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[bpalmersheim]

I know that MoCo states that the fog lights (68913-98B) will not fit the Mustache engine guard due to the step pads on the top; however, I am thinking on getting a pair and mount them on the lower angled part of the engine guard.

I know that they would be skewed with the light intersecting into a "V" toward the front wheel, but should they offer plenty of light since the output of the beams are horizontal.

Has anyone done this already or contemplated it?

[Hoist!]

I know that MoCo states that the fog lights (68913-98B) will not fit the Mustache engine guard due to the step pads on the top; however, I am thinking on getting a pair and mount them on the lower angled part of the engine guard.

I know that they would be skewed with the light intersecting into a "V" toward the front wheel, but should they offer plenty of light since the output of the beams are horizontal.

Has anyone done this already or contemplated it?

I thought about it, but that idea didn't thrill me. I'm thinking of taking off the pads and mounting them on that part of the guard. Not sure I want to lose the pads yet though. Not really any other good spot though.

Hoist!

[Twolanerider]

Take off the stock bar and mount a Lindby.  They look good too.

[Hoist!]

Take off the stock bar and mount a Lindby.  They look good too.

Thanks Don. That's not bad. A little pad with a place for the lights. Three models to choose from. http://www.lindbycustom.com/

Something to consider for sure.

Hoist!

[Mr. We]

I know that MoCo states that the fog lights (68913-98B) will not fit the Mustache engine guard due to the step pads on the top; however, I am thinking on getting a pair and mount them on the lower angled part of the engine guard.

I know that they would be skewed with the light intersecting into a "V" toward the front wheel, but should they offer plenty of light since the output of the beams are horizontal.

Has anyone done this already or contemplated it?

I saw that exact set up recently on a RK. Yep, it looked a bit odd to me, but it was on, so the owner must have been good with it - and that is what matters, right? 

[naitram]

i saw them on an 03 that had lower fairings. he had them on the vertical area where you would mount a highway peg

[MJZ]

I've got Motolights on both my bikes and I wouldn't leave home without them. If you have ever seen a bike either tailing behind you of coming upon one with Motolights, you will not forget it. That is the first thing I added to Elvis, had them sitting in the box waiting when Elvis was delivered.
This is a bad picture but it shows the chrome caliper mounted Motolights. I'll get a better picture when I get home tonight and post.
http://www.motolight.com/

[MJZ]

Here is a couple of pictures of the Motolights:

[MJZ]

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[MJZ]

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[MJZ]

Last one.

[Hoist!]

That's a really good alternative. Nice job Mark. What'd you do to hide the wiring?

Hoist!

[Fired00d]

Here is a couple of pictures of the Motolights:

Heh, wait a minute.... what happened to the orange lights.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[naitram]

That's a really good alternative. Nice job Mark. What'd you do to hide the wiring?

Hoist!

i believe they are zip tied to the brake lines

[Hoist!]

i believe they are zip tied to the brake lines

Well, it's hard to hide the HD Foglight wiring, unless you internally wire in the engine guards, which I never bothered to orry about. I can live with zip-tying to the BL's. Thanks for the info on this guys. Might just go that route myself.

I haven't checked the link yet for Motolights. Any tips on the type of light to use, or install secrets?

Hoist!

[Fired00d]

You think those wires are hard just imagine how hard it would be to hide the wires on the lights he thought about putting on there.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[MJZ]

i believe they are zip tied to the brake lines

BINGO!
They are and Motolites have the option of braided cable, which is a necessity for all of us here. As to choices, there aren't really any, CHROME. Oh I also go with the 50w option, for a couple of bucks, it is worth it. They have a lifetime warranty and that is even on the bulbs.

[MJZ]

You think those wires are hard just imagine how hard it would be to hide the wires on the lights he thought about putting on there.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

No problem there, I just plug them into the wall and use a 2 miles of extension cords, either that or mount a generator behind the seat.

