Liveware Problem Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 Hi, I'm looking to improve my '07 ybr's headlight as it seems rather weak and I'll be riding in the dark for a couple of months at least.It seems the stock bulb is 12v 35W, although I've searched I can't find a proper answer - would it be OK to replace it with a 12v 55W bulb such as this?http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200759477195Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 Those bulbs will be crap You want decent quality bulbs like some night racers Any filament bulb with xenon in it is just a gimmick As for upgrading the bulb you need to watch the extra heat doesn't melt the headlight housing and also that the stock wiring can handle the extra load and not set on fire Hope that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 Owners manual. (what I just looked at like) says Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:12 V, 35 W/35.0 W × 1Tail/brake light:12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1Front turn signal light: 12v 10.0w x 2Rear turn signal light:12 V, 10.0 W × 2Auxiliary light:12 V, 5.0 W × 1they sell the headlight bulbs at halfrauds(Ravished By The Sheer Implausibility Of That Last Statement) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 Owners manual. (what I just looked at like) says Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:12 V, 35 W/35.0 W × 1Tail/brake light:12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1Front turn signal light: 12v 10.0w x 2Rear turn signal light:12 V, 10.0 W × 2Auxiliary light:12 V, 5.0 W × 1they sell the headlight bulbs at halfrauds(Ravished By The Sheer Implausibility Of That Last Statement)I'd avoid halfords, rip off place! Local parts place are almost half, and internet is probably even less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 I'd avoid halfords, rip off place! perhaps thats why i called it Halfrauds... maybe.. ish. the clue is in the mistake.http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/motobiker/manny.gif~originalHappy easter and may all your eggs be fresh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 You lot need to get Halfords trade cards - bulbs and stuff are pennies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 You lot need to get Halfords trade cards - bulbs and stuff are pennies. Had one, but even with the card i get more discount at local parts, so i gave it away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iangaryprice Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 The standard 12v 35/35w bulb is tungsten.It can be replaced by a 12v 35/35w halogen, they are noticeable brighter. 55w bulbs are too powerful , the alternator can't cope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 The owners manual. (what I looked at again just now - like)says thusly. This model is equipped with a quartzbulb headlight. however quartzbulb is just another way of saying halogen. says the all-knowing google machine.designed to confuse.. (and grossly amuse)more tea vicar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liveware Problem Posted December 26, 2016 Author Share Posted December 26, 2016 I'd avoid halfords, rip off place! perhaps thats why i called it Halfrauds... maybe.. ish. the clue is in the mistake.http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/motobiker/manny.gif~originalHappy easter and may all your eggs be fresh. And also your choice of ship name was another clue I think? Thanks for the responses looks like I should stick with a 35W bulb, just have to try a few to see if they're any improvement over the stock bulb - I'm pretty confident there will be some that are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 Could take a punt on an LED bulb. Not sure they are strictly legal but they will throw out more light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald_Eagle1 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I have a Honley HD3 SE, but AFAIK, the headlight is the same as that on a YBR (plastic reflector).I still had the original bulb which seems to be the equivalent of this bulb until the dipped beam gave up last night:-Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB395 12v 35/35w Product DescriptionOffering a great fit, Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB395 12v 35/35w is an excellent motorbike bulb.Features and Benefits of Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB395 12v 35/35wWhite coloured light for notable visionI changed it for this one today:-Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB417 12v 35/35w Product DescriptionFor super bright white light, look no further than Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB417 12v 35/35w.Features and Benefits of Halfords Bike it Motorcycle Bulb HMB417 12v 35/35wAs part of a unique range of Halfords motorbike bulbs, experience brilliant performance and the best qualityThe HMB395 costs £4.49 at Halfords & the HMB417 costs £6.49.I would say there's not much difference on dipped beam, but the Halogen HMB417 does seem brighter & 'better' on full beam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
someone Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 The regular YBR125 to the 2009 model and all YBR125 Customs take a 12V 35W/35W BA20d bulb. And they are absolutely awful, a halogen version is a huge upgrade, although still not great.Whilst the HMB417 is neither "super bright" nor "brilliant performance" I have found it to be a bit better than cheaper halogen ones online.I am not aware of any LED alternatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liveware Problem Posted December 31, 2016 Author Share Posted December 31, 2016 Many thanks, I'll try halfords first then, despite the cost. No idea what I'm looking at with the ones on eBay etc! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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