tony412k
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I found this forum post... so I'm hope its somehow possible...it looks like the e55r
http://www.779cc.org/forum/fz8-mods/591-oem-retrofit-build.html
http://www.779cc.org/forum/fz8-mods/591-oem-retrofit-build.html
doing a headlight retrofit to my 2012
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It'll fit in there with no problem but the up and down adjustability is limited as the top edge of the shroud will bump into the housing.
tony412k
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ahhhh I see...damn what a bummer..I already retrofitted my halo onto it..
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
What projector did you get? I think I know why you are having issues...
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
What did you use to put the halo on?
tony412k
New member
Picture wire..
I'm guessing there is some way to mod the shroud to where it sits deeper into the projector possibly.
tony412k
New member
Its the mini d2s
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
Oh okay. Really, that isn't going to be possible. You need to move the entire projector back into the assembly. This is where things get hairy. Most of the time (cars with non threaded shaft mount projectors) you just cut the reflector bowl, and use steel stick and epoxy to secure the projector into the reflector...but with a motorcycle, it isn't going to be possible. I have successfully retrofitted an FX-R projector in an FZ1N headlight (more shallow than FZ8 headlight). You have to end up cutting a bunch off of the back of the housing, create another flange that is bigger, and all kinds of things. Now you see why people just have us do it!
The new 3.0? That is most likely why. They are larger than the Mini H1 projectors, which I have found out from experience are too long. for the FZ8
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tony412k
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Yes its the 3.0..I contacted TRS and they told me to cut the reflector housing like u were saying.
What is the reason it would not work on a motorcycle?
I would guess vibration and clearance behind the headlight bucket
nalexander1982
New member
HID headlight for 2011 FZ8
Hey I have the first gen 2011 FZ8 just paid it off...ready to spend some money on mods. I'm interested in a HID headlight with some red accents I have an email into affordable HID for a quote. My questions for you guys out there is what is the cost? And, can i ship my stock OEM headlight assembly to him to retro fit? Unfortunately I live in North Idaho where there isn't many mod shops so im forced to use online sources...
Hey I have the first gen 2011 FZ8 just paid it off...ready to spend some money on mods. I'm interested in a HID headlight with some red accents I have an email into affordable HID for a quote. My questions for you guys out there is what is the cost? And, can i ship my stock OEM headlight assembly to him to retro fit? Unfortunately I live in North Idaho where there isn't many mod shops so im forced to use online sources...
tony412k
New member
it will only need to be moved back maybe a 1/4 of an inch?? if that i think. ill post up some pics of when i was test fitting it...
idk but im getting anxious to finish it but i wont have any time to even mess with it till possibly sunday but monday for sure because im off work..
Woody146
Banned
Go with AHR....the more lights the more it costs!
I'm from California and I sent him the whole headlight..signals and all(I tried to take apart but I'm horrible with electronics) and he sent me back the gloriousness that's on the front of my bike which I get compliments on left and right
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
Yeah, it would have to be moved back...and when the clearance behind the headlight is already tight on the FZ8, it could prove to be difficult by the time that you put it on, you may have an issue with mounting the headlight back on.
I shouldn't say that it is impossible, but when there are much easier avenues, it makes it a tough choice.
I have been busy this past weekend, and I haven't gotten a chance to check back in. Have you been able to get it all fitted up and working?
I shouldn't say that it is impossible, but when there are much easier avenues, it makes it a tough choice.
I have been busy this past weekend, and I haven't gotten a chance to check back in. Have you been able to get it all fitted up and working?
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
Sorry for the delay in response, very busy lately. I e-mailed you back the other day, let me know if you have any other questions.
tony412k
New member
almost.. i cut out the reflector housing a going to epoxy it up today... i figuured ive waited this long to put it back together might as well take my time and make sure its done right.
Rabbitman109
Lumen Junkie
Yeah, I have half finished personal retrofits just sitting around, because I don't have the time to do them right. Hoping that could change eventually. Sounds like you have it under control. Let me know if you need any advice.