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RUN-N-LITES conversion kits for the R-1200
C models illuminate the stock turn signal housing with a low
intensity light at all times. A high intensity light flashes
with actuation of the turn signal switch. There is no cutting
or splicing of wires required to install RUN-N-LITES.
TYPE-17 RUN-N-LITES (rear)
The TYPE-17 kit fits the rear of the R-1200 C. The kit utilizes
standard, dual element, car tail light bulbs (#1157). These
bulbs contain both a low intensity element and a high intensity
element. The low intensity element is the running or marker
light, which is ON all the time. The high intensity element
is the flashing, turn signal element, which is ON intermittently.
The stock BMW single element turn signal bulb and socket are
replaced with the RUN-N-LITES dual element bulb and socket.
The RUN-N-LITES bulb handles both running (marker) and turn
signal functions. The original plastic reflector is also replaced
with a stainless steel reflector. A fiber glass and aluminum
foil heat shield is also included. No modifications are required
to the wiring. Power for the new running light circuit is
obtained from the "Tail Light" circuit in the tail
light assembly.
TYPE-10 RUN-N-LITES (front)
The TYPE-10 kit fits the front of the R-1200 C. This kit is
the same as the rear kit with the exception of the length
of the connecting wires. Power for the new running light circuit
is obtained at the "Parking Lamp" in the head light
assembly.
Demand on Electrical System
The additional draw on the electrical system is 16.6 watts
(1.18 amp) per each kit installed. Two kits are required to
outfit both the front and rear lights of a bike; 33.2 watts
(2.36 amps) total. This is no problem on the R-Oilhead as
the electrical system is very robust.
Recommended Modification to rear housing.
While this kits fits inside the stock turn signal housing,
it is recommended the housing be modified by drilling an 1/8"
diameter hole for ventilation. This modification has been
found to help relieve heat build-up. This hole is not a problem
technically. The ventilation hole is recommended to maintain
acceptable temperatures inside the housing. |
