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24-11-08, 02:53 PM
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LED output?
whats the output like from led's? never really seen them on anything before and acerbis have a new headlight unit out which has two groups of 10 leds along with two spot 20w. probably cat like all acerbis lights with led's for show, but just interested as i know nada about leds..
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24-11-08, 02:57 PM
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Re: led's
LEDs are getting better all the time, especially 'Luxeon emitter' types. They're excellent for torches etc but lack the sheer power and range to make them any good for headlights - unless you ride at walking pace.
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24-11-08, 02:58 PM
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Re: led's
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I would be concerned that the 2x20W jobbies are up to the task TBH, most of these streetfighter units are REALLY bad for that, bear in mind that the faired pointies are 2x55W (I believe), not sure about the nakeds. Thats the real problem with many of these aftermarket bits - they look cool (and that does) but are hugely impractical. But then you may only find out if you try it........
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24-11-08, 03:08 PM
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Re: led's
at this moment in time LED's are useless for main vehicle's lighting. great for side lighting though..
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24-11-08, 03:15 PM
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Re: led's
i reckoned so as i wouldnt normally put the words acerbis and good light output in the same sentence. product statement says 'exceptional visibility at night'.....not illumination
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24-11-08, 03:34 PM
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Re: led's
HIDs for headlamps = best light output
LEDs for sidelights = attention grabbing
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24-11-08, 11:47 PM
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Re: LED output?
Leds are definately being maximised as side lights atm as they can't previde enough projected light to be used as main lights. Look at cars like most of the new audis and Beemers and you'll see they all run strips of leds for sidelights but still use standard bulbs for main lighting.
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25-11-08, 10:13 PM
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Re: LED output?
Cadillac Escallade offers main and dipped headlights powered by LED, from the factory:
  
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