CBR LED Headlight MOD

Modifying my 05 Honda CBR600RR to have LED Headlights.

[@rhyno9798]

Props for your commitment to doing your best to get us the most up close and personal footage possible. So much so, that you damn near did this entire install with one hand😂😂😂👨‍🔧💪🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@z33_matty62]

Haha Thank you very much, appreciate it 👍

[@TusharSule]

Great video! Extremely helpful with all the close up details. Just installed leds on my bike following these steps!

[@mrnumberone615]

Super helpful. I had no clue there was an adapter attached to my old bulbs. I've had my 2001 F4i for 7 years and never knew. Thank God for the internet😅.

[@z33_matty62]

That’s awesome yeah until the comments of this video I never knew there was an adapter on the back of the bulbs either! Glad I could help haha

[@kennethamend8557]

Man, I love the difference!! This is a must..I also have a CBR600RR 2015. Can't wait..Thanks for the video.

[@z33_matty62]

Look into getting the H7 bulbs without a fan that they make now. Then you won’t have to cut the rubber boot covers 👍

[@kennethamend8557]

@@z33_matty62 Thanks Matty!! I had to just come back to your video to read your reply again. I'm going to order the headlights you suggested. Just seeing the difference in the before and after, then the small cost/investment..."NO BRAINER"!! Thanks Brother

[@joecamel2236]

Dude u are the man! Just did this to my 08 600rr and didn't have to modify the wires at all , they plugged right in. Their both H 7 bulbs so should plug directly in. I did have to drill hole in the back like u. Thank u for sharing this video. These are sooo much brighter!

[@jeffreyblock8901]

Do you have a link to the bulbs you bought, or the name of them? Trying to do this to my 08 600rr soon also

[@joecamel2236]

Vorock8 R2 led on Amazon He gives the link in the comment to another person, underneath mine

[@jeffreyblock8901]

@@joecamel2236 thanks bro! For some reason I thought you bought different LEDs than what’s in the video

[@joecamel2236]

@@jeffreyblock8901 make sure there the H7. ( His link is correct)For the 08, it is hard plastic covering the light. Not soft rubber like his. Drill the hole as close as u can to the diameter of the back of the bulb. Or u will have light shining back through your way at night

[@RAMBOWYIGIT]

@@joecamel2236 man Can’t u post a video on how u did it on ur 08? :D

[@RMalsawmtluanga]

It looks so fresh and clean. Matches with the bike color perfectly too.

[@z33_matty62]

Thank you appreciate it! And I agree! Love them

[@rhyno9798]

I like the fully painted walls in that garage 😁😂😂

[@iamastudentofjesus1403]

I thought one of my lights was out , Great tutorial

[@Simonfreediving]

Intesting and look so much better! Thank's

[@roscoefunnydog]

So I know this is an older video, but it took me awhile to realize this. The bulbs already on the bike are also the smaller prongs, the black bit on the back of those original bulbs are actually adaptors, the actual bike uses H4 prongs with an H7 bulb, once I moved the adapter, I had no problems with lighting

[@z33_matty62]

That’s correct. I didn’t realize that at the time of installation either. Some people in the comments made me aware of this and I have since made the change and re-used the adapter from the stock bulbs to get rid of the jumper wires I made which is great

[@roscoefunnydog]

@@z33_matty62 It took me fucking with it for days, wish someone somewhere head mentioned it lmao

[@yumingli1605]

Just changed my headlights on my cbr500r 13 using this tutorial’ 😁👍🏽

[@markcoddington2062]

Nice video. I have an 05 Tribal Edition. What is the 3rd (upper bulb) I need to get one.

[@danielgallegos9887]

Just fyi on the stock bulb there is an adaptor connected that you can unplug from the stock bulb that connects to the plug so you don't need to make a wire connection fits perfect.

[@z33_matty62]

Wow, really? I’ll have to look into that, thanks.

[@QrisuMies]

@@z33_matty62 Yep that's an adapter. My metal clip thing doesn't reach the led as the adapter is bigger.

[@z33_matty62]

@@QrisuMies you are correct! Much better solution than making those jumper wires. Thanks!

