072887:1289426401&usg=AOvVaw0lQGb9guzK3h1U4HQXiT3d

 

[rchuff]

if you get it at pep-boys or any auto parts store it is a ep-36 flasher. cost about 12 dollars.

 

[Ferris B]

http://www.xblights.net/products.html

https://dieselmoto.com/products/xb-s-fender-eliminator

Thanks, TPEHAK. Is that an either/or kind of thing, or is the first one just the light and the second is the new unit to house it meaning I would need to buy both?

 

[Ferris B]

Oh nice, thanks BuellyBagger and rchuff.

 

[Ferris B]

Update on the LED headlights... I purchased two of these (https://www.superbrightleds.com/veh...bulb?make=89&model=3589&scc_id=1943&year=2006) and just tried to install them. The heat sink sticks out of the back of the headlight housing to the point where the rubber cap on the back won't close. Any thoughts on this?

The instructions state that the LEDs need to be well-ventilated bc they heat up so is not having the rubber cap on it ok or even a good thing? Or will the heat sink and back of the unit being exposed to the elements potentially cause damage to it?

Has anyone installed these specific LEDs or had success with different ones?

Here are some pics to help show what I'm talking about:
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[TPEHAK]

Thanks, TPEHAK. Is that an either/or kind of thing, or is the first one just the light and the second is the new unit to house it meaning I would need to buy both?

I do not know, I would ask the seller.

You also can do this way https://www.buellxb.com/forum/showthread.php?49983-LED-stripe-tail-chop-from-stock-tail

 

[Ferris B]

Thanks, TPEHAK. You seem like quite the expert on all things Buell. Any thoughts on the LED headlight situation?

 

[njloco]

Remember, you were warned !

 

[TPEHAK]

I am not familiar with LED headlight. I installed LSL Urban headlight thou on my motorcycle https://www.buellxb.com/forum/showthread.php?47699-LSL-Headlight-Motoscope-Mini-M-Lock

But you can Google it and see what another folks done
https://www.google.com/search?clien...eadlight+mod&sourceid=opera&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

https://www.buellxb.com/forum/showthread.php?47495-Speedmetal-LED-Headlights

 

[Outlaw]

Tbag is an expert on nothing.

 

[user_deleted]

Thanks, TPEHAK. You seem like quite the expert on all things Buell. Any thoughts on the LED headlight situation?

oh ya? we'll chalk this up to a miscue by a FNG. TEABAG is a self-absorbed, argumentative buffoon. sadly he's been trolling this board for years and has now zeroed in on you.