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How do you get into the headlight bucket? I removed the two set screws from the under side in front but it doesn't budge. I have a short somewhere in there that is making my headlight flicker on and off. It went out on me last night when I still had about 20 miles to go. It was a very dark ride. Turn signals are fine. When I got home I messed with the wire going into the back of the bucket and it flickered so I know there is a short in there somewhere. I just can't get in. :bang: :bang: :angry: :angry: Thanks
 
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Spin the inner chrome trim ring that sits right against the glass counter-clockwise (looking at it head-on; lefty-loosy, righty-tighty). It may help to wear some latex gloves to get a good grip - and use both hands, to keep the pressure symetrical.

Inside the chrome trim ring is another ring that actually holds the headlamp in place. You can rotate that one (same direction) by tapping on the slots with a small screwdriver or nail set.

Use some anti-sieze when you put it back together, and it will be easier the next time - and don't forget the set screws, or one day you'll notice the trim ring is gone, and people will call you funny names. :eek: :bang:

There is also a cheap and handy tool you can get from Pink Chopper for about $20.

 
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Gas has a thread on how to change a lightbulb in the how to section it was a pain in the ass doing mine good luck
 
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Awesome! Thanks guys. I'll give it a try and cuss like a son of a bitch. I'll let you know how it goes.
 
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Tapping around the outside of the ring with a rubber mallet first works wonders. It should then spin right off.
 
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Cool, thanks. I'll try that too. I can't seem to get it with just my hands. Damn that thing is on tight. So is the bolts holding the headlight to the trees. SHit!
 
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P8RIOT said:
Spin the inner chrome trim ring that sits right against the glass counter-clockwise (looking at it head-on; lefty-loosy, righty-tighty). It may help to wear some latex gloves to get a good grip - and use both hands, to keep the pressure symetrical.

Inside the chrome trim ring is another ring that actually holds the headlamp in place. You can rotate that one (same direction) by tapping on the slots with a small screwdriver or nail set.

Use some anti-sieze when you put it back together, and it will be easier the next time - and don't forget the set screws, or one day you'll notice the trim ring is gone, and people will call you funny names. :eek: :bang:

There is also a cheap and handy tool you can get from Pink Chopper for about $20.

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yeppers Show.....I bought that same tool from Vickie also.....
here is Gas's thread on the headlight......
http://www.bigdogbiker.com/forums/how/12-how-replace-your-headlight.html

I am going to put in that Adjure Headlamp that I bought off of Gas when I get my scoot back.....:whoop:
 
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Well, it came off. There was never any never seace put on it. Damn. The threads on the retaining ring were all screwed up. Guess I wanted to buy a new headlight bucket anyway. LOL That is the biggest pain in the ass ever.
I found the short through. Ground wire came undone. Now I just have to figure out how to get it to stay together until I can get something new. It is looking ugly right now.
 
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Well, it came off. There was never any never seace put on it. Damn. The threads on the retaining ring were all screwed up. Guess I wanted to buy a new headlight bucket anyway. LOL That is the biggest pain in the ass ever.
I found the short through. Ground wire came undone. Now I just have to figure out how to get it to stay together until I can get something new. It is looking ugly right now.
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I think Gas has his stock bucket set up.....he might sell to ya....
 
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Got my bike back to day :whoop: So now i have the headlight bucket to change due to some bubbling chrome. thanks for the heads up on the difficult ring removal... I think i might try some double sided tape for better grip :up: and before you ask yes i do have the PIAA plasma gtx bulb to install.. :2thumbs:
 
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Got my bike back to day :whoop: So now i have the headlight bucket to change due to some bubbling chrome. thanks for the heads up on the difficult ring removal... I think i might try some double sided tape for better grip :up: and before you ask yes i do have the PIAA plasma gtx bulb to install.. :2thumbs:
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shaweeet!:2thumbs:
 
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Thanks for all the help today guys. I still screwed it up :bang: but understand how it all works now. (Lesson learned) That thing is a pain in the ass to work on. :angry:
 
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