Rear turn signal lenses

b.miller123 · February 25th, 2014, 01:26 PM

I know that these were cheap and common to get years ago, then became pretty rare for a while there. They are popping back up on ebay now, and even the amber ones are around. Though it looks like the amber listing is from an estate sale, so they are probably limited quantity and are still not being manufactured.

For some reason the amber ones were the first to disappear, but the colored and tinted ones stayed around. The amber were probably the most popular.

Tinted ones:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/191035629514...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Clear ones:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/350950039264...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Amber:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/141188226936...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

ACL 9000 · February 25th, 2014, 04:21 PM

Awesome! Thanks for posting this. I had been searching for amber lenses a while ago and found none.

Now I can pawn my clear ones off on somebody else rather than paint them, or whatever annoying thing I'd have had to do.

b.miller123 · February 25th, 2014, 05:50 PM

This guy used some amber model tint on his proton turn signals (which are absolutely awesome signals btw):
http://www.speedysgarage.net/hondacb...lushmounts.htm

Seems like you could do the same to something like the clear lenses. I had actually considered it for a while. The listings for the clear ones have been up for a long time. Its funny that they show a picture of the amber ones, but the listing title says clear (as does the part number when you google it).

kg4kpg · February 28th, 2014, 05:39 PM

Great links, thanks for sharing. I bought a set of the tinted. SC doesn't even require turn signals so it won't be an issue if I move them to the rear.

b.miller123 · March 6th, 2014, 03:20 PM

I got the tinted and amber ones in the mail the other day. Both look like good quality. The amber ones were in a retail package, and the tinted ones were just in a bag. They both had the same sticker on the packaging, so I'm guessing they are probably all made in the same place.

N-m · April 29th, 2014, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b.miller123

Amber:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/141188226936...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

FYI. I just bought a set of amber lenses from this Ebay seller. Shipping was fast and lenses were new in retail packaging.

Thanks for the link.

CZroe · May 12th, 2014, 12:30 PM

Nice! I gave @papawhellie one of my smoke sets thinking that I'd just order more from D2moto.com for $6 and then they suddenly disappeared.

Singh2jz · May 14th, 2014, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b.miller123

I got the tinted and amber ones in the mail the other day. Both look like good quality. The amber ones were in a retail package, and the tinted ones were just in a bag. They both had the same sticker on the packaging, so I'm guessing they are probably all made in the same place.

Thanks for the links. I gave up and just bought the amber ones and they look legit!

CZroe · May 14th, 2014, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Singh2jz

Thanks for the links. I gave up and just bought the amber ones and they look legit!

Planning on integrating those turn signals?

That kit had strange sockets and I wonder if it still does. It required bulbs with offset pins on the base (one pin higher than the other) like the dual-filament 1157 bulbs but only had contacts for a single filament. I got replacement pigtails with dual contacts to convert the base from BAY15S to BA15D for dual-filament bulbs.

Singh2jz · May 14th, 2014, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

Planning on integrating those turn signals?

That kit had strange sockets and I wonder if it still does. It required bulbs with offset pins on the base (one pin higher than the other) like the dual-filament 1157 bulbs but only had contacts for a single filament. I got replacement pigtails with dual contacts to convert the base from BAY15S to BA15D for dual-filament bulbs.

They're already integrated. I just haven't taken off the old signals yet lol.

Yea, I was really confused when I was trying to put the bulbs in there. I had some extra ones that fit so its all good!

b.miller123 · May 15th, 2014, 09:22 AM

When I put mine in I didn't have to use their sockets because I had already put my turn signals into the side pods with the red lenses. I just took apart the OEM turn signal housings and used the bulbs and sockets from those with some silicone to seal and hold everything. Doesn't look pretty from the inside, but nobody will see that.

N-m · August 2nd, 2014, 11:16 AM

I installed the lenses. They look great. I have the bulbs but have not tried to do anything further yet. After looking at these pics and reading comments about rain going up your back when riding in inclement weather I believe I will keep the rear fender and eliminate only the turn signal stalks. I need to find a way to fill the holes from the factory turn signals.

JpSavage96 · August 2nd, 2014, 06:35 PM

Hi, I'm new here but I found this post looking for new tail lights. I love my bike, it's a 2005 pregen in black and green. Already eliminated the rear fender, now I want new tail lights. Only thing is all I can find anywhere are the side pods. Anyone seen any clear or smoked center brake lenses?