[@labaronhickerson8364]

Love the content

[@desertblack]

I used Osram NightBreaker same effect , 20$ just plug in finished.

[@saburkhan2873]

Hey man would you please recommend some good led lights for my 2022 cbr600rr?

[@infinitefury4414]

thanks a bunch for the video

[@patthebat394]

Thank you for making this video! I took your recommendations and swapped over to an H7 led and took out the stock bulb adapter and it fit right in! Really want to know how your led 3rd eye is doing? Do you still recommend that brand you put in your comments or a different one? Thank you.

[@z33_matty62]

Thanks so much and yes I do still recommend it. Haven’t had to change it once yet and the pack came with multiples. Still working and looking great!

[@patthebat394]

@@z33_matty62 Thank you for such a fast response and keeping up your DIY video. I’m going to order the BRISHINE 194 LED Bulbs 6000K that you had in the link tomorrow morning. Thank you again for sharing your work and information with other riders. It’s greatly appreciated

[@Shockwave_jon]

Best video

[@livelifetothefullest8892]

Bit late but you owm bulb has the adapter just pull them apart I thought the same until I pulled them apart

[@benedictyang5583]

great job bro.. my stocks are crap too... ill update my stock to led as well.

[@Snellefiets]

Looks nice! What's that led bulb or mod that you've got in the center light?

[@z33_matty62]

BRISHINE 194 LED Bulbs 6000K... www.amazon.com/dp/B07RK6FN9T?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@leongorani5121]

Is this installation gonna be the same or similar for a 2015 cbr500r? I can’t find any videos for that year bike on how to change the headlights.

[@z33_matty62]

Leon Gorani I am not positive on that as I do not own a 2015 cbr500r. Although I would assume a 2015 has HIDs or LEDs from the factory but that is just an assumption. With that being said I would guess it will be very similar

[@Bulldogz5]

Bro you just saved me a huge headache!!! My prongs were smaller too and that wiring trick is genius!!! How are they still running?

[@z33_matty62]

Haha that’s awesome man! Happy to help, and they are still working perfect!

[@z33_matty62]

Apparently as some people how pointed out in the comments there is an adapter on the stock bulbs that you can disconnect to avoid making the jumper wires. I have not tested this yet as I just read the comments but might be something worth trying.

[@chickenstripsnbbqsauce659]

@@z33_matty62 You happen to know where the adapter can be purchased? I got the same issue on my bike and want to see if i can get it all done

[@z33_matty62]

@@chickenstripsnbbqsauce659 if you have bulbs currently installed, they should be attached. If not I’m sure you can look up headlight assembly and find a part number

[@virginiahomes319]

Can you put the link below

[@franklinsantos5043]

Hey bud I have the same bike I really would like to know how the center light is smoked. Looks like black housing look. did you buy it like that or did you smoke it yourself? Also is that the one that comes LED already or did you just put a LED bulb? Another question where did you get the screws to hold in the fairings? Looks sick! Thanks in advanced bro

[@z33_matty62]

Here is a link to the bulbs I bought for the center light. BRISHINE 194 LED Bulbs 6000K Xenon White Extremely Bright 5630 Chipsets T10 168 2825 175 W5W LED Replacement Bulbs for Car Interior Dome Map Door Courtesy License Plate Lights (Pack of 10) a.co/d/750oCiT

[@z33_matty62]

As for the housing of the bulb it’s just stock. Not smoked but clear. And for the screws to hold on the fairings, they came with the fairings except the blue washers you see. I got those from zspecdesign 👍

[@franklinsantos5043]

Thanks a lot bro I appreciate it. Can you get me the website for those washers? I wanna grab some

[@z33_matty62]

@@franklinsantos5043 zspecdesign.com There is also: downstarinc.com

[@DerekEmerson]

How have these performed over time? any issues with heat and melting the housing?

[@z33_matty62]

Sorry just saw this, nope no problems what so ever. Another year and another 8,000 miles on the bike and they are still working great!

[@Pla_nic]

Is it possible have both headlights working at same time on CBR 300R 2015?

