H7 Bulbs

[hellfishtat]

I did search, I swear....

I'm tired of having to replace the low beam in my R1200S every 9 months. Beside what I can buy at an autoparts store, is there a good (bright), longer lasting bulb than 85hrs?

I'd consider LED, but didn't know if the one's with ballast would fit in the R1200S bucket.

I know PIAA make some, but I can't find any statement of life expentanecy.

[BikerMiker]

I too would like know what folks are using / recommending. I think I'm running on borrowed time.

[hellfishtat]

Originally Posted by BikerMiker

I too would like know what folks are using / recommending. I think I'm running on borrowed time.

The Sylvania H7 I replaced them with today say they average 85hrs of life. Enough for a "normal car" to last for 1 year.

[jduke]

I've had Sylvania SilverStar Ultra in both high and low beams for almost 2 years.
Now watch them both blow the next time I ride it...

[Phil K]

I’ve used PIAA for five years without needing to change, I do carry a spare now!

Phil


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[tm1100s]

PIAAs are still going strong, it appears, after a long but unspecified time.

I've been using the Silverstars in my cars for a while. I never counted the hours but those things burn out like they're on a timer. If one side goes out the other goes within a couple hours.
I've learned to just replace them in pairs.

[Groceryrun]

Originally Posted by Phil K

I’ve used PIAA for five years without needing to change, I do carry a spare now!

Phil

Are you saying the one PIAA bulb has lasted for five years or that you have not changed brands for five years ?

[Phil K]

Yes the same bulb for five years!
Is this a record??

Phil


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[hellfishtat]

Originally Posted by Phil K

Yes the same bulb for five years!
Is this a record??

Phil


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Well screw paying for LED's then.

Thanks Phil

[lkchris]

https://www.powerbulbs.com/product/philips-eco-vision-h7-car-headlight-bulbs

[lkchris]

or ...

https://www.powerbulbs.com/product/philips-x-treme-vision-moto-h7-single

[Mr. Merk]

The longlife bulbs last longer because they are dimmer. That is a fact. From what I understand, the Philips XtremeVision are the best bulbs you can buy at this time.

[wswartzwel]

Originally Posted by Mr. Merk

The longlife bulbs last longer because they are dimmer. That is a fact. From what I understand, the Philips XtremeVision are the best bulbs you can buy at this time.

Hello from another AR. pelican.

[spacewrench]

I have a pair of H7 LEDs that I tried in my R1100S high beam. They weren't bad, but not as much light as I'd hoped for. I ended up using an H1 LED (from the same manufacturer) in my low beam, and a cheap H7 HID setup from Amazon in the high beam.

That works pretty well, as tested on a recent nighttime blast across unfamiliar desert roads in Nevada. Even the H1 low beam was OK to 50-60mph, but with the H7 HID, I was fairly comfortable at 70mph (and I'm a pretty timid rider, really cautious of overdriving my lights).

So, I have 2x H7 LEDs and 1xH1 LED if anybody wants to try them. $12 each, plus shipping.

[BikerMiker]

Originally Posted by hellfishtat

The Sylvania H7 I replaced them with today say they average 85hrs of life. Enough for a "normal car" to last for 1 year.

Hey... so I have not replaced my bulb yet. I bought a new one today as I've been living on borrowed time.

I heard that the bulb is a PITA to replace on the 1200s. Is this true? You have any pointers before I go and break stuff?

[jduke]

I'm left handed and was having a hell of a time changing a bulb on my R12S. Fussing and cussing didn't help. Just couldn't get the clip to catch. Backed up, remembered I was a lefty, switched to my right hand and Voila!! FIXED!