N-m · August 4th, 2014, 02:29 PM

I have bulbs that are 1156LL. These are not the right OD and are not the staggered pins. Can someone tell me what bulb would work in the supplied pig tails?

Thanks.

Kruse08 · August 4th, 2014, 03:45 PM

When I purchased this kit I went out and bought new sockets from autozone as I did not want to chase down a buld that would fit. The new sockets allowed me to use the bulb I already had. It was a 5-10$ purchase for the new sockets.

N-m · August 4th, 2014, 05:09 PM

Got any info on the new sockets so I don't have to chase those down?

Kruse08 · August 4th, 2014, 05:32 PM

I took my bulb into autozone and just got te socket that fit tht bulb, there really is not many sockets to choose from. Sorry I do not remember which one is was.

JpSavage96 · August 4th, 2014, 07:53 PM

What about the lenses? It's easy to find clear/smoked turn signal lenses but not the main brake light lense... Any suggestions?

Kruse08 · August 5th, 2014, 04:30 AM

I am not sure but I found mine on ebay. I have the amber lenses and actually looking to sell them as I do not need them anymore. I am not sure about finding a different center light. You will just need to look and wait.

ninja2007 · August 5th, 2014, 03:07 PM

What all is involved in installing the lenses?

Zach

Kruse08 · August 5th, 2014, 03:09 PM

Very simple to install, remove old lenses, wire in sockets and use a silicon to hold the sockets in place, add light bulbs, add new covers and test them.

N-m · August 5th, 2014, 08:32 PM

The side lens itself is a single screw. Very simple.

CZroe · August 20th, 2014, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N-m

I have bulbs that are 1156LL. These are not the right OD and are not the staggered pins. Can someone tell me what bulb would work in the supplied pig tails?

Thanks.

You'd need a bulb for a BAY15S socket but they practically don't exist. You can change the socket to a BA15D for a standard 1156 dual-filament bulb with a simple pigtail kit (replaces wafer on the bottom with one that has two contacts). I ordered some from eBay for dirt cheap and probably have extra if you want some. I saw them on Autozone's website too.

mattes022 · June 5th, 2015, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JpSavage96

What about the lenses? It's easy to find clear/smoked turn signal lenses but not the main brake light lense... Any suggestions?

http://www.xdcycle.com/discount-moto...ht-Lenses.html

InvisiBill · June 6th, 2015, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

You'd need a bulb for a BAY15S socket but they practically don't exist. You can change the socket to a BA15D for a standard 1156 dual-filament bulb with a simple pigtail kit (replaces wafer on the bottom with one that has two contacts). I ordered some from eBay for dirt cheap and probably have extra if you want some. I saw them on Autozone's website too.

Just to avoid possible future confusion, BAY15S is a single filament socket and BAY15D is dual filament. Both have offset pins. BA15S and BA15D are the versions with the pins in-line.

(From http://www.donsbulbs.com/cgi-bin/r/t...cket.base.html)

1156 bulbs are BA15S (single filament, aligned pins). 1157 bulbs are BAY15D (dual filament, offset pins).

CZroe · June 6th, 2015, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattes022

http://www.xdcycle.com/discount-moto...ht-Lenses.html

Welcome!

Quote:

Originally Posted by InvisiBill

Just to avoid possible future confusion, BAY15S is a single filament socket and BAY15D is dual filament. Both have offset pins. BA15S and BA15D are the versions with the pins in-line.

(From http://www.donsbulbs.com/cgi-bin/r/t...cket.base.html)

1156 bulbs are BA15S (single filament, aligned pins). 1157 bulbs are BAY15D (dual filament, offset pins).

Thanks. I'd correct some things if the forum didn't disable the edit function for old posts.

I did convert from BAY15S to BAY15D with the pigtails to fit 1157 dual filament, offset pin bulbs.

Ghostt · June 7th, 2015, 02:22 AM

I have done the modification but finally went with clear lens, as it went better with SERENITY color scheme.

I did use 80w amber CREE LEDs, which are bright, even in direct sunlight, which some lesser LEDs have issues.

I also used the same type or CREE LEDs but in 1157 for the brake light.

johnjohn · October 1st, 2015, 06:16 AM

Looks good for that model but does anyone have info for the 250 zzr rear lenses. Even amber replacement plastic lenses without the hardware. Anybody parting them. Give a shout as I have a 2001 that i would like to convert. Thanks

Ghostt · October 1st, 2015, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnjohn

Looks good for that model but does anyone have info for the 250 zzr rear lenses. Even amber replacement plastic lenses without the hardware. Anybody parting them. Give a shout as I have a 2001 that i would like to convert. Thanks

If I remember doesn't the ZZR250 have a different taillight from the Ninjette?

