Hotbodies LED Signals - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Zuki Dude · 01-13-2006, 10:19 AM

Installed these today. I must say though, for such a reputable company there were no instructions included. It was pretty straight forward, but I found that the OEM inner mounting plate had to be modified ... instructions might lessen the confusion for the DIY'ers.

Anyway, I think it looks moocho better and the LED's are very bright.

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**Clint** · 01-13-2006, 11:20 AM

Uggh. I shudder to think how flush mount signals reduce your visibility. No thanks.

Zuki Dude · 01-13-2006, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

Uggh. I shudder to think how flush mount signals reduce your visibility. No thanks.

Well first, they're not running lights as the big ole' dual lamps do just fine. But maybe I'll video them and you'll see that they're actually brighter than stock.

jkulysses · 01-13-2006, 01:37 PM

I like them.

**Clint** · 01-13-2006, 02:38 PM

It isn't about brightness. If another vehicle is a few degees off center, they can't see your signal.

jkulysses · 01-13-2006, 03:40 PM

From what I can tell about the cagers around here you could have a sportlights mounted all around your bike and these idiots would still pull out in front of me, cut me off, and pull into my lane on a daily basis. It's getting really old.

sundude · 01-13-2006, 07:54 PM

Sometimes I think why bother with turn signals anyway. Most people are too busy on the phone, playing with the radio, etc to even notice you. Half the time they don't seem to even see the ambulance with the flashing lights coming up behind them.
Scott, I like the look of those new lights. Way to go.

kyro2000 · 01-13-2006, 10:12 PM

I agree with a bunch of the above post. I've used Gregs Flushmounts for about a year now and cagers still react the same as when I had stock.... they just don't notice. I alway use my blinkers and I always assume that no one sees them.

Zuki Dude · 01-13-2006, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

It isn't about brightness. If another vehicle is a few degees off center, they can't see your signal.

Honestly, for me to signal a turn on a motorcycle it's only about courtesy for the other driver and obeying the law. If they see it or if they don't, I'm still going through checks-n-balances before proceeding. My main concern is for people "behind" me to see what's about to happen (see Wig-Wag thread). The front signals don't have any visibility from behind the bike anyway ... going forward is my responsibility; I rely on myself not others for that. But really Rowdy, don't they look nicer than the snail-eyes? C'mon, really ...

**Clint** · 01-14-2006, 09:16 AM

Yes, they do.

jaydog19833 · 01-15-2006, 01:04 PM

In the day time I always give brief points with my hand which way I'm turning. People in traffic don't see motorcycle blinkers in the daylight as well as night, so in heavy-moderate traffic I always point (and especially when riding in groups; even the other bikes miss blinkers too).

GIXXER-Mike · 01-16-2006, 08:35 PM

I tend to lean towards the safety factor as well. Night group riding comes to mind. I just feel a bit safer w/the stock blinkers. Just want riders...especially cagers to know when me & Q-Rokit are about to stop or change lanes.

But flush mount is definitely a cooler look! In your pic, I like the clear extended lens.

Zuki Dude · 01-16-2006, 08:51 PM

I would probably have kept the stockers if the rears weren't modified. It just looked funny to me; sort of unbalanced. But, I also have come to the same conclusion as some of you (Rowdy, Gixxer-Mike, etc.) that during the day they are rather un-noticed by others. Steve (sundude) and I observed them on our Sunday ride and I must say that I'm not really happy regarding the visibility ... sure, they LOOK good, but they definitely do not ILLUMINATE good due to the angle. When I installed them, I tested in my garage where it is quite shaded and was pleased at first. However, I'm going to keep them just because of the looks, however I am pursuing custom fitment of the newer 2005 GSX-R1000 series blinker/mirror combo ... those look really good to me.

These look pretty cool too, but I don't know, I'm not a fan of fake carbon fiber ...

**Clint** · 01-16-2006, 09:35 PM

If you're the type to really watch traffic and scan everyone's eyes, you'll impose minimal risk. If you're a daydreamer and rely on others seeing you... look out.

unclesams_gsxr · 01-16-2006, 09:36 PM

The stock blinkers on these gsxr's are ugly. Nice choice and your bike looks great.

SATA X · 01-22-2006, 01:13 PM

Yeah, got some lockhart's on my Tiller. I really like how the flush mounts look, and it's like some of you guys have already said cagers are going to still run you over no matter what you got on your bike!

kraeji · 01-22-2006, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

Uggh. I shudder to think how flush mount signals reduce your visibility. No thanks.

I ride like im invisible anyways

CManT1914 · 03-08-2006, 10:57 PM

Bringing this back from the dead. Their website says 01-02 GSX-R600, aren't 03's the same? I would like to order some, but I don't wanna get the wrong stuff.

Rickster · 03-08-2006, 11:21 PM

The thing I wonder about is litigation. Can you be held more responsible in the event of an accident. You are changing out safety equipment.

GIXXER-Mike · 03-09-2006, 03:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickster

The thing I wonder about is litigation. Can you be held more responsible in the event of an accident. You are changing out safety equipment.

Good point...but I don't know if a non-bike rider would challenge that!

