LED headlights for the kawasaki Versys 1000

[@lifeenvironments]

I did this mod this weekend using the Beamtech H7’s as outlined in the video. I did have to cut the headlight boots to fit the assembly. I also had to lower my headlight pattern. That being said, no pissed off drivers - yet. Signs lit up like they were lit for once. Nice pattern. Brights are heaven sent. Night tested them tonight. The light is exceptional - worlds apart from the crap stock lights on the V1k. Not sure how long these will last. If they don’t, will replace them with higher quality lights. That being said, will never go back to stock lights - horrible. Not sure why Kawasaki didn’t do led to start with. Between this and my Back Off tail light modulator, improved visibility for less than $100. Cheap insurance and great investments.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear you are getting along ok with them.... :)

[@bigmicko2175]

I love all your work, everything you do is meticulous . I own a 2015 Versys 1000 and have owned a FJR 1300. Both great bikes. Your videos are well filmed and detailed.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Thank you sir.... :)

[@olavoleite2416]

I just finished to install LED headlights (Beamtech H4) on my Concours /GTR 1400... it went flawless, no mods, same dust covers, etc.... just plug and play. Well, I recall when replacing the headlight bubbles on my 2016 Versys the harness connection to the light was inside of the dust cover. In order to have a better LED retrofit, I would like the same dust cover set up as on the GTR /C14., of course using a H7 LED. Before I buy a new pair, do the mounting diameter of the Versys? ... 70mm?? THX for your help

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir, I am glad the new headlights have worked well for you. I no longer own the Versys so I cannot measure the diameter of the cover. Sorry I could not be of more assistance... Thanks for watching and keep safe out there... :)

[@olavoleite2416]

@@ozarksbackroads5484 thanks.... I will let know and post the size when I disassemble the head assembly.

[@magicj15]

I tried to do this and everything went smooth until I tried to power up the lights. They would not work… I tried switching the polarity and still nothing. I put the OEM lights back in to see if they work and they don’t either. Any suggestions? Big fan of yours from KC with 17’ Versys 1k and I love heading down to Ozarks! Love your videos!

[@jonsmith9892]

Hello there sir, sounds like you have blown the fuse for the headlights. I would replace the fuse, put the stock halogen bulbs in and verify that all is well. Then try replacing the halogens with the led's one and a time. If one of the led bulbs blows the fuse again then that bulb is bad and needs to be replaced.... good luck and thanks for watching... :)

[@MrPchubare]

Good mod! I hope you wont have any electrical problems because of the rubber you had to cut for ventilation. Good thing new Versys 1000 comes with dual LED lights!

[@cmcphilomey3027]

Love your videos really really helpful and appreciated

[@malizec7793]

Hi, question. If you still have V1000. How is it after almost 3 years with this LED lights? Did you have problem with blinding oncoming traffic? Any problems at all? I have 2018 V650 and i wish to instal LED lights but some people say it is not good, some say it is perfect. What is your review after 3 years?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Hello there sir... good to hear from you. I sold that bike to a friend of mine.. he still has the led lights in it. I have ridden with him many times and can say that the lights are not blinding to oncoming traffic. If you have lights that blind oncoming traffic then the light needs to be adjusted down it is set to high. The light housing is adjustable up and down as well as left and right. I always check my light position against the position of the halogen light when I change over to LED. Those bulbs are only 25 watt LEDS so they aren't going to be overly bright. I also have the LED bulbs on my 2019 V-Strom 650 and I really like them. Again I stuck to a 25 watt bulb for both the high and low beam bulbs. It is hard to find bulbs at that wattage, most are up around 60 or 65 watts which is really bright for an LED bulb. A 25 or 30 watt LED bulb should last forever at that lower power.. hope this helps... thanks for watching... keep safe out there... :)

[@malizec7793]

@@ozarksbackroads5484 thank you for answer, I will find 25-35W max LED and instal to my V650.

[@mkdreamervl]

Really good job with the headlights. Any idea what size are the side marker lights ? T10 ?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Thanks for watching sir, I believe the side marker lights are the 194 peanut bulbs. I later replaced mine with some I found at Walmart... they have worked fine.... take care... :)

[@MangoMike316]

Love the mods that you are doing, the LEDs are much better! Happy New Year and ride safe.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Thank you sir..... Happy New Year to you as well..... :)

[@jeffforbis6639]

Great video! Thank you. Do you have a video installing the SW-Motech crash guard?

[@noethewolf4752]

how did you put Low beans working together?

