Replacement headlights

Bobsiii

Bobsiii

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My Metro came with Spanniga Kendo + headlight which is ok if you want someone to see you but ridiculously weak (says "40 lux") if you want to see the trail. When I went to replace it found out that Magnum runs it directly off the battery so there was 52v at the plug!!! Most lights are 6-12v, Spanniga rates theirs for 6-36v. Tried to add a stand-alone light but controller makes it mount off-center so crappy coverage.

I guess I could go with a handlebar front extender for a stand-alone, or somehow step-down the voltage for connected. What have others done? I don't have any feelings one way or the other about running off battery or stand-alone, not hugely concerned with aesthetics just need light as the daylight shrinks.
 
Roxim lights from ebikes.ca are run off my 48V and 52V batteries

"400 Lumen Ebike Light, Handlebar On/Off Push Button, 6-85V Input Range, and StVZO Compliant Optics. Can be Powered from Cycle Analyst"
 
FlatSix911 said:
Can you post a photo of your setup?
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Just what exactly do you want to see? I came off my CA3, but you can also splice into the power with something like this.
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I'm leery of trying to draw too much current through the controller headlight circuit to power a bright light. The wiring gauge can also be an issue.
Since I don't ride all that much at night, I use a handlebar mounted light.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZY12WL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The light recharges via the USB port on my bike display and is easily removable for other purposes. Its 12000 lumen output turns night into day for the tunnel riding I like to do.

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My Jones H bars have lots of space for this type mount but it might be a problem for more compact handlebars.

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There’s really no problem taping in . I have rechargeable lights too. But prefer the wired in and run lights during the day to be more visible.
 
I wanted integrated lights - to me it's stupid to have to mount an externally-powered light on an e-bike. The problem is, however, oftentimes the motor controllers have underrated light outputs. On Bafang controllers, for example, they're typically 6V @ 500mA which is enough to light your Kendo but not enough to power something more worthy. It's straightforward, however, to add a simple circuit between your main battery and your controller to send the main pack voltage to your lights instead. Here's how I integrated the lights on my Bafang bike. As far as good headlights I can recommend:
I find for my commuter setup that 150 lux is more than enough - you really only need higher light output if you're doing off-road night riding IMHO. Remember - the higher the light output the more power you're going to drain off your pack - there's no free lunch!
 
mbouck said:
it's stupid
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Um, we all have our preferred method. None of which qualify as stupid, just different strokes, and varied needs. Two of my bikes are never ridden after dusk. Making a rechargeable set perfect for that odd day that a light is needed. My daily rider has integrated lights from Grin running off the CA3. As does my new build.
 
Thomas Jaszewski said:
Um, we all have our preferred method. None of which qualify as stupid, just different strokes, and varied needs. Two of my bikes are never ridden after dusk. Making a rechargeable set perfect for that odd day that a light is needed. My daily rider has integrated lights from Grin running off the CA3. As does my new build.
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Point taken. Different strokes to be sure.
 
Bobsiii said:
Ordered a Roxim E4 fm ebike.ca, $80 + shipping. Tried to find a Busch & Muller IQ X E but no luck.
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I was happy enough to buy a second one. I'd like to read your opinion once you've tried it!
 
Looking to get a front light for my ebike and trying to decide between the Roxim E4 and the B&M IQ X E. Anyone have any advice?

Also looking for a rear light. I like the look of the Grin one, but $60 seems silly expensive for a rear light and also it only outputs 14 lumens, which seems quite low to me. Any other options?
 
I have Cygolight Hotshot rearlights for our other bikes, so just ordered the Rear Mount for $4 off of Amazon to replace the light that came with the bike, and now can use them on it - super bright, long lasting re-chargeable. I've been putting off buying myself a full powered front light for a year or so, and finally bit the bullet and ordered myself a Cygolight Metro 1100 which should be here tomorrow that I'll be mounting on my handlebars. I have two already for my boys' bikes and they're great for daylight riding and for plenty bright enough for dusk/night riding too :)
 
gonyere said:
I have Cygolight Hotshot rear lights for our other bikes, so just ordered the Rear Mount for $4 off of Amazon to replace the light that came with the bike, and now can use them on it - super bright, long lasting re-chargeable. I've been putting off buying myself a full powered front light for a year or so, and finally bit the bullet and ordered myself a Cygolight Metro 1100 which should be here tomorrow that I'll be mounting on my handlebars. I have two already for my boys' bikes and they're great for daylight riding and for plenty bright enough for dusk/night riding too :)
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I agree that Cygolight provides the most lumens per dollar... a really good value. ;)


 
Haven't installed yet, takes some rewiring, sorta worried about blowing warranty (6 most left) by messing with wiring.
 
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