One of the problems I have found with the RT is that I have the 49 litre top box for the bike and when it is fitted it masks the brake light and anybody sitting high up i.e. trucks or cars that are sitting on your tail can't see the light.
I asked at the BMW dealer and because of the CanBus system on thebike, which is a single cable electrical system, I am told that I can' tadd extra brake lights to help me be seen.
I noticed that CycleGadets offered Hyperlights for the CanBus equipped BMW bikes and so I have ordered a set to see how they work. I will post some photos of them in operation when the arrive.
Whilst placing an order I also ordered some PIAA driving lights (1100x) along with to increase the lighting at the fron to of the bike and make me more noticable from the front. I have read in the BMW Owners Magazine that some research has been done that found that having a 3 light triangle, headlight plus two driving lights, makes you 60% more visible for some reason.
Again I will post some photos when I get them installed.
It's good that you really worked your way into finding a means of being seen by others behind you. Just goes to show you are aware of your driving safety.
Posted by: Crystal Clear Headlights | February 07, 2012 at 12:37 AM