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Eldredma
Posted on Monday, May 12, 2008 - 09:49 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Don't bother with load equalizers, resistors, or anything of the sort. They can create a safety problem.

I installed LED turn signals from Oberon using resistors they supplied. My flasher unit burnt out on the first ride when I forgot to cancel the signals after making a turn by a cop. Upon inspection, I found evidence of the resistors getting very hot and melting a wire that had been touching one of them. Not a good situation.

Since then, I have removed the resistors and installed one of the LED flasher units from American Sportbike (similar units available on Trojan's website, etc.). It works like a charm, and you don't have to worry about a melt-down. Also, if you're handy, you can salvage the stock mounting bracket from the old flasher and use it on the new one.

It is highly recommended to go this route. It's 10x easier if nothing else and cheaper to boot. Take it from experience and ride safe... no one likes a dead bike or rider.
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