Does this head light look OK ???

Evans200

I live for the CABE

In Memoriam

• Jan 31, 2015

• #1

Can't afford a bat wing, so I bought this light. Not sure now if I want to us it. Points down a bit. Works fine, is NOS with a little shelf wear. Is it too big for the fender? Is it OK not to be level? What do you think?

 

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GenuineRides

Wore out three sets of tires already!

• Jan 31, 2015

• #2

nah, too long front to back, Delta makes one similar that is shorter, if you want to keep that flying style, I think it's called a Wren

 

Euphman06

Cruisin' on my Bluebird

• Jan 31, 2015

• #3

Since you're asking for opinion... I think it looks a bit weird on there, too crowded next to the beehive springer. Again, this is opinion, it's your bike so do what you want with it!

 

frankster41

I live for the CABE

• Jan 31, 2015

• #4

I would look for a better option. Just be patient and you will find one.

 

rollfaster

Riding a '38 Autocycle Deluxe

• Jan 31, 2015

• #5

Just not right. Try something shorter and stubby.

 

Evans200

I live for the CABE

In Memoriam

• Jan 31, 2015

• #6

Thanks guys. Looks like this light is heading for the Parts For Sale forum. I value your opinions and will look for something more suitable.

 

Z

ZOOK

Finally riding a big boys bike

• Jan 31, 2015

• #7

Thank you. since you asked and already have heard from the forum. Maybe better without it. Keep looking you'll find something.

 

Crazy8

I live for the CABE

• Jan 31, 2015

• #8

The only 2 lights that will look good on that bike are....

The Bat Wing ($400-$600)

Or the light that connects to the beehive bolt.

You might be able to get away with a Delta Rocket Ray though if you want to go the $100 range. However, once you drill those holes....

 

Evans200

I live for the CABE

In Memoriam

• Jan 31, 2015

• #9

Yes, those holes are permanent, lol. My first choice after the bat wing of course, was a Rocket Ray, but couldn't find one. So I bought the Darwin, and now regret it. So I'll be patient.

 

2jakes

Riding a '38 Autocycle Deluxe

• Jan 31, 2015

• #10

Evans200 said:

Can't afford a bat wing, so I bought this light. Not sure now if I want to us it. Points down a bit. Works fine, is NOS with a little shelf wear. Is it too big for the fender? Is it OK not to be level? What do you think?

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If you ride at night, keep it until you find a replacement.

This is what I attached on my Western Flyer until I found the correct light a year later.

Below is the original which I was lucky to find at an estate sale.
It needs work...but I will clean as needed & have it working...but not too
much otherwise it won't match the rest of the bike's "patina"...