Bulbs

[Boereseun]

Hi guys , i am fortunate to have bought my first TA a few days ago , i came across it by mistake, but i am sooooo grateful i did !!! I was origanally looking at the BMWs but came across this awesome machine ( i ll post photo s soon !!! ) .

The only fault with the motorcycle, is that both the brake light bulb and front bulbs have blown , i am considering replacing them myself but it does look rather involved - especially the front one.

Is it possible to replace those bulbs myself ?

[alpslapper]

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TA Headlamp bulb

[Raven]

Hi guys , i am fortunate to have bought my first TA a few days ago , i came across it by mistake, but i am sooooo grateful i did !!! I was origanally looking at the BMWs but came across this awesome machine ( i ll post photo s soon !!! ) .

The only fault with the motorcycle, is that both the brake light bulb and front bulbs have blown , i am considering replacing them myself but it does look rather involved - especially the front one.

Is it possible to replace those bulbs myself ?

Hello and welcome to the forum . And may I congratulate sir on his choice of motor bicycle . Looking forward to the pics .

" Is it possible to replace those bulbs myself ?"
Anything is possible if you put your mind to it . Here's how to change the headlight blub:

[FatFergie]

Is it possible to replace those bulbs myself ?

Of course it is and it's a great way to get to know your bike and feel more confident about fixing things "on the road". You didn't say which model?

And welcome to the site BTW.

[Boereseun]

Hi guys thanks for the quick response, !! i bought the Transalp 650, 2004 model with 45 000km on the clock. It s in great condition and for my first bike its really great to ride ! I am sure i dont need to mention that to you guys , i ll post the pictures soon - ( with the new bulbs in !! )

[raymo]

Hi guys thanks for the quick response, !! i bought the Transalp 650, 2004 model with 45 000km on the clock. It s in great condition and for my first bike its really great to ride ! I am sure i dont need to mention that to you guys , i ll post the pictures soon - ( with the new bulbs in !! )

replace the rear with an led one.. it will never fail then

and is more secure, as its the one you dont always notice when it first goes

oh and welcome

r

[Palmer]

I stuck a "80%" brighter and "10%" more blue bulb in the front of mine the other day, wouldn't really want a bulb to go at the side of the road but least i now know how to do it.

Must say i wasn't sure about how good the bulbs would be so i stayed out till dark last night and they really are much better!

[Lutin]

Boereseun

Welcome to the mad house - if it hasn't been said already. Getting you hands dirty with your new bike - that's what we want to hear.

Palmer, what make is the new bulb you have just fitted??

[StumpyFingers]

I changed my rear light unit for a LED unit, as the bulbs are capless and not sold in the normal garages.
Welcome to the site and one of the best bikes around.

[steveR]

I stuck a "80%" brighter and "10%" more blue bulb in the front of mine the other day, wouldn't really want a bulb to go at the side of the road but least i now know how to do it.

Must say i wasn't sure about how good the bulbs would be so i stayed out till dark last night and they really are much better!

Is that one of the Philips ones? I popped one at the w/e (hence my asking for advice on installation) Not too sure it is much better really. I can feel a spot is needed...