[@z33_matty62]

Sorry I do not know as I do not own a 2015 300r

[@JetskisAndDirtbikes]

Can someone explain to me how swapping amazon leds into your headlights is a mod

[@z33_matty62]

Definition of modify: make partial or minor changes to (something), typically so as to improve it or to make it less extreme… you’re welcome 👍

[@kingdanielgaming6411]

Hey! What is the size of the little parking bulb in the middle?

[@z33_matty62]

Just search 194LED. Tons of options on Amazon or super bright LEDs.com

[@artuRu1337]

Nice Job so far. Can you tell me if i can still whash my bike with heavy soap when i do it like you? :D Maybe have to cover there before cleaning. And what about rainy day driving and some drops in your ligths?

[@z33_matty62]

The rubber boot is seamless tight around the fan on the LED. Idk I don’t ever wash my bike with soap and water. I use spray on products from meguiars and wipe down with a microfiber. But with that said you should be fine I mean I wouldn’t purposely spray the hose into the backside of the light. I can’t imagine a raindrop falling straight down, turning 90 degrees, and entering the backside of the fan motor on the lights. So no you should have no problem with rain especially if you are moving (riding the bike) your windscreen covers that whole area.

[@artuRu1337]

@@z33_matty62 thanks m8

[@z33_matty62]

@@artuRu1337 for sure 👍

[@ryanlounsbury3177]

Decent video but would be cool if you added a link to the items you used.

[@z33_matty62]

Ryan Lounsbury www.amazon.com/dp/B01N01QE3S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GPdcFbEZFWTV9

[@YBE_Ent.]

What are the cords n links u used for the plug . What are they called . Can u put a link . By the way this prolly the most simplest video on these lights . Everything els is so complicated lol

[@z33_matty62]

YBE YaBoyEzy link to the connectors, as for the wires, I just had some old wire laying around and honestly don’t know what it’s from. Could use any speaker wire really, just try to match gauge size. Here’s the link to the connectors I used Zoostliss 280PC Electrical Connectors Mixed Assorted Lug Kit Insulated Spade Wire Connector Crimp Terminal Spade Ring Set www.amazon.com/dp/B074Y31S2Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D9yrFbQHVW0MC

[@Wavy_G1]

Are you still using the dust boot ? Did it help with moister? i have same led,s and brand new headlights with no cover. Trying to find best way to protect it..

[@z33_matty62]

Yeah I just cut the dust boot to fit snugly around the fan. Still work great never had any moisture in my headlights but I do park inside and rarely ride in rain. If I was to do it now I’d buy the fan less led bulbs and avoid cutting the dust boot

[@Wavy_G1]

@@z33_matty62 thanks for your opinion i appreciate it.. did you buy yours off amazon or do u know the size of the boot

[@z33_matty62]

@@Wavy_G1 the rubber boots came on my bike from the factory I didn’t buy them. I did buy the led bulbs from Amazon though.

[@ziggy7981]

Hey, in case you are still active on this video... Did you have to make the lights run off the battery? Or are these LED's even for AC current, because I want to get LED's but idk if you have to also convert the lights system to run off the battery not the alternator directly.

[@z33_matty62]

Nope I did exactly what you see in the video. They plug directly into the factory wiring. I will say that you can get much smaller H7 LED bulbs without a wire or fan now a days. That plug directly into the plug like the stock bulbs and no cutting of the rubber boot is necessary. Look on Amazon there’s tons of great cheap options

[@ziggy7981]

@@z33_matty62 Oh okay! I am was looking to get the Philips UltinonPro9000 HL and this was the last step keeping me from pulling the trigger. Thank you, best video on the subject by far even though I have a 2009 CBR 125R the steps are probably the same.

[@z33_matty62]

@@ziggy7981 yeah process should be very similar. But wow those are crazy expensive. You can get led bulbs for less than half the cost of those. Although I bet they are great, for $35 these have lasted me 2+ years and are still working great. But that’s up to you. Regardless you will be happy with them for sure 👍

[@ziggy7981]

@@z33_matty62 Okay you're right haha, might as well save on those and get something cheaper! Hey by the way, due to the LED's being very efficient that means I can have the low beam on at the same time as the high just like you do without overworking the electrical system! I bet you have a video on it so I will go watch it now! Thanks again

[@dailydoseofjoe4095]

Hey man, have the same bike, bought the same lights, and same jumper wire strategy, could use your help because the light instantly blew my fuse. Thanks

[@z33_matty62]

As some of the other comments have said, and now I have also tested, you do not need the jumper wires. Unplug the converter attachment off of your stock bulbs. That should fix the jumper wire issue. As for the fuse I’m not sure. Try replacing the fuse and see if it happens again.