[@alluredjs]

Thank you for your video. It was very helpful. I just Changed out my bulbs and did the marker lights too. Looks awesome.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

good to hear sir... Thanks... :)

[@ScottAxon-r2l]

Great mod. I’m going to upgrade my Versys 1000 headlights. But I can’t seem to find the same set you used on Amazon. There are many Beamtech bulbs. Would it be possible for you to send me a link or tell me specifically which one you used?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

@ScottAxon-r2l hello there sir... good to hear from you...it has been several years since I made that video I am sure those bulbs I used in that video are no longer available... you will want a led bulb that is somewhere between 35 and 50 watts power consumption. You will just have to look at the bulbs that are available now to find some... good luck and thanks for watching... :)

[@ScottAxon-r2l]

@@ozarksbackroads5484 Thank you

[@banerjeedeb8074]

Did you have to work on the housing clips?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir. I believe I had to bend the ends on the clips to make them work properly if memory serves. Thanks for watching and keep safe out there.... :)

[@alanhassall]

I have Clearwater Driving ng lights mounted on my Concours. They are dimmable which is awesome. The only issue it that it makes the headlights look really yellow. I may have to look into this upgrade.

[@noethewolf4752]

How do you connect both medium light working together?

[@chrisredfield3240]

Wonder what direct moisture is. I think the cut off is a little sketchy

[@alexanderal7714]

It is.

[@Doug_Morgan]

I just did the same mod to my Super Tenere, now I have to wait until spring to try them out on the road.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir. I may get a chance to try mine out this weekend here in southern Missouri it is supposed to be in the mid 60's both Saturday and Sunday . :)

[@Doug_Morgan]

@@ozarksbackroads5484 I have at least 3 months to wait.

[@danmeler1084]

I just completed the installation and find the new LEDs to be FAR superior in every way to the halogens. Very happy with the mod!

[@2002MX5]

After using them, do you think you could have left the rubber boots intact since the new lights draw less power and produce less heat than stock(maybe)?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

I don't know how hot the heat sinks get but I think I would go ahead and open up the boots and let the heat sinks get some air, I haven't had any issues with the lenses at all.... thanks sir..... :)

[@seanmcginnis4112]

Now that you've been living with them for this season, how are you liking them? Any issues?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Hello there, no troubles with the LED headlights. they are awesome at night..... thanks sir..... :)

[@seanmcginnis4112]

@@ozarksbackroads5484 Many thanks!

[@alexwilliams3733]

Great video, just went about changing my lights out to led. Just wondering, how did you get the bulb to stay set with the OEM clip that holds them in?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir, the bulbs I used went in the same as the OEM bulbs I took out, there was no difference in the mount on the bulbs..... thanks sir... good luck and keep safe sir... :)

[@lifeenvironments]

Excellent video as usual. Which model of lights did you use?

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

They are these.... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071J4SCXY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Thanks Sir..... :)

[@lifeenvironments]

Thank you so much. I’ve complained about the poor headlight power since I’ve had mine. Ride safe!

[@lifeenvironments]

I went to that page on Amazon and several different sizes came up. Do you remember the actual size or model? Thanks so much.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

yes, the Versys takes a pare of the H7 bulbs. Just two connector prongs on them..... Thanks.... :)@@lifeenvironments

[@lifeenvironments]

Thanks again. Got the lights today. Don’t know if you’ve used yours yet, but would be interested in your on road experience. We’re below zero here. Might be a month or so! Thanks again.

[@rlwilding]

Very nice...how did you pick the correct LED bulb? Amazon is loaded with so many choices and mixed reviews.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

well it is kind of pot luck on what bulb to buy but I watched a lot of reviews and went the the one I thought had the best design and reviews..... Thanks...Jon Smith :)

[@alexanderal7714]

Looks like not very wise decision in my opinion, especially to cut off original bulb cover. Can you please update. I believe a plenty of dust inside your light body, and probably, this led wasn't so long to burn out, let alone it blinds all incoming traffic, but I will be glad to hear from your point of view, so maybe we all learn from it. Thanks! Don't take it personal, please. 🙏

[@DsCheng81]

You should try the projector lens H4 Led bulb. The beam patterns is better.

[@jonmulack4226]

A flashlight would be better than stock. Stockers are so bad they should have a safety recall! That being said, they work great once it is absolutely dark. Imo, at twilight conditions, they are a little weak, but they are far superior overall. High beam is very good. Get the Beamtech LED running lights also. In daytime operation all these lights make us MUCH more visible and do not offend others. I had to lower my low beam for better performance.

[@noethewolf4752]

Lovet man God bless you

[@weljo2001]

Nice Set-Up....

[@DennysPlantBasedJourney]

nice upgrade

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Thank You sir..... :)

[@davidodom9518]

"Ultar-thin Design." I'm guessing this is not an American Product.