F800ST Installation of HID’s High and Low Headlight Beams

 I finally got around to installing the HID’s. I selected the HID’s from 1 Off Motorsports

http://1offmotorsports.com/ because of what I have read and the price point. They also had specific applications for my bike. I won’t elaborate on the whole process but talk generally about the product and installation.

1 Off Motorsports

I ordered online, it was very straightforward selecting the model/year wizard etc… the recommended item was displayed. Kewl! The product was processed and shipped quickly. I went with the HI-Lo conversion with 6000K bulbs. The package arrived in 4 days. I laid out all the components as part of my pre planning. I began wondering about something I read in the forums. (I always source the forums for input, suggestions) I was concerned that I might need an additional component to interface with my Canbus  (Controller Area Network) electronic computing devise. I called 1 Off Motorsports. They were very helpful and they confirmed I would need the Canbus decoder. I told them that their website site did not recommend this for my bike. They are aware of that and are working to remedy that under sight. An additional 4 days and I was ready to begin.

Installation

This project is easy to install. I removed the entire headlight assembly from the bike. That offers the best access to try different mounting configurations and fit everything before mounting. Basically you disconnect and remove the existing bulbs and replace them with the HID’s and connect them to the existing wires. The HID’s come covered with clear protective plastic that you break off during installation. (You can get instructions online from 1 Off Motorsports) You will also need to take the back headlight access covers off and using a 1” paddle bit, drill a hole that will be used to pass the wiring harness through the housing to connect the lights. Some filing will be necessary on both sides of the drilled hole for one of the large connector to go threw. If I were to drill the hole again I would use a 7/8” paddle bit because I would like a tighter fit for the rubber grommet on the wiring harness. There are several additional components that are needed for the lights and you will need to determine where is best to mount them. It was difficult for me to mount the components symmetrically so I opted for good access. I did not use the double-sided tape but measured and drilled holes for wire ties that would hold the components securely.

Tested the lights… updated 1/21/2010 There is a substantial increase in brightness. You can't go wrong with this upgrade.