696 and possibly monster 1100/s owners, is it just me or does any of you think that the level of lumen produced by the low beam is inadequate for night rides? I find that my low beam is pathetic compare to cager's low beams and that my high beam will match. If I were to stared straight into the high beam I won't be blinded like I would if I had stared into my car's high beam.
I've been using my high beam and never had a complaint nor anyone flashing back at me......hmmmm
i feel the same way about the headlight on my s2r1000. my solution was to
1- put in a halogen bulb
2- adjust the aim of the headlight up a bit
not sure if either is an option for the new monster, but worth a try if it is.
someone on this board swap'd the stock bulbs on the 696 for Sylvania Silverstar Ultra's. I did this with my truck, it made an amazing difference. It's a much whiter bulb with greater reach & shows more detail. It also makes the reflective paint used for lanes, signs & markers show up much better.
Before doing anything else, check the headlight aim.
MonsterParts.com is coming with a HID solution soon.
http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ESH170/Electrical/ESH170.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ESH170/Electrical/ESH170.html)
I put silverstar bulbs in mine and made a big difference. I don't really feel it is inadequate anymore.
I have a set (high, low & running light) for sale if you want (selling my 696).
H7 kits are available and at a good price. DDM has a good rep. They are slimline as well.
http://www.ddmtuning.com/products/DDM_35W_55W_Dual_Motorcycle_HID_System-107-61.html (http://www.ddmtuning.com/products/DDM_35W_55W_Dual_Motorcycle_HID_System-107-61.html)
Look in the owners manual and set your headlight aim. First adjust the sag and suspension.