Let me start by saying I know that bikers, unlike Canadians, aren’t actually afraid of the dark. I trust your ability to navigate through the night and I would never question the bravery of a man who pairs a forked beard with a leather vest. However, dark roads present motorcyclists with an unique set of problems.
One of these problems is that motorcycles are smaller than cars and have fewer lights and reflective items than cars. This makes motorcycles a lot less visible to other motorists, especially when those motorists are distracted or don’t know what they are looking at when you cross in front of them. Hampered visibility can be dangerous, especially when night time also means that there are a lot of drowsy drivers on the road.
One solution is to tag your motorcycle up with reflective tape and shiny red bumper reflectors like those that are found on your standard 7 speed bicycle. Unfortunately, when daylight comes, the appeal of reflectors falls short due to the unpleasant aesthetic effect that a bunch of shiny tape has on your custom paint job. So, what options are you left with?
The men at Lunasee have recently released a line of side lighting safety systems that answer the safety and aesthetic demands of just about every rider. Released in two models, the Lunasee 320 and the Lunasee Pro 1000, this line of hi-viz wheel lighting systems significantly improves low-light driving safety as it increases the visibility of your bike and provides you with an easily identifiable signature that will quickly let other motorists know that you are on a motorcycle. Also, the wheel lighting does not depend on the headlights of other vehicles like most other reflective components.
The Lunasee 320
This version comes with an 80mA Quad LEDpod package consisting of four super bright 5mm LEDs per Quad LEDpod package which are backed by a 1 Year LED warranty. Also included are Cage Clamp Connectors to hook directly to power, drawing only 0.15 amps, universal mounting hardware and components. LunaGLO rim tape is now sold separately. The 320 (MSRP $109.95) provides a lower price point and is perfect for those motorcyclists who may not ride as frequently at night.
The Lunasee Pro 1000
With a 1-Watt High Power LEDpod package (3X power of 320 system) that provides it with max brightness that is backed by a Lifetime LED warranty, this system is the one to pick if you frequently find yourself riding at night. The kit includes a controller which only draws 0.4 amps of power and regulates current to the 1-Watt High Power LEDs for maximum efficiency and superior brightness. Universal mounting hardware and components are also included. The Pro 1000 (MSRP $159.95) is perfect for those motorcyclists who ride frequently at night and want the brightest, longest lasting, and most visible system on the market.
Make the Dark Come to Light
Both of these systems allow you to appear unmistakably as a motorcycle, even from a distance. This unique combination of active light in the form of distinct and continuous rings is truly a breakthrough in improving visibility and awareness in other motorists. Drivers know immediately what and where you are— significantly diminishing the chances of surprises and accidents.
This safety lighting system is made to be both practical and sleek enough that all of your safety and aesthetic needs are met. While nearly invisible during the day, the wheel lighting will keep you safe and add a little style to your night look.
One Thing to Remember
While this product stood out to me, there are many similar products that perform the same task. The main concern for all of us at Christensen & Hymas is that you are safely enjoying your time on the road. If you ever need our help or advice, please feel free to contact us at 801.506.0800. Until then, check out Lunasee’s products and don’t let yourself ride in fear of the dark.