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Notsocrates 11-22-2021 04:10 PM

Golf Cart headlight at night
 
My 2011 Yamaha's headlights throw a narrow beam about 20 ft directly ahead which is inadequate for safe use. Because I cannot see the road border on the right, I do not use it at night. What can be done to broaden and extend the beam? and where can this be done?

dewilson58 11-22-2021 04:24 PM

Get a LED light bar installed.
$100 at TV Cart Shops.
Have them install an on/off switch.

Too many carts (& related idiot owners) drive with LED light bars on and blind people.
On new carts, unfortunately TV does not install switches without a request.
Please request.

metoo21 11-22-2021 04:29 PM

I've seen small LED bars mounted on the front of yamaha's below the fiberglass body. Look like they are mounted to the top of the black hump in front (muffler cover?). They seem to help light up the road and the boarders and not be blinding to others. Sure would like to know the brand and model of those lights.

TommyT 11-22-2021 04:34 PM

Oh great.... Another cart BLINDING on-coming traffic. Talk about unsafe !!!!! :ohdear:

JMintzer 11-22-2021 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by metoo21 (Post 2032562)
I've seen small LED bars mounted on the front of yamaha's below the fiberglass body. Look like they are mounted to the top of the black hump in front (muffler cover?). They seem to help light up the road and the boarders and not be blinding to others. Sure would like to know the brand and model of those lights.

I had those installed on my cart. They really help. The guy who installed them is a Villager, Ron 253-217-8917...

Extra Bright Led Light Bar | Talk of the Villages

metoo21 11-22-2021 05:01 PM

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metoo21 11-22-2021 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by TommyT (Post 2032564)
Oh great.... Another cart BLINDING on-coming traffic. Talk about unsafe !!!!! :ohdear:

If they are directed toward the ground 10 - 15 feet out how does that blind on-coming traffic? Or are you referring to those that have them pointed straight ahead trying to light up everything in their path?

I know there have been times that I wished the headlights also lit up more of the sides of the road.

dewilson58 11-22-2021 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by metoo21 (Post 2032572)
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the link states $45

CosmicTrucker 11-23-2021 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by metoo21 (Post 2032573)
If they are directed toward the ground 10 - 15 feet out how does that blind on-coming traffic? Or are you referring to those that have them pointed straight ahead trying to light up everything in their path?

I know there have been times that I wished the headlights also lit up more of the sides of the road.

Most led light bars are designed for off road use and have a non focused light pattern that Just spray light in all directions.

RoadToad 11-23-2021 07:10 AM

Replace ..
 
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Originally Posted by Notsocrates (Post 2032552)
My 2011 Yamaha's headlights throw a narrow beam about 20 ft directly ahead which is inadequate for safe use. Because I cannot see the road border on the right, I do not use it at night. What can be done to broaden and extend the beam? and where can this be done?

Get replacement units for the factory fender installed ones.
We love ours.
Amazon.com

Luggage 11-23-2021 07:28 AM

Well here's and idea for an enterprising person!!!

Petersweeney 11-23-2021 07:56 AM

This is how mad max started……

Dantes 11-23-2021 07:57 AM

One foot LED light bar on your bumper

CCristella 11-23-2021 08:09 AM

LED bar ,Village golf...works well

KYtoTV2021 11-23-2021 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Notsocrates (Post 2032552)
My 2011 Yamaha's headlights throw a narrow beam about 20 ft directly ahead which is inadequate for safe use. Because I cannot see the road border on the right, I do not use it at night. What can be done to broaden and extend the beam? and where can this be done?

We have a brand new (2022) Yamaha and I have the same issue with the headlights. I am uncomfortable traveling more than 10mph because the lights are focused just about 20' in front of the golf cart.

MandoMan 11-23-2021 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by metoo21 (Post 2032562)
I've seen small LED bars mounted on the front of yamaha's below the fiberglass body. Look like they are mounted to the top of the black hump in front (muffler cover?). They seem to help light up the road and the boarders and not be blinding to others. Sure would like to know the brand and model of those lights.

The LED turn signal lights from The Villages Golf Cart on my new EZgo are amazing. Big arrows front and back on the side mirrors and lots of blinking yellow lights along the sides. I wish my car had turn lights so visible. When driving a golf cart around here at night, apart from the headlights, being seen by drivers is crucial.

metoo21 11-23-2021 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by RoadToad (Post 2032700)
Get replacement units for the factory fender installed ones.
We love ours.
Amazon.com

My cart has already been updated to LED lights.

