I like the stock turn indicators

675r4me · 12-10-12, 22:00

Just wondered why so many people change their turn indicators to "flush-mounts" or Rizomas, or others. I kind of think Triumph did a pretty fantastic job on our stock units. In my mind it would be one of the last upgrades, if you could call it that. I know when I ride with my buddies (mostly gsxr 1000's, bmw s1000 rr's, etc), they have "upgraded" their signals and they basically suck--that is you can't see the indicators if they are on unless you look real hard.

I know that there are some premium vendors on this forum that sell some nice replacements, but I am I wrong to assume that most people are replacing their stock units are doing so because of damage done by low siding, or tipping over?

I guess my mods are almost always performance oriented, maybe I need to look at my bikes a bit harder?? I must confess that I don't really look at the 675 as a cosmetic goodie, its more of a tool in my mind.

Anyway, just wondering,

Mark

Chrisbell42 · 12-10-12, 22:21

I agree with you as well. I think the stock ones are perfectly fine but I wouldn't mind grabbing a pair of these. All about looks!

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stickem189 · 12-10-12, 23:11

I agree. I have leds in the back because of the FE I have. I wouldnt mind some smaller front signals and if a pair of flush mounts were gifted to me I would use them but i wont drop the money on them myself.

Nastybutler · 12-11-12, 01:46

I upgraded mine for the simple fact that it seemed odd to me to have an LED tail light with integrated blinkers on the rear with incandescent signals up front. Plus it helps differentiate my bike from stock that much more. And that's what I'm going for.

Scottyyy · 12-11-12, 12:07

I really like the stock signals too. When I bought my bike, it had really crappy aftermarket signals because the guy before me crashed the bike and didn't go back to the OEM route. I'm actually putting my bike back to stock and getting away from the crappy cheap Cycle Gear turn signals on my bike. Yeah the aftermarket ones are smaller...but less visible too for me. I think the stock signals look great and wouldn't have changed them if I had bought a fully stock machine.

faheygf87 · 12-11-12, 12:36

I personally hated to look of the OEM indicators, they look out of place. Watsens seem much brighter and easier to see, although thats only from the riders POV, i have no idea how they look to other motorists.

Smoke · 12-11-12, 13:38

Can't argue against the Watsens... if you're patient

Chrisbell42 · 12-11-12, 23:50

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Originally Posted by Smoke

Can't argue against the Watsens... if you're patient

Just order and forget and it's like a early birthday present ... From yourself.

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Hot.Damn. · 12-13-12, 00:46

The stock bubble turn signals on the older years like my 06 are horrible looking, they just don't match the lines of the bike. The triumph LED signals though look amazing though!

daleCarlsbad · 12-15-12, 13:44

The Watsens are THE way to go. Super bright.

I was happy with OEM.....until I installed the Watsens on the wife's bike (see below), then ordered a set for mine.

12-10-12, 22:00	#1
675r4me Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 297	I like the stock turn indicators Just wondered why so many people change their turn indicators to "flush-mounts" or Rizomas, or others. I kind of think Triumph did a pretty fantastic job on our stock units. In my mind it would be one of the last upgrades, if you could call it that. I know when I ride with my buddies (mostly gsxr 1000's, bmw s1000 rr's, etc), they have "upgraded" their signals and they basically suck--that is you can't see the indicators if they are on unless you look real hard. I know that there are some premium vendors on this forum that sell some nice replacements, but I am I wrong to assume that most people are replacing their stock units are doing so because of damage done by low siding, or tipping over? I guess my mods are almost always performance oriented, maybe I need to look at my bikes a bit harder?? I must confess that I don't really look at the 675 as a cosmetic goodie, its more of a tool in my mind. Anyway, just wondering, Mark __________________ So many bikes, so little time.....
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12-10-12, 22:21	#2
Chrisbell42 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Chattanooga Posts: 78	I agree with you as well. I think the stock ones are perfectly fine but I wouldn't mind grabbing a pair of these. All about looks! Sent from my iPhone using Motorcycle.com Free App
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12-10-12, 23:11	#3
stickem189 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 453	I agree. I have leds in the back because of the FE I have. I wouldnt mind some smaller front signals and if a pair of flush mounts were gifted to me I would use them but i wont drop the money on them myself.
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12-11-12, 01:46	#4
Nastybutler Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Tundra Town Posts: 1,162	I upgraded mine for the simple fact that it seemed odd to me to have an LED tail light with integrated blinkers on the rear with incandescent signals up front. Plus it helps differentiate my bike from stock that much more. And that's what I'm going for. __________________ 2012 Street Triple - Phantom Black (Trinity) Trinity's Mod Thread
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12-11-12, 12:07	#5
Scottyyy Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 297	I really like the stock signals too. When I bought my bike, it had really crappy aftermarket signals because the guy before me crashed the bike and didn't go back to the OEM route. I'm actually putting my bike back to stock and getting away from the crappy cheap Cycle Gear turn signals on my bike. Yeah the aftermarket ones are smaller...but less visible too for me. I think the stock signals look great and wouldn't have changed them if I had bought a fully stock machine.
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12-11-12, 12:36	#6
faheygf87 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,953	I personally hated to look of the OEM indicators, they look out of place. Watsens seem much brighter and easier to see, although thats only from the riders POV, i have no idea how they look to other motorists. __________________ 3>4? Thats right, you heard me. 07 Graphite D675: Full Ti Remus exhaust, Full Arrow/Remus Hybrid tune, Rizoma Sportlines/Bar ends/ Fluid Tanks, ASV Shorty Levers, CF Infill Panels, CF tank pad, CF heat shield, CF Front fender, CF lower chain guard, CA integrated light, Watsens 10LED front indicator, Gel Seats front and back, CW fender eliminator.
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12-11-12, 13:38	#7
Smoke Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: France Posts: 3,316	Can't argue against the Watsens... if you're patient __________________ The slower you move, the more dangerous your bike is... I'll let you work out the conclusion from there If you find wearing proper gear's too hot, you're just not fast enough ! Dual Desert Eagle EBB ? MER IL ET FOU ! Viendez nolifer avec nous sur le salon #Airsoft sur IRC ! Et jouer avec Ploubalairsoft entre le 22 et le 35
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Hot.Damn. Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Wildomar Posts: 49	The stock bubble turn signals on the older years like my 06 are horrible looking, they just don't match the lines of the bike. The triumph LED signals though look amazing though! __________________ 2006 Daytona 675 Scorched Yellow 2008 Ninja 250R Ebony Black
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12-15-12, 13:44	#10
daleCarlsbad Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 639	The Watsens are THE way to go. Super bright. I was happy with OEM.....until I installed the Watsens on the wife's bike (see below), then ordered a set for mine. __________________ Currently in the garage: Daytona 675 2006 (2 each) Bonneville 904cc 2003 KTM XC-W 250 2009 Honda CRF 230 2008 Husky TE-250 2010
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