Headlight Bulb Question

[NYNJ8]

I need to replace the small bulb beneath the main headlight bulb on the F model.  Can anyone tell me the specs on this bulb?  I removed it and will take it with me to auto zone, but the stamping has rubbed off and I can't tell the wattage.  Haynes manual say 4 watts but says "UK only."  No listed wattage for US models.  4 watts seems pretty low too.  Any help appreciated.

[DatRonRider]

I use these, anything similar should do!

http://www.halfords.com/motoring/bulbs-wiper-blades-batteries/led-car-bulbs/prism-led-bulb-501-white

[twocool]

Owners manuals says 12v 5 watt...

Don't take it to Auto Zone (my competitor)...go to Advance Auto...

OK either one can match it...5 watt and same base style.etc


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I need to replace the small bulb beneath the main headlight bulb on the F model.  Can anyone tell me the specs on this bulb?  I removed it and will take it with me to auto zone, but the stamping has rubbed off and I can't tell the wattage.  Haynes manual say 4 watts but says "UK only."  No listed wattage for US models.  4 watts seems pretty low too.  Any help appreciated.

[twocool]

Here's some talk form adidas guy...Maybe put in an LED?


Update: I put in WLED-WHP5 and looks bright and white. Says non-polarized but it was.
WLED-x6 also worked just fine.


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OK. Now I see.
The parts list only says 12v 5 watts.

I did the logical thing and took it out of my bike to look at it. Nothing more than a common variety T10 wedge type landscape light. WLED-x6 also worked.


http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-bin/store/index.cgi?action=DispPage&Page2Disp=%2Fmini-wedge.html

Something like one of these would work:
WLED Miniature Wedge Base bulbs with High Power SMD LEDs
T3-1/4 (#194/168) type bulbs with High Power SMD. Wide Angle LEDs up to 120 degrees. 12 Volt DC operation.

I got some of the WLED-xLX in and they are bright. Non-polarized so doesn't make any difference which way you put it in.
Others also would work, but if polarized you need to insert it the right way.
WLED-xHP
74-x
74-xHP
« Last Edit: February 16, 2011, 05:01:15 AM by adidasguy »

[NYNJ8]

Awesome, thanks guys I'm going to take this info with me to (Advance Auto) and get the replacement.