Baldbaron 11-23-2021 10:07 AM

Here's a bright idea!
 
Go on Amazon and look for "LED golf cart light kits." They run around $100 or so, and include tail lights/brake lights and turn signals as well as headlights that will fit your cart perfectly. Then go to the fellow who installed mine: Eric at Cart Clinic (352) 361-1019. He's fast, friendly and reasonable, and he can fix anything on any cart - probably right at your house.

midiwiz 11-23-2021 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by metoo21 (Post 2032573)
If they are directed toward the ground 10 - 15 feet out how does that blind on-coming traffic? Or are you referring to those that have them pointed straight ahead trying to light up everything in their path?

I know there have been times that I wished the headlights also lit up more of the sides of the road.

It's called radiant light

DaleDivine 11-23-2021 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RoadToad (Post 2032700)
Get replacement units for the factory fender installed ones.
We love ours.
Amazon.com

Yep. I installed these on my cart. Along with fog type driving lights which REALLY light up the cart paths.
Attachment 91639
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Mleeja 11-23-2021 01:32 PM

Add any type of additional lights you want. Just make sure they are aimed properly so oncoming drivers are not blinded. The other night we were driving down El Camino and was blinded by a golf cart and an oncoming car at the same time. Thank goodness district 2 cares enough to put stripes down the middle of the MMP.

dustyaljac 11-23-2021 07:38 PM

Your request is understandable. Many Carts come this way. HOWEVER, there seems to be many, many, thoughtless folks installing exceedingly brrillant, mis-aimed addtitions to their Carts, blinding oncoming traffic. Just the other day I was blinded while on the roadway, by a cart two lux under starring at the Sun. I despise any regulations, but let's get Real With your needs to see a thousand yards ahead. Afterall, The VI'll ages have worked hard to reflective outline MMPS.

bigriger 11-23-2021 07:53 PM

You may try adjusting the stock headlights, it requires a small phillip's screwdriver. The adjustment screw is located in the center of the headlight assembly. Make sure the front tires are turned to allow easier access.

Topspinmo 11-24-2021 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Notsocrates (Post 2032552)
My 2011 Yamaha's headlights throw a narrow beam about 20 ft directly ahead which is inadequate for safe use. Because I cannot see the road border on the right, I do not use it at night. What can be done to broaden and extend the beam? and where can this be done?

Yes, add the locomotive led lights that blind everybody coming at you, even vehicles on road adjacent to cart path.

kcrazorbackfan 11-24-2021 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dustyaljac (Post 2032987)
Your request is understandable. Many Carts come this way. HOWEVER, there seems to be many, many, thoughtless folks installing exceedingly brrillant, mis-aimed addtitions to their Carts, blinding oncoming traffic. Just the other day I was blinded while on the roadway, by a cart two lux under starring at the Sun. I despise any regulations, but let's get Real With your needs to see a thousand yards ahead. Afterall, The VI'll ages have worked hard to reflective outline MMPS.

Which MMP’s have the put on reflective outlines? I wouldn’t trade my spot of paradise down south for any of you northerners places and our MMP’s are pretty dark down here. That’s why my light bar will show a thousand yards (yeah, right) ahead.

To each, their own……

Topspinmo 11-24-2021 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan (Post 2033072)
Which MMP’s have the put on reflective outlines? I wouldn’t trade my spot of paradise down south for any of you northerners places and our MMP’s are pretty dark down here. That’s why my light bar will show a thousand yards (yeah, right) ahead.

To each, their own……


You’re light bar blinds on coming traffic, but it’s about me right.

kcrazorbackfan 11-25-2021 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2033098)
You’re light bar blinds on coming traffic, but it’s about me right.

Actually, it’s your, not you’re.

No, it’s really about not running over people that wear black clothing or no lights/reflective strips while walking the MMP’s when it’s dark.

Topspinmo 11-25-2021 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan (Post 2033783)
Actually, it’s your, not you’re.

No, it’s really about not running over people that wear black clothing or no lights/reflective strips while walking the MMP’s when it’s dark.


Actually I do five u dime.

Topspinmo 11-25-2021 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by DaleDivine (Post 2032868)
Yep. I installed these on my cart. Along with fog type driving lights which REALLY light up the cart paths.
Attachment 91639
:ho::bigbow:


Why would you need those with all the led lights?
But, agree better than the barge lights.


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