[@Riverstyxxer]

There are lights that look the same but pull more wattage, make sure you're under 60w otherwise you could melt your housing, blow fuses, and melt wires.

[@aynndxb.]

How much engine oil you put in this bike ? 3.5 litters or 3.8 litters bro ??

[@fernidadjames3188]

3.5-3.8 it’s not a big deal

[@RideronthestormIreland]

Just 2 days ago I put LED bulbs on my 2005 Fireblade but I got the fanless bulbs where the radiator is removable. That makes so much easier to install as there is no need to cut these rubber caps. You just put the bulb first, then put the caps and then put the radiator back on the bulb. It looks like it came like this from factory. The final effect is same: beautiful white 6000k light:)

[@prodigee3525]

Is left to right for low beam and up and down for high beam?

[@z33_matty62]

I guess it could be but I ended up testing them both ways and it makes a very minimal difference because it’s about how it reflects from the way the housing is designed not really about the direction of the angle of the light bulbs.

[@666bigdame]

Hi I have a cbr 600f4i with h7 led bulbs, the problem I'm having is I'm blinding especially when I'm behind them, I can't really ride the bike at night, I was curious to which way around you installed the bulbs, I have Mictuning bulbs, I have mine facing the other way, out to the sides, maybe I might turn them, did it make a difference to the low beam, this is where most my issues are , thanks

[@frankp.9655]

Hi, Sorry to Bother you... Nice where and who did you Buy Those Lights From

[@z33_matty62]

So sorry for the late response. I bought them off Amazon. Just search H7 LED bulbs on Amazon and you will have tons to choose from. Go with a fan less option. Them make them much smaller since I bought these so you shouldn’t have the cyst your dust boot like I did.

[@militomoraleja89]

Problems with fuses or rele?

[@z33_matty62]

None

[@TheRealRio_23]

How has the headlights been holding up any problems with moisture getting in because of the fan? Does your housing fog up at all?

[@z33_matty62]

Not at all. Still running great! To be fair though my bike is parked in a climate controlled garage and never riden in the rain unless I get caught in a storm unexpectedly. I would guess you might have some moisture problems in the spring / fall months if your bike is parked outside in the temp changes / humidity.

[@TheRealRio_23]

@@z33_matty62 sweet man , about to grab a set right now , I live in California so it’s not to bad , but I will be working out by the beach so the moisture can be a problem there sometimes

[@z33_matty62]

@@TheRealRio_23 they do make ones now that plug directly in like stock OEM bulbs do so you don’t have to cut or wire anything. Just search H7 LED on Amazon and you should find a bunch

[@TheRealRio_23]

@@z33_matty62 is that fairing kit you have oem? Or can you recommend a spot ?

[@z33_matty62]

@@TheRealRio_23 it’s not OEM. Got it from summitfairings

[@moreclips805]

Any melting of the rubber boot?

[@z33_matty62]

Nope none

[@moreclips805]

Thanks

[@stewart8127]

You only need one jumper wire.

[@ridinghawaii3887]

Any update on performance?

[@z33_matty62]

Still working great! Absolutely love them!

[@julianbueno4164]

What wire/connections did you use? Can you give me a little list real quick

[@julianbueno4164]

Wire size. Found the connectors

[@z33_matty62]

You actually do not need to make the jumper wires like I did. As some others have stated in the comments, there is an adapter on the backside of the stock bulb. Just remove it from the stock bulb and these should plug right into that 👍

[@julianbueno4164]

@@z33_matty62 alright koo I'll check it out. Thanks

[@julianbueno4164]

@@z33_matty62 good looking out. Works. Light up the night with these ones

[@sheroxx3787]

bro is there actually no way to have both headlights on low beam it triggers me so much on my bike even considering buying some angle eye beams on ebay or sm sht im even ready to pay the fine lol

[@z33_matty62]

Yeah I just run both high beams lol but I usually only ride during the day so you cannot really tell

[@southpawarmory4336]

How have the connectors held up?