Pictures?

johnjohn · October 1st, 2015, 04:40 PM

All Ninjettes but different... Yes, need a set.

Ghostt · October 1st, 2015, 09:37 PM

@johnjohn

Which kind do you have?
Part of the rear fairing?

Or part of the rear fender?

johnjohn · October 2nd, 2015, 05:13 AM

Painted over bottom ones

Ghostt · October 2nd, 2015, 05:35 AM

Then you need to find ones from the other model, I did a search on eBay and came up with nothing.

If you have a motorcycle salvage yard around, you could try them maybe, or order from Kawasaki.

choneofakind · October 2nd, 2015, 05:43 AM

I read somewhere that the pod lenses in the fairing are just amber lenses that were painted over at the factory. I saw a write up somewhere where someone stripped the paint off to get the amber lens.

The socket is still in the tail, right?

johnjohn · October 2nd, 2015, 05:53 AM

No socket, will need to be punched out and one installed plus wiring. Not a big deal but new lenses are elusive! Worried about removing paint on original and having a mess with the plastic.

Ghostt · October 2nd, 2015, 06:02 AM

I think the ZZR600 uses the same brake light, so maybe it also uses the same turn signal amber lens.

Go to the dealership, they might be able to order the amber ones, and sockets.

Ghostt · October 2nd, 2015, 06:14 AM

I've always liked the looks, and design of the ZZR250, to bad it was never offered in the states.

It was good enough for the bride.

choneofakind · October 2nd, 2015, 06:15 AM

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/archive...hts-relocation

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/archive...rn-signals-WTB

http://forums.ninja250.org/posting.p...&t=15129&tro=1

http://forums.ninja250.org/viewtopic.php?p=75972

Looks like you just use some softer paint stripper and then polish the lenses to make them glossy again. One tip that might work for buffing polishing is one that I watched for restoring headlights. Wet sand to clean up, then hit with a UV proof clear paint to protect them.

Link to original page on YouTube.

johnjohn · October 2nd, 2015, 07:11 AM

Thought that to about the 600 , similar but larger. No joy there. Thanks for the links guys.

February 25th, 2014, 01:26 PM	#1
b.miller123 ninjette.org member Name: Brett Location: Everett, WA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1998 Ninja 250 2007 Yamaha R6 2003 Honda RC51... sold :( Posts: 205	Rear turn signal lenses I know that these were cheap and common to get years ago, then became pretty rare for a while there. They are popping back up on ebay now, and even the amber ones are around. Though it looks like the amber listing is from an estate sale, so they are probably limited quantity and are still not being manufactured. For some reason the amber ones were the first to disappear, but the colored and tinted ones stayed around. The amber were probably the most popular. Tinted ones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/191035629514...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Clear ones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/350950039264...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Amber: http://www.ebay.com/itm/141188226936...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

October 1st, 2015, 09:37 PM	#31
Ghostt in your machine Name: Scott Location: Summer Shade, Ky. Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 25 MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15	@johnjohn Which kind do you have? Part of the rear fairing? Or part of the rear fender? __________________________________________________ *violente et ignorantia* ZX-2R BLOG *Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott* *I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform.*

October 2nd, 2015, 05:35 AM	#33
Ghostt in your machine Name: Scott Location: Summer Shade, Ky. Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 25 MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15	Then you need to find ones from the other model, I did a search on eBay and came up with nothing. If you have a motorcycle salvage yard around, you could try them maybe, or order from Kawasaki. __________________________________________________ *violente et ignorantia* ZX-2R BLOG *Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott* *I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform.*

October 2nd, 2015, 06:02 AM	#36
Ghostt in your machine Name: Scott Location: Summer Shade, Ky. Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 25 MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15	I think the ZZR600 uses the same brake light, so maybe it also uses the same turn signal amber lens. Go to the dealership, they might be able to order the amber ones, and sockets. __________________________________________________ *violente et ignorantia* ZX-2R BLOG *Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott* *I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform.*

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ACL 9000 ninjette.org member Name: A Location: CT Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2005 EX250, 1975 Suzuki T500, 2018 Kawasaki Z900RS Posts: 26	Awesome! Thanks for posting this. I had been searching for amber lenses a while ago and found none. Now I can pawn my clear ones off on somebody else rather than paint them, or whatever annoying thing I'd have had to do.

