Yeah I'll be back on the road soon i'm sure, and that's a good idea about getting boots with my settlement money!
You just don't appreciate gear until you need it!

I'm wondering about visibility. With our bikes, only the left head light is on by default. I wonder since the lady that hit me approached my bike from the right hand side that headlight would not be as visible?

She obviously didn't see me when she decided to pull out and go for it. I'm wondering if there is something that could be done to make myself more visible.

 

damn good to hear ur ok and if ur bike is totalled hey her insurance will cover it and that means time to upgrade. but if not get her back out on the open road were she belongs

 

HIDs are a start. I recommend one HID butother riders like having two.If the sun is at your back, ride a little slower. Put an air horn your bike. It won't make ya more visible but it'll help get their atention.

 

glad to hear your fine

I have to say the only time I've ever been close to hit is by women drivers too

(that's showing something! Sorry women I'm really just kidding)

 

What does the HID do, makethe bulb brighter?

 

I hope this helps.
What are the advantages of XENON HID technology over traditional halogen bulbs?
More light output
A 35-Watt XENON HID lamp produces up to 3x the lumens at the light source when compared to a 55-Watt halogen bulb.
Whiter light
While the halogen light appears yellowish, the XENON HID lighting system produces a light that is closer to that of natural sunlight.
Increased Visibility
In most nighttime driving/bad weather situations, this combination of a whiter color and a greater light output allows for a safer and more illuminated drive.
Reduced power consumption
XENON HID lamp systems draw significantly less power from your vehicles electrical system.
Greater product life
XENON HID lamp systems are designed to outlast your vehicle. On average these bulbs will last 3-5 times longer than a traditional halogen bulb.
Distinctiveness
Your vehicle will not only have the latest in automotive lighting technologies, but will also have that unique eye-catching appeal. Currently, only high-end vehicles offer this XENON HID lighting system.

 

Thanks for that description!

So how is a HID compared to the regular high beam? I read some people on here leave their high beam on all the time but i'm concerned about blinding oncoming drivers.

 

My HID is my high beam. It's always on, the only time I turn it off is if I'm behind a cop or if oncoming traffic flashes me, if not................F***K'em!

 

+1 on the high beam............I never run without it on.

Jim

 

i have my lights rigged to were both of them come on... that sucks mang glad to hear your okay!! I'd get your bike out the impound lot because they charge an arm and leg (your good one)! probably some old lady trying to figure out how to drive stick shift and gunned it on accedent because she thought she was gunna stall outz...