Dual Sport fairings from Britannia Composites - Page 8

B.C.Biker · 03-31-2008, 04:45 PM

Like the idea of juntion/fuse box installed = less cluter.

JAFO · 03-31-2008, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Ian B

The OEM lights are wired from the battery via the ignition. The battery will have no problem powering the lights, but more to the point, can the alternator keep up with charging the battery. This is likely to be an issue of usage. Although these new H7 bulbs draw 65w, the existing setup will hardly notice the difference. However, if you're riding on High beam as well for extended periods, along with heated grips and vest, then there may be an issue. We are doing tests on this now.

In any event, it's better to leave the existing wiring alone (it has a dubious reputation at best !) and run good quality 12 guage separately for any significant increase on demand.

Why not run either/or? Low or high? This would avoid problems with the extra draw on the system. Also, allow you to use the stock wiring to trigger relays.

I'd sugget folks looking at a stator upgrade think long and hard about it. Seen lots of negatives regarding the electrosport version, right here....

Ian B · 03-31-2008, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JAFO

Why not run either/or? Low or high? This would avoid problems with the extra draw on the system. Also, allow you to use the stock wiring to trigger relays.

I'd sugget folks looking at a stator upgrade think long and hard about it. Seen lots of negatives regarding the electrosport version, right here....

Mmm, that's not a bad idea to run either/ or

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We'll try that, but I have a feeling that with the low 'off', it could be a bit dark directly in front of you and to the sides. The low is a projector type that gives a very sharp cutoff line, with loads of light below and darkness above. The high seems to fill in that darkness above. We'll see - thanks

Ian

johnwesley · 03-31-2008, 06:56 PM

I plan on a stator up grade, after this riding season. I just ran out of time and money this winter.

Pangeist · 03-31-2008, 07:21 PM

I like it all. Any option over the stock set up is awesome. The twin headlight version is definitely going on my KLR. Awesome job. Can't wait!

Hoder · 03-31-2008, 08:02 PM

Your fairing looks awsome! I just might have to sell the 950 parts.

Ian B · 03-31-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoder

Your fairing looks awsome! I just might have to sell the 950 parts.

A friend of mine is looking for some used 950 tanks, so if you do decide to sell them, you've got a buyer ! I think this fairing looks better on my 610 than on the KLR. Just a few mods and it'll go straight on. I'll post up some 'mock up' pictures on the TE610 thread as soon as we get a white one out of the new molds.

Thanks for the comments !!

Ian

DirtyDog · 04-01-2008, 04:45 PM

Ian- when you get a chance, can you show a pic of the dual headlights mounted from the underside/backside of the fairing? You're using the same mounting holes as the stocker, I assume.

Thanks

JAFO · 04-01-2008, 05:33 PM

I'd like to see more pics, too. Including from the riding position, large sidelong shot, etc.. :)

MORE PORN!!! Please? :)

Ian B · 04-01-2008, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by DirtyDog

Ian- when you get a chance, can you show a pic of the dual headlights mounted from the underside/backside of the fairing? You're using the same mounting holes as the stocker, I assume.

Thanks

No, fitting to the stock frame doesn't work out. The lights mount inside the fairing. They attach via 3 threaded rod adjusters (each with a thumbscrew) that allows you to adjust each light in all directions. It's a bit difficult to explain, so I'll take some pics when I get the chance.

To create the room inside the fairing, the existing light is removed from it's 2 pivot points on the frame. It's very tight !

Ian B · 04-01-2008, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by JAFO

I'd like to see more pics, too. Including from the riding position, large sidelong shot, etc.. :)

MORE PORN!!! Please? :)

The view from the riding position is identical on all three versions of the fairing. You can see the view ( including the two dash's) earlier in this thread

Bikerjosh · 04-03-2008, 06:20 AM

Great job IanB. Looks like I'm going to have to start listing some vintage mountain bike stuff on ebay.

Josh

R_W · 04-03-2008, 07:41 AM

WOW

On the dual HELLA's, it wouldn't be too hard to make them selectable between either or a low always on--one switch or jumper in the wiring harness. If you include a fuseblock (like the Hella 4 or 6-position one) and a ground block, you have a real complete rally-prepped package.

That price is looking pretty good, I was about to spend about half that just on aux lights.

Hondo · 04-03-2008, 08:03 AM

I'll be doing full reviews on both of the 2 headlight fairings- shooting for a late June publishing date.

NomadRip · 04-03-2008, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Ian B

OK, as promised, here are pics of the one we're testing. This is the 'model' (which is made of fibreglass, plywood, metal and filler !!) and will now be used to make the split molds in order to produce them. There are still some minor 'tweeks' to do, but largely this is it.

That looks MUCH better!

03-31-2008, 06:56 PM	#109
johnwesley wanta be Joined: May 2006 Location: mena, Ar Oddometer: 1,306	I plan on a stator up grade, after this riding season. I just ran out of time and money this winter. __________________ dual sportster to artic circle KLR tour *Sportster Build* *Sportster Build II*

03-31-2008, 07:21 PM	#110
Pangeist Autodidact Polymath Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Santa Ynez Valley, CA Oddometer: 165	Love it all Ian! I like it all. Any option over the stock set up is awesome. The twin headlight version is definitely going on my KLR. Awesome job. Can't wait! __________________ Our days of plenty are numbered. Pangeist screwed with this post 03-31-2008 at 07:29 PM

03-31-2008, 08:02 PM	#111
Hoder Card carrying greeny Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Buckley, Washington Oddometer: 1,015	Your fairing looks awsome! I just might have to sell the 950 parts. __________________ See my pics Dave: The 610 really makes me want to ride like a punk everywhere I go. bikefrk: You now understand supermoto. Your training is complete.

04-01-2008, 04:45 PM	#113
DirtyDog Lust for dust... Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Tulsa... it's OK Oddometer: 6,039	Ian- when you get a chance, can you show a pic of the dual headlights mounted from the underside/backside of the fairing? You're using the same mounting holes as the stocker, I assume. Thanks __________________ ... grease, grit, and mud are runnin' in my blood.

04-01-2008, 05:33 PM	#114
JAFO displaced Jeep guy..... Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Charleston, SC Oddometer: 3,969	I'd like to see more pics, too. Including from the riding position, large sidelong shot, etc.. :) MORE PORN!!! Please? :) __________________ Interested in a Charleston, SC ADVdinner?

03-31-2008, 04:45 PM	#106
B.C.Biker mighty fine Joined: Jun 2007 Location: southern interior B.C. Oddometer: 583	Like the idea of juntion/fuse box installed = less cluter.

04-03-2008, 06:20 AM	#117
Bikerjosh I was punk once. Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Alameda, CA Oddometer: 160	Awesome Job! Great job IanB. Looks like I'm going to have to start listing some vintage mountain bike stuff on ebay. Josh

04-03-2008, 07:41 AM	#118
R_W wannabe Joined: May 2005 Location: Kansas Oddometer: 4,126	WOW On the dual HELLA's, it wouldn't be too hard to make them selectable between either or a low always on--one switch or jumper in the wiring harness. If you include a fuseblock (like the Hella 4 or 6-position one) and a ground block, you have a real complete rally-prepped package. That price is looking pretty good, I was about to spend about half that just on aux lights. __________________ Red hair and black leather, my favorite color scheme...

04-03-2008, 08:03 AM	#119
Hondo What if its a Samsquamch? Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Oddometer: 7,735	I'll be doing full reviews on both of the 2 headlight fairings- shooting for a late June publishing date. __________________ LC8World.com - KLRWorld.com Forums - Nighthawk Forums "Life's an adventure, and I refuse to live a boring one."

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