[@z33_matty62]

SouthPaw Armory perfectly well. No issues. I used some shrink wrap tubing around the connectors and it’s been good.

[@leyvaanan8321]

@@z33_matty62 Dude....actually you dont have to manufacture the connector wires. Your original H7 bulb actually comes with an ADAPTER (the black thing at the rear end of your original H7 bulb) Its detachable. Detach it and use it for your new LED bulb. If you notice your headlamp power socket it comes with a 3 hole (which is meant for H4 bulbs) but only 2 wires connected. So the adapter is actually the converter from H4 to H7. That should solve the problem getting the led bulb pins into the soclet

[@z33_matty62]

@@leyvaanan8321 thank you very much, I will have to try this out! Would be nice to clean it up

[@z33_matty62]

@@leyvaanan8321 thank you very much you are correct and it worked perfectly!

[@thelants8569]

could you link the LEDs for the bike? everywhere I look is the wrong connection..

[@z33_matty62]

www.amazon.com/dp/B01N01QE3S/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_QX95Z6K4R7T6661WHCJX

[@thelants8569]

@@z33_matty62 I bought those ones before but they dont have the right connection for my Honda CBR 600.

[@z33_matty62]

@@thelants8569 it should be. Unplug the backside of your stock headlight bulbs and it should work no problem. Atleast for an 05/06 CBR600. I can’t speak for any other years

[@thelants8569]

@@z33_matty62 mine is a 2006 model. it seems like the right connection is slighty larger than the one i received from the LED kit, so it doesnt work. I'm not sure what else I can do if its the wrong size connection

[@z33_matty62]

@@thelants8569 yeah so I wasn’t aware of this when I first made the video but people in the comments informed me of this fact, if you remove the backside of your stock bulbs (it disconnects) it’s an adapter. If you remove it, these plugs will plug right in no problem.

[@hawaiiyamat]

how long did these last?

[@z33_matty62]

Still going strong to this day. Love them!

[@cv600rr]

Squidward don't care if he blinds people with the high beam. It's more important for his bike to look cool. 😎

[@z33_matty62]

Lol yeah almost 3 years later and have passed 3 state inspections and have had zero problems with them so. Once again for the people late or in the back. These are just as bright as any modern day LED that every car comes with now… so if you have a problem with modern BMW headlights then I guess that’s a you problem. Thanks for the comment though I appreciate it 👍

[@cv600rr]

@@z33_matty62 "also, to be quiet honest, I don't really care if I'm blinding people." That's what I was referring to. I have the same bike. I went with Philips diamond vision (white) bulbs. They're brighter than stock and the white color definitely looks better.

[@matthewhartson6952]

Hi matty. My Name is matty aswell lol but I'm using my girlfriends profile pic so ye lol. I just want to say thY I have got a cbr 125 r or rw I'm not quite sure.and I'm trying to get the clocks out because the lights in the dash don't light up the clocks? But the fuel gauge is working the speedo and the temperature gauge is all working but no lights in background for some reason.?? Can you help me please? Have you any ideas as of why? And the needle in the rev counter is behind the little pin so it's trying to move wen you rev the bike but it's on the wrong side of the pin. The Last owner fell off the bike So I'm thinking it's something to do with that maybe? So ye I'm not sure mate to be honest. But if you can help me or give me any advice on any of these problems then that would be great. Thank you mate..

[@Mr1bigsexy]

I have a 2001 600 f4i.I wonder why they put a 3rd eye on your model?? The guys that designed the headlights should be fired.I get tired of pulling into a gas station and people telling me I have a headlight out so I started keeping mine on high beam during the day,low beams at night (Popeye eyed)

[@z33_matty62]

Lol just saw this, yeah I just run high beams all the time lol. Nobody has ever complained to me except in the comments of this video 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@HypedOUT]

Hey bro how did this do at night?

