Lighting & Lamps
About Lighting & Lamps
Motorcycle lighting does two jobs: it lets you see the road and it lets other drivers see you. This group runs from the headlight and the tail, brake and turn signal lights to fog lights and accent lighting, and riders shop it to replace a cracked lens or a dead bulb, to upgrade to LED, or to restyle the bike.
The safety lights come first. Headlight Assemblies are the main front lights, Tail & Brake Light Assemblies and Turn Signal Light Assemblies cover the rear and the signals, and License Plate Light Assemblies light the plate. The smaller parts are Light Bulbs & LEDs, Lenses for faded or broken covers, and Sockets, Connectors & Wiring to connect everything. Check that a replacement suits your bike's mounting, bulb type and connector.
Extra lights add visibility or style. Fog Light Assemblies, Daytime Running Lights and Accessory Lighting are bolt-on additions, and Hardware, Mounts & Brackets holds them in place. Other Lighting & Lamps is also part of the group. LED parts draw less current than halogen, but LED turn signals can flash fast on some bikes unless the flasher or load is matched, so read the listing. Lighting rules differ by location, so check local requirements for color and brightness before you change lights.
Brands here include COBRA, COLONY, COVINGTONS, EPI, Drag Specialties and Custom Dynamics. Many lighting parts are model-specific, so pick your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page. For help with fit, see why a part did not fit and how to avoid it.
FAQs on motorcycle lighting
Are LED bulbs better than halogen for motorcycles?
LED bulbs use less power and often last longer, and many riders find them brighter or whiter. A bulb must still suit your housing, because a poorly matched bulb can scatter light or dazzle oncoming drivers. Check that the listing is made for your bike and follow local lighting rules.
Why do my LED turn signals flash too fast?
A fast flash, called hyperflash, usually happens because LEDs draw much less current than the original bulbs and the flasher expects a bigger load. A load equalizer, a resistor or an LED-compatible flasher usually fixes it. Check the instructions that come with the lights.
How do I know what bulb my motorcycle uses?
Look in the owner's manual or read the number printed on the base of the bulb. Headlights, brake lights and turn signals use different bulb types, and the type varies by model and year. Pick your machine in the Ride Finder to see lighting made for it.
Is it all right to add fog lights or accent lights?
Add-on lights are common, but they should not dazzle other road users or replace the lights your bike is required to have. Check local rules on color, brightness and mounting position, and wire them through a fuse so they do not overload a circuit.
Can I replace just the lens instead of the whole light?
Often yes. If the housing is sound and only the lens is cracked or faded, a replacement lens keeps the rest of the light. Check that the lens suits your light by the model or size listed, and that it seals against water when you fit it.