[naitram]

http://www.dcacpowerinverters.com/itemdesc.asp?CartId={36F3C2C3-95C5-4F79-8AB2EVEREST-C2E95603C60F}&ic=PW200-12

[bpalmersheim]

Motolights are way cool, except for the price!

Chrome Finish 110.00   
Rings:  - Chrome Grooved Rings 90.00   
Bulbs:  - 50 Watt Set 15.00   
Braided Cable 120.00 
Harley Davidson FL Harness 60.00

Total: $760.00

That's on heck of an investment for lights!

[MJZ]

But they're puuuuuuuuurdee and they scare deer away.

[Fired00d]

Motolights are way cool, except for the price!

Chrome Finish 110.00   
Rings:  - Chrome Grooved Rings 90.00   
Bulbs:  - 50 Watt Set 15.00   
Braided Cable 120.00 
Harley Davidson FL Harness 60.00

Total: $760.00

That's on heck of an investment for lights!

I'm confused those prices aren't adding up to the total.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[110tHunDer]

Motolights are way cool, except for the price!

Chrome Finish 110.00   
Rings:  - Chrome Grooved Rings 90.00   
Bulbs:  - 50 Watt Set 15.00   
Braided Cable 120.00 
Harley Davidson FL Harness 60.00

Total: $760.00

That's on heck of an investment for lights!

The same could be said for a lot of stuff we buy for out bikes, but I've seen the ones on MJZ's bike and they are BRIGHT.  If it helps you to see or be seen, then it's tough to put a price on it.  They're well integrated into the bike, too, with the way they attach to the caliper mounts, which is worth somethin'.

[110tHunDer]

I'm confused those prices aren't adding up to the total.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

Maybe he's included Harley dealer markup?

[SCRM-R]

I'm confused those prices aren't adding up to the total.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

He left out the cost of the lights...they are $365.00, plus all of the other stuff listed ='s $760.00!

[Fired00d]

He left out the cost of the lights...they are $365.00, plus all of the other stuff listed ='s $760.00!

Ok, thanks.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[110tHunDer]

 
I could "only" get them up to $600.00 on Motolight's website:

https://www.motolight.com/products.php?cat=8

[MJZ]

You have to go to the accessories and add the braided cable. I think they have just recently gone up on their pricing because I ordered a new set for Elvis a month ago and I think it ran about $550.
I can't tell you how many times I've been told "I noticed those lights a long way off" or "Those lights really stand out, where did you get them?"

[bpalmersheim]

Yep, Sorry in my shopping car I left off the cost of the lights.  Just like everything else, they get you on all the ala carte stuff.  I may go with the Motolights when I put the chrome front calipers on (if the engine holds out and I don't dump the bike)!

[MobileAGBell]

For those that plan to install their Motolights on their 2008 SERK, here are some things to be aware of.

My chrome set of lights came with the wrong brake caliper mounting bolts. I called Motolights and they sent me another wrong pair of bolts. The Brembo brakes on my 2008 SERK required M10 X 50mm metric bolts. It took me a couple of weeks to find stainless steel metric bolts that fit the brackets and my bike. My suggestion is to pay attention to this and do not go cheap or quick by using the wrong bolts. You do not want one of these bolts snapping off when you need the ABS to stop you in a hurry.

The mounting brackets did not fit properly on my Brembo calipers. I emailed Motolights about the bracket problem (and provided them the bolt information). After waiting over a month with no response from Motolights, I proceeded to custom-fit my mounting brackets by grinding away small amounts of the brackets until they fit properly. I used the right-side factory fork mount switch for controlling my Motolights.

A friend of mine had a chrome set installed on her '07 Road Glide by her dealer. She paid $800.00. I paid $480.00 for my chrome lights, no braided cable and 2 50W lamps. The correct mounting bolts cost about $4.50. And I estimate the PITA factor as 6 on the 10-point scale. But those lights make one huge difference in seeing and being seen.