LED Driving lamps?

[MC Bodge]

With an eye on the up-coming winter months, I'm considering my lighting. I've improved the headlamp performance of my Street Triple, but I would be interested in some small lamps to give a broader spread of near light for cornering.

LEDs are the obvious choice for small size and low power draw.

Are fork-mounts (possibly using the front mudguard mounting holes) a good idea?

I'm not thinking about rugged looking 'Adventure' or dual-sport lamps, I'm thinking about function on a more 'sports'-orientated bike that is used on dark back roads.

Does anybody have any experience of these?

Edited by MC Bodge on Tuesday 16th September 22:30

[MC Bodge]

I'm happy with the headlamp throw, it is the side/ cornering I'm interested in.

I don't want to fit HIDs to the headlamps, as they do often dazzle, in real life, even in OEM fitments.

[MC Bodge]

jhoneyball said:

better to go for some low down extra lights -- the pattern shape of the lower lights and the main lighting will help you be seen

...but this is not what I am asking for.

For cornering vision, I'm now thinking that fork leg mounted, ie. not moving up/down with the wheel, might be best, although it may not be pretty.

[MC Bodge]

Having test ridden the upgraded headlamps on the dark lanes tonight, there is actually no need at all for any cornering lights. The main beam throw is also very, very good.