Well, I just pulled the trigger on a set of Darla's for the Spyder... I had seen this thread and thought it was bike specific (FJRs only) so didn't even think of asking if I could get in on it too. Sent a PM to Linc, he directed me to Lorett, when I pleaded gently she asked Glenn if it would be okay to join in today, and he said YES!! I had met Glenn at the IMS a couple of years ago thanks to SacMike so he knew me and my story so was kind enough to let me in on the deal even though I was a day late (but not a dollar short)!! Can't wait!!
Tyler, that's great the crew @ Clearwater worked with you today... April Fools notwithstanding!
You're going to like the Darlas on your Spyder, I'm sure the light spread should be pretty good with the wider stance of a CanAm.
Lets see maybe 2% of my driving time is at night.
I did the 2% scratch my head, make up my damn mind deal also. Decided 2% with 80% more light was worth it, especially living in the Pacific Northwet.
Also think I a little more noticeable during the day time.
Yeah, it's a really expensive upgrade that is pretty ridiculous when compared to normal driving lights! But unlike Dave, at least 30% of my driving is at night in the blackness of Midwest northern forest areas which pucker me up every time I ride to work and back. Enough close calls and I feel like I'm rolling the dice every time, especially in the spring when deer and forest rats are running around like Angry Birds on holiday!
I hate spending money, but WILL spend a lot of money if I know it's going to give me an edge in something (comfort with the DayLong saddle, safety with an AdMore light kit, etc.). It all comes down to what you need and where you ride. If you don't ride at night like 08FJR4ME, it's not nearly as high on the priority list as someone that commutes (me) or does long interstate trips with plenty of after dark hours.
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As of 4/01/13, the group buy is officially over...
As Tyler experienced above, Glenn and Lorett are pretty open and willing to do whatever they can to make their customers happy! That said, I'm going to ask for a little cooperation from the forum at large. Clearwater gave us a pretty big window of time to order in, so if you absolutely MUST have lights and for some reason haven't ordered yet, maybe
give them a call today. Otherwise, I would ask you not go
knocking on their proverbial door in 2 weeks asking if you can get the discount. That's all, I trust you guys and girls to be amazing as usual, just thought I'd bring that up as an official "soft closure" to this group buy.
By all means, post pics of your sets installed once you get them hooked up! I don't think anyone would mind seeing more pics of our bikes... with lights!
Again, you have truly been a great group of people to work with... it's been my pleasure!
Abraham