The Best Motorcycle Lights from Harley-Davidson
February 28, 2024 Comments CommentMotorcycle lights are more than just functional; they're an integral part of your bike's personality visibility. With the right lights installed across your entire bike, from end to end, you can enjoy a more confident ride—and help ensure that you can not only see what you need to see but that you’re more conspicuous, too.
Understanding the different types of motorcycle lights is key to enhancing both the aesthetics and visibility of your ride. We delve into the various best motorcycle light options available for your Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, from headlights to accent lights, ensuring you make informed decisions for a brilliant riding experience.
Best Motorcycle Headlights from Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle headlights, or headlamps, are a crucial element in motorcycle functionality and safety, designed to significantly enhance visibility for the rider while making the bike and rider conspicuous to other road users.
Today, various types of headlights are available, each with unique characteristics and benefits.
Halogen lights are known for their classic warm glow. Of course, the traditional nature of halogen bulbs comes with a trade-off: while they often may be less expensive, they’re typically not nearly as bright and often don’t last as long as their more modern counterparts.
LED lights are a common alternative to halogen bulbs. Modern LED headlights are prized for not only their bright white light but also their long lifespan and lower power consumption. Harley-Davidson sells both halogen and LED headlights, and all of our motorcycle headlights are designed to meet regulatory requirements.
High-Intensity Discharge (HID), or xenon, lights offer comparable brightness to LEDs but tend to produce more heat and require more power. It’s important to note that, in some regions, after-market HIDs are not allowed to be added to vehicles, so check local laws before proceeding. Harley-Davidson does not sell HID headlights.
Selecting the right type of headlight is essential, as it directly impacts your ability to see and be seen in various riding conditions. From clear night rides to challenging weather situations, the best motorcycle headlights from H-D can help you more easily enjoy your ride—and do so with enhanced visibility in the process.
For the best LED lights, focus on the intensity and color temperature. LEDs that mimic daylight, like Harley-Davidson® Daymaker® headlamps, are generally more comfortable for night riding. Also, consider models with adaptive beams, which automatically project light into corners, adjusting along with the lean of a bike around turns.
Best Motorcycle Tail Lights & Brake Lights from Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle tail lights are crucial for visibility from behind, especially at night or in poor weather conditions. Typically combined within the same system as brake lights and turn signals, your tail lights remain on whenever your motorcycle is running, helping other drivers gauge your bike's position and movements.
LED tail lights are a popular option for motorcycle riders due to their low power consumption and long life. They come in various designs, allowing riders to customize the look of their bike while enhancing conspicuity. Explore some of our top tail light options that deliver peak functionality alongside stylistic flair here.
Motorcycle brake lights are usually integrated with the tail lights but often shine brighter when activated. As an important safety feature, brake lights should grab the attention of others on the road and signal that you are slowing down or stopping. Harley-Davidson offers a variety of brake light options to add to your bike for enhanced visibility.
Best Motorcycle Turn Signals from Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle turn signals are essential for riding, indicating your intention to turn or change lanes to other riders or cars. Typically a legal requirement, turn signals come in various styles and can be found on the rear of the bike (often integrated as part of the tail lights), mounted on handlebars and near the bike’s headlamp. As with other types of motorcycle lights, LED turn signals are commonly preferred for their distinctive look.
Best Motorcycle Accent Lights from Harley-Davidson
Accent lighting can add a custom look to your motorcycle, highlighting its sleek contours and lines. These lights are more about aesthetics than functionality but can enhance visibility to some extent. Just be sure to check whether adding these types of lights is legal in the region where you ride, as different colors of accent lights are not legal across all states.
Spectra Go LED Lights are commonly used for accent lighting, offering a range of colors and patterns to personalize your ride. Other accent light options available from Harley-Davidson include fairing vent lights and speaker illumination kits that add a touch of color, as well as marker lights that can be added to saddlebags and enhance your bike’s look. Check out our favorite options of accent lights available from H-D
Best Motorcycle Auxiliary & Fog Lights from Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle auxiliary lights are additional lights that can be mounted on your bike to improve visibility. These lights can be halogen, LED, or HID and are often adjustable, allowing riders to direct the light where it’s needed most. Top auxiliary light options like those featured below can be especially useful for riding in fog or rain, or on poorly lit roads, while also giving riders the ability to customize their lighting based on their own aesthetic or riding needs.
Best Motorcycle Interior Lights from Harley-Davidson
Interior lights are used to illuminate the motorcycle’s dashboard and controls or provide light inside of luggage and trunks. Explore available interior light options from Harley-Davidson below to bring added visibility to your bike’s storage spaces and more.
Each of these motorcycle lighting types plays a crucial role in your bike's functionality and aesthetics. By understanding the differences and benefits of each light type, you can make the best choices for your Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, enabling an added visibility and stylish ride.
To find more of the top motorcycle lighting options you need, explore our full collection of motorcycle lights today, or visit your local Harley-Davidson® dealer to learn more.
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