clearwater LIGHTS Darla LED Light Kit Installation Guide
- June 8, 2024
- clearwater LIGHTS
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clearwater LIGHTS Darla LED Light Kit Installation Guide
Clearwater Lights Parts List
Please be sure to read our instructions thoroughly before attempting installation.
- Check Parts list below with your kit to be sure all parts have arrived. If something is missing, please call us at 916-852-7029.
About Our Lights, General Tips
Darla Technical:
Clearwater Lights are very bright LED auxiliary lights. Do not use these with
oncoming traffic present unless the dimmer is turned down all the way. Darla
lights are designed as off road only light’s due to the powerful light output
and specific beam pattern they boast. The wide circular pattern is very useful
on mountain roads when on a motorcycle, as it keeps light on the road and in
the tree canopy. As the bike leans, lights are still focused on the road. Be
certain to use the lights in a manner that does not blind oncoming traffic.
Darla can also be used in a “low” beam mode and a “high” beam mode. The factory handlebar high beam switch is used to select the two different Darla modes.
Darla output is about 2,400+ lumens each light while only using 24 watts of power. Darla lights are easy to install and have many, many uses.
Installation Tips:
There are two main parts to the installation of your new Clearwater Lights.
The mechanical portion, and the electrical portion. With this manual, we will
go over the basics of both which should allow you to get your lights up and
running. For more information please visit our website at:
www.clearwaterlights.com
Note: Motorcycle engine needs to be running before the lights will function.
Installation Overview
Please take a moment to review this wiring diagram before you start installation. Ensure you have all of the components ready for installation.
If you have questions, please call us at 916-852-7029 or email us at sales@clearwaterlights.com.
Bike Preparation and Disassembly
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First, ensure the the motorcycle is parked on hard, flat pavement or concrete so that the bike will be stable during installation. Utilize a center stand if possible.
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Removal of the headlight surround cover is required for the installation of Clearwater Lights. The headlight cover is held by four rubber plugs and can be removed by pulling straight forward.
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The skid plate and its (6) T40 Torx screws must be removed. Be careful not to touch the battery terminals with the skid plate!
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Disconnect the negative terminal front the battery first, then the positive.
Wiring – Installing the Harness & Jumper -
We recommend the Clearwater Lights harness be installed and fastened towards the front of the bike under the front faring. Use the supplied zip ties to secure in place.
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Unplug the headlight connector from the back of the headlight. Plug the supplied Clearwater Lights headlight jumper into the back of the headlight. Plug the OEM headlight connector into the Clearwater Lights jumper. The jumper acts as a pass through
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The white wire that comes off of the headlight jumper is the highbeam signal wire. The red wire fromm the headlight jumper is the switched hot signal wire.m These wires should be Posi-Locked to their matching thin colored wires on the harness. The second white wire from the harness is for the optional horn feature which will turn the Clearwater Lights to 100% when the horn is pressed. Use the supplied Posi-Tap to tap into the 12V+ horn wire.
Reference the wiring diagram on page 3 for a visual representation of these instructions and for the system’s overview.
Switched Hot, High Beam, Horn Functions -
Mount the dimmer box on the handlebars as shown in the photo here. Use the supplied ‘L’ bracket to position the dimmer in a comfortable orientation. The wire from the dimmer should be routed to the Clearwater Lights harness and plugged into the mating green connector.
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Route the power wires from the Clearwater Lights harness down to the battery. Use the supplied zip tie pull tool to pull the power wires through the tight spaces. Ensure the fuse and fuse holder are attached to the positive (red) power wire. However, do not connect to the battery until installation is complete.
Mounting the Lights
- Follow the exploded diagrams below for mounting and assembly of your Clearwater Lights. Pro Tip: A dab of loctite is a good idea.
Alignment / Grommet Precaution
Aligning The Lights :
Clearwater Lights are designed as auxiliary lights, adjustment is up to the
user depending on their needs. Ask an assistant to help you with this
procedure. Make sure the bike is on level ground and have an assistant sit on
the bike. We have found that levelling the lights works well to limit glare
for oncoming traffic while maintaining optimal light projection. You may find
that a slight downward angle (a couple degrees) is helpful.
Do Not Kink The Grommet
To maintain the integrity of the mwater sealling grommet, do not kink, deform
or put pressure on the grommet when dressing the wires during install of
Final Steps
After levelling the lights, ensuring wire routing is done safely, and connecting the power wires (positive on first) and fuse to the battery, start the bike to test the lights. All steps are complete. Congratulations, you have completed your Clearwater Lights installation!
Thank you for purchasing your Clearwater Lights. We hope this product will
help make you a safer rider. Please feel free to send us comments or
suggestions at any time. We learn from you. Visit our website for more
exciting products to help you see better at night.
Ride safe!
Sincerely,
Glenn and the team at Clearwater.
The Clearwater Company – 11305 Sunrise Gold Circle. Suite D Rancho Cordova. CA 95742 ‘hone: 916-852-7029 1 Fax: 916-852-9410 I wiw.clefuwaterfights.com Revised 10/2EV21
