Replacing Bulb for 6.5" Lamp

[juderoberts]

Hello! I've had a 1981 XS400SH for 2 years, and just burned out the low beam filament.

Does anyone know where I can get a bulb the correct size? It seems most are designed for 7" lamps and mine is 6.5.

Thank you!

Jude

 

[HoughMade]

162mm or 6 3/8"

I went with this so I can use standard H4 bulbs.

http://store.candlepower.com/ca631quheleu.html

 

[OliverB]

The Candlepower replacement is an excellent choice if you want to keep the original headlight. Night vision is dramatically improved and the beam pattern is superior to the original lamp. I recommend a Sylvania SulverStar Ultra H4 bulb and switching out your tail/stop bulbs to LED versions to reduce strain on the charging system. It's a great combination. With the LEDs, your headlight no longer dims when the brakes are applied.