[@z33_matty62]

Great! Super bright and great spread. Couldn’t be happier with them

[@HypedOUT]

@@z33_matty62 okay awesome I have a 06 cbr 1000 but it literally looks like the same headlight housing im gonna buy these thanks so much brotha!!

[@z33_matty62]

@@HypedOUT cool man! Let me know if you have any issues or questions

[@CoronaS-vdn]

perfect for getting shit, moisture, spiders, water and dirt into the headlight

[@z33_matty62]

Good thing I don’t ride in bad weather, and I park inside a climate controlled garage 👍 have had them for almost 2 years. No problems here thanks for the concern though.

[@z33_matty62]

Almost another year later, still No sh*t, moisture, spiders, water, or dirt in the headlights 😎👍

[@phil8680]

Sorry, but your clip holds nothing without that adapter from the original light. That led adapter is to thin. So you got no pressure on it.

[@z33_matty62]

Sorry not really following what you’re getting at here. If you’re talking about the adapter to the H7 bulbs that’s I didn’t realize could be removed from the old bulbs. I have since fixed that and removed my makeshift wiring job. If you’re talking about the tension clip inside the housing idk what to tell you, it has worked great.

[@phil8680]

@@z33_matty62 I've tried it myself and it doesn't work that way. You can move the LED back and forth without the adapter from the h7 lamp. The only thing that holds it in place is your rubber cap.

[@z33_matty62]

@@phil8680 I’m Sorry to hear that. I’ve had mine in for 10 months now and they work great

[@phil8680]

@@z33_matty62 Remove the rubber cap, then you will see that the LED is not tight. I built a thicker h7 adapter, so you no longer have these problems.

[@z33_matty62]

@@phil8680 that’s awesome but I do not have any problem with mine. Thanks

[@Twitch412]

You used a car led bulb , should’ve gotten the motorcycle led bulb

[@z33_matty62]

An H7 bulb is an H7 bulb 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Twitch412]

@@z33_matty62 that’s the plug style that’s all that means , the car leds have the big ballast on back like what you have and motorcycle led doesn’t . Thought I could use that style on my one bike before but didn’t work cause that ballast had to return for the motorcycle style led and then no issues . Same color / brightness.

[@z33_matty62]

@@Twitch412 actually sorry to say but H7 is the bulb type not the plug type. “The letter tells you the general shape of the bulb and number tells you the width or diameter of the largest part of the bulb in eighths of an inch.” But yes you are correct in the sense that they do make H7 bulbs that plug directly in with no fan NOW. I wouldn’t say they are motorcycle or automotive specific though. I can send many bulb listings marketed as “motorcycle” that have the extended wires and the fan built in. And many marketed as automotive that don’t.

[@Pla_nic]

I hate my CBR 300R 2015 cyclop eye…

[@z33_matty62]

Sorry to hear that

[@typhoon5438]

bikes look better with both lights on whoever changed them this way was STUPID

[@mugaguest1]

It sucks when someone blinds you for a sec and you didn't see the deer running across the road and you crash but hey its a sec so who cares.

[@z33_matty62]

Muga_d_biker lmao that would be an extremely rare and specific case. The fact that you’re assuming these lights are bright enough to completely blind you for any amount of time based on my video is interesting to say the least / it’s also not my fault if you want to stare directly into the beam of light from oncoming traffic... as I have already stated, these are no brighter than any modern day car with LED/ HID Lights and have a significantly lower beam angle than any truck/ let alone any vehicle that’s lifted. So I’d say I’m al good especially since they passed my states inspection. So with that they must be fine but thanks for the comment 👌

[@mugaguest1]

@@z33_matty62 one question though. If someone shines a flashlight in your face can you see theirs?

[@z33_matty62]

Muga_d_biker guess that would depend on how far away you were / if you were shining a flashlight back in their face...?

[@z33_matty62]

Muga_d_biker also would depend if it is light or dark out

[@calculusmetal]

Why don't the 2 prongs of the h7 plug line up?

[@Bowillie]

Notice when he took the bulb out there was an adapter on it. That comes off and you can plug into that instead of making up wires.

[@z33_matty62]

@@Bowillie you are correct. I learned that after and have no changed it. Much cleaner and works perfectly once you transfer the adapter