Hello again! I updated my original post with a picture of the headlight bucket. Has anyone had a problem getting their HID lamps to fit in this style of socket? If so, did you grind a flat on the bulb or grind out the flat spot on the bucket?
Just got the bike back together last night. FYI, if want to install the Xtralights HID Bi-Zenon lights into the 2011 FLTRUSE, you will need to modify the HID light sockets the company sends you by grinding a flat on the bulb in the proper location. I did this to both HID lights. I did call Xtralights and ask them about this and after reviewing their bulbs and HD's headlight bucket for the RG, they agreed; they said it looks like HD had "modified" the headlight to prevent folks changing the halogen lamps out to HID. Anyhow, it can be done with a Dremel tool and a little patience. But be advised: I can not adjust the headlights IAW the service manual! The outer headlight bezel will not physically allow the headlights to be adjusted up to 2 inches below the horizontal; if you try to adjust it that high, you will either bust the green mounting clips or pop/break the tabs out on the outer trim ring. I haven't been able to ride the bike yet at night so I still don't know if the headlights are high enough to be effective. I will update this when able.
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