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A note from a customer

A note from the installation, as I saw it: (K1200RS) The "cut down" connectors used to connect the wires on the brake lamp were "cut down" too much! They literally fell off the light housing after being slid into place. I had to try to come up with some method to ensure they wouldn't fall off. I hope that they don't eventually work themselves loose and fall off due to vibrations. Other than that, the installation was easy enough, and I now feel safer, having those bright lights getting the attention of other drivers.

Sampson replies

Not a complaint we get often, but he's right. There are no .185 piggybacks made anywhere in the world, so they are modifed. Actually, the real problem was not width but tightness. They needed to pinch the female together a bit. Probably got widened while working the OEM connection apart.

Q. What if my bike or model isn't listed?

A. The Universals will work on almost any bike either with the industrial grade double stick tape provided or by using the license plate bracket mount.

Q. How bright are they?

A. An incident related to us by a rider reports that he was following two bikes in some significant fog; he could see the Hyperlights on the bike equipped with them but the other bike wasn't visible.
Scientific evidence? No, but they do work.

Q. Which one should I get?

A. That depends on what you want to do. For maximum visibility the 3 way is preferred (or the 3 way and your choice of any of the other units), next would be the dual function, for economy the standard flashing brake light is still a good choice. Any of the units will add to your being visible significantly.


QUESTIONS
Answers

Are Hyper-Lites compatible with my bike?

Yes! Hyper-Lites are compatible with all 12 volt systems!

 

Are Hyper-Lites CANBUS compatible?

Yes! Our system doesn't draw power from the brake light circuit, and we only use a sensor to detect extra voltage in the system!

 

Will Hyper-Lites cause ABS errors?

NO! We're just too efficient. Our low amp draw, 280 miliamps, coupled with our brake sensor makes us invisible to ABS sensors!

 

How much current do the kits draw?

Two light modules and a controller come in at just over 1/4 amp at 12 volts!

 

Can I switch my controller from Brake Light only to Brake/Running?

NO. Sorry each controller has a firmware progam installed before it's potted. You have to order the type you want.

 

Do I have to cut into my bike wires to install Hyper-Lites?

NO! Positap and Positwist connectors require no cutting to install. They screw together and tap in to your wire with a pinsized probe.

Where can I mount my Hyper-Lites?

Anywhere you have a smooth flat surface! Hyper-Lites mount with 3M foam tap. Just clean the surface with alcohol before you stick them on.

Should I test my kit before installing it?

NO! Our kits are tested before they ship, and testing your kit to the un-fused battery can expose them to too much amperage overloading the circuit..

Why does my kit keep flashing continuously while the brake is on?

Our kits come set to continuous flashing mode. To set the kit to 5 second mode just snip the green wire. If this doesn't work, detach the gray wire and reattach it. The controller needs to reset.

My lights flash when the key is turned but not when the brake is applied?

It's likely that you have reversed the gray and red wires. Switch them and try again.

An LED in my kit is out. Can it be fixed?

NO, sealing our units make it impossible to fix them. Let us know. Your unit might be under warranty.



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