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February 28th, 2014, 05:39 PM	#4
kg4kpg Disavowed Name: Chris Location: Charleston, SC Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): '07 EX250 Posts: 22	Great links, thanks for sharing. I bought a set of the tinted. SC doesn't even require turn signals so it won't be an issue if I move them to the rear.

March 6th, 2014, 03:20 PM	#5
b.miller123 ninjette.org member Name: Brett Location: Everett, WA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1998 Ninja 250 2007 Yamaha R6 2003 Honda RC51... sold :( Posts: 205	I got the tinted and amber ones in the mail the other day. Both look like good quality. The amber ones were in a retail package, and the tinted ones were just in a bag. They both had the same sticker on the packaging, so I'm guessing they are probably all made in the same place.

May 12th, 2014, 12:30 PM	#7
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Nice! I gave @papawhellie one of my smoke sets thinking that I'd just order more from D2moto.com for $6 and then they suddenly disappeared.

May 15th, 2014, 09:22 AM	#11
b.miller123 ninjette.org member Name: Brett Location: Everett, WA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1998 Ninja 250 2007 Yamaha R6 2003 Honda RC51... sold :( Posts: 205	When I put mine in I didn't have to use their sockets because I had already put my turn signals into the side pods with the red lenses. I just took apart the OEM turn signal housings and used the bulbs and sockets from those with some silicone to seal and hold everything. Doesn't look pretty from the inside, but nobody will see that.

August 2nd, 2014, 11:16 AM	#12
N-m Captain 2 Sexy Name: Newton Location: South TN Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kwaka EX250 Posts: 241	I installed the lenses. They look great. I have the bulbs but have not tried to do anything further yet. After looking at these pics and reading comments about rain going up your back when riding in inclement weather I believe I will keep the rear fender and eliminate only the turn signal stalks. I need to find a way to fill the holes from the factory turn signals.

August 2nd, 2014, 06:35 PM	#13
JpSavage96 ninjette.org newbie Name: Jake Location: Lenoir Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja 250 Posts: 4	Hi, I'm new here but I found this post looking for new tail lights. I love my bike, it's a 2005 pregen in black and green. Already eliminated the rear fender, now I want new tail lights. Only thing is all I can find anywhere are the side pods. Anyone seen any clear or smoked center brake lenses?

August 4th, 2014, 02:29 PM	#14
N-m Captain 2 Sexy Name: Newton Location: South TN Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kwaka EX250 Posts: 241	I have bulbs that are 1156LL. These are not the right OD and are not the staggered pins. Can someone tell me what bulb would work in the supplied pig tails? Thanks.

August 4th, 2014, 03:45 PM	#15
Kruse08 ninjette.org member Name: Brandon Location: Cleveland, OH Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 99 Ninja 250 Posts: 217	When I purchased this kit I went out and bought new sockets from autozone as I did not want to chase down a buld that would fit. The new sockets allowed me to use the bulb I already had. It was a 5-10$ purchase for the new sockets.

August 4th, 2014, 05:09 PM	#16
N-m Captain 2 Sexy Name: Newton Location: South TN Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kwaka EX250 Posts: 241	Got any info on the new sockets so I don't have to chase those down?

August 4th, 2014, 05:32 PM	#17
Kruse08 ninjette.org member Name: Brandon Location: Cleveland, OH Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 99 Ninja 250 Posts: 217	I took my bulb into autozone and just got te socket that fit tht bulb, there really is not many sockets to choose from. Sorry I do not remember which one is was.

August 4th, 2014, 07:53 PM	#18
JpSavage96 ninjette.org newbie Name: Jake Location: Lenoir Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja 250 Posts: 4	What about the lenses? It's easy to find clear/smoked turn signal lenses but not the main brake light lense... Any suggestions?

August 5th, 2014, 04:30 AM	#19
Kruse08 ninjette.org member Name: Brandon Location: Cleveland, OH Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 99 Ninja 250 Posts: 217	I am not sure but I found mine on ebay. I have the amber lenses and actually looking to sell them as I do not need them anymore. I am not sure about finding a different center light. You will just need to look and wait.

August 5th, 2014, 03:07 PM	#20
ninja2007 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Beaufort NC Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja Posts: 69	What all is involved in installing the lenses? Zach

August 5th