01-13-2006, 10:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
Zuki Dude Fourth gear and illegal Joined: May 2005 Bike: Sadly, nothing at the moment :( Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 762	Hotbodies LED Signals Installed these today. I must say though, for such a reputable company there were no instructions included. It was pretty straight forward, but I found that the OEM inner mounting plate had to be modified ... instructions might lessen the confusion for the DIY'ers. Anyway, I think it looks moocho better and the LED's are very bright. OEM Hotbodies __________________ "I said it before, and I'm here to say it again ... there IS no cure ... I AM back!"

01-13-2006, 10:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
kyro2000 Third gear and cruising Joined: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 532	I agree with a bunch of the above post. I've used Gregs Flushmounts for about a year now and cagers still react the same as when I had stock.... they just don't notice. I alway use my blinkers and I always assume that no one sees them. __________________ RIP - Arlen, Ross, and Dad. 6/22/02 --------------- --------------- Don’t tell me about disappointment! I’m a Chicago Cubs fan!

01-15-2006, 01:04 PM	#11 (permalink)
jaydog19833 U.B's LoveChild Joined: Jun 2004 Bike: 04 GSXR 600 Location: Lake George, NY Posts: 1,288	In the day time I always give brief points with my hand which way I'm turning. People in traffic don't see motorcycle blinkers in the daylight as well as night, so in heavy-moderate traffic I always point (and especially when riding in groups; even the other bikes miss blinkers too). __________________ Anyone can fire a bullet. Only the good ones can steer one. Bend your elbow, move your arse, and stick the knee out.

01-16-2006, 08:35 PM	#12 (permalink)
GIXXER-Mike U.B's LoveChild Joined: Aug 2004 Bike: 2004 GSX-R600 (Blue/White) Location: ALABAMA Posts: 1,113	I tend to lean towards the safety factor as well. Night group riding comes to mind. I just feel a bit safer w/the stock blinkers. Just want riders...especially cagers to know when me & Q-Rokit are about to stop or change lanes. But flush mount is definitely a cooler look! In your pic, I like the clear extended lens. __________________ "I'm here to fight for truth, and justice, and the American way."

01-16-2006, 08:51 PM	#13 (permalink)
Zuki Dude Fourth gear and illegal Joined: May 2005 Bike: Sadly, nothing at the moment :( Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 762	I would probably have kept the stockers if the rears weren't modified. It just looked funny to me; sort of unbalanced. But, I also have come to the same conclusion as some of you (Rowdy, Gixxer-Mike, etc.) that during the day they are rather un-noticed by others. Steve (sundude) and I observed them on our Sunday ride and I must say that I'm not really happy regarding the visibility ... sure, they LOOK good, but they definitely do not ILLUMINATE good due to the angle. When I installed them, I tested in my garage where it is quite shaded and was pleased at first. However, I'm going to keep them just because of the looks, however I am pursuing custom fitment of the newer 2005 GSX-R1000 series blinker/mirror combo ... those look really good to me. These look pretty cool too, but I don't know, I'm not a fan of fake carbon fiber ... __________________ "I said it before, and I'm here to say it again ... there IS no cure ... I AM back!" Last edited by Zuki Dude; 01-16-2006 at 10:14 PM.

01-13-2006, 01:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
jkulysses Sprocket Pilot Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: Oregon Posts: 832	I like them.

01-13-2006, 03:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
jkulysses Sprocket Pilot Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: Oregon Posts: 832	From what I can tell about the cagers around here you could have a sportlights mounted all around your bike and these idiots would still pull out in front of me, cut me off, and pull into my lane on a daily basis. It's getting really old.

01-13-2006, 07:54 PM	#7 (permalink)
sundude Puddle Runner Joined: May 2005 Bike: Suzuki M50 Location: South Florida Posts: 378	Sometimes I think why bother with turn signals anyway. Most people are too busy on the phone, playing with the radio, etc to even notice you. Half the time they don't seem to even see the ambulance with the flashing lights coming up behind them. Scott, I like the look of those new lights. Way to go.

01-16-2006, 09:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
unclesams_gsxr Newbie Joined: Dec 2005 Bike: 2000 GSXR 600/2003 GSXR 600 Location: Little Rock Ark..can..saw Posts: 12	The stock blinkers on these gsxr's are ugly. Nice choice and your bike looks great. __________________ 2000 Gsxr 600--------Race Bike 2003 Gsxr 600--------Daily Bike I sure hope my gaurdian angel can fly fast

01-22-2006, 01:13 PM	#16 (permalink)
SATA X Seat Tester Joined: May 2005 Bike: 99 TL1000R Location: G-BORO, NC Posts: 52	Yeah, got some lockhart's on my Tiller. I really like how the flush mounts look, and it's like some of you guys have already said cagers are going to still run you over no matter what you got on your bike!

03-08-2006, 10:57 PM	#18 (permalink)
CManT1914 Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: 2003 Suzuki GSX-R600 Location: Killeen, Texas Posts: 745	Bringing this back from the dead. Their website says 01-02 GSX-R600, aren't 03's the same? I would like to order some, but I don't wanna get the wrong stuff. __________________ Chris 2003 Suzuki GSX-R600 \| 2001 Suzuki GZ250 SOLD \| 1994 Ford Mustang GT SOLD

03-08-2006, 11:21 PM	#19 (permalink)
Rickster Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 2,983	The thing I wonder about is litigation. Can you be held more responsible in the event of an accident. You are changing out safety equipment. __________________ Ever notice that the person telling you to calm down, is the same one that got you worked up in the first place. 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2004 Twin Peaks 700 2003 KTM 525 EX/C (for sale) 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

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