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Amber lenses on Suzuki aux lights?

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#1 ·
Before I look into aftermarket lights I'd like to know if suzuki or another company offer amber lenses for the oem lights that come standard on the lower engine crash bars? Has anyone successfully applied a film or other solution? My main goal is visibility to others on the road.
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If not I would be looking to replace the lights on my xt if you have experience & recommendations for lights/mounting solution that work well in this location.
 
#2 ·
I have applied a yellow film to aftermarket lights and other drivers really notice.

Otherwise Kewig K10 lights on Amazon are a good kit with quality wiring etc for about $99. Yellow fog and white driving lights with just a second tap on the switch. Different beam patterns for the 2 colors. I bought a second pair for my DR650 after buying for DL800.
 
#3 ·
Thanks, The kewig lights look like a nice compact kit.

How does the film hold up over time? Looks like I can get a sheet that could be used to cover both lights or various precut pieces for a reasonable price.
 
#4 ·
I bought good quality yellow film on Amazon for about $16 roll. It can be hit with a heat gun or hair dryer for a snug fit and it has held up great for a few years. I think it looks factory.
 
#6 ·
I've used an aftermarket yellow lens film on my GL1800's OEM lights and they show up real well and lasted fine. On my 2020 1050XT, I have Denali driving lights which came with clear lenses. They also offer yellow and orange lenses. Changing lenses requires removing with a 2.5 mm allen wrench (and not losing) 4 small screws to change each lens. In the dark, on the side of the road, that's not going to happen. I didn't want to have to deal with all that if I if I found myself needing to ride at night, and knew I wouldn't bother if it was not going to be a long night ride. To get around that, I used narrow straps of velcro on the colored lenses and the Denali light frame. The velcro is hidden and can’t be seen when the lens is on. It takes about 2 seconds to slide the screwdriver blade of my pocket knife in there to pop them off. When I am riding daylight the next day, I stick them on again. Works great.