h4 headlight on a t500?

MikGsxr · Post by **MikGsxr** » Mon Jun 25, 2012 5:10 am

Hi all, got a new headlight for the t500 and it takes a H4 bulb. the smallest i could get was 55/60W. is this going to effect the charging system on the t500? should i upgrade anything else along with it?

thanks

jabcb · Post by **jabcb** » Mon Jun 25, 2012 6:51 am

Go to a bike shop that also sells scooters. Not sure if they all do, but some of the scooters use 35/35W or 45/45W H4 bulbs.

Am using a 45/45W H4 on my T500. Have upgraded the electrical system with a modern voltage regulator/rectifier and a maintenance-free AGM battery. Works fine for the type of riding I do.

ConnerVT · Post by **ConnerVT** » Mon Jun 25, 2012 2:44 pm

http://store.candlepower.com/4512vh4hebu.html

http://www.amazon.com/Eiko-Halogen-Bulb ... 002OPBJT0/

MikGsxr · Post by **MikGsxr** » Mon Jun 25, 2012 4:46 pm

thanks guys should i update the reg/rec as well? where can i get a cheap modern one? thanks

jabcb · Post by **jabcb** » Mon Jun 25, 2012 7:06 pm

Modern regulator/rectifiers do a much better job of controlling the voltage. Also are more efficient so you'll get a smidgen more alternator output.

There are several good brands, but I like the tympanum because of how easy it is to install on a T500.
This topic shows how I mounted it:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=4858&p=109480&hilit ... um#p109480

The tympanum is available via eBay Australia:
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_nkw= ... um+triumph

Post the link if you are considering a different brand but aren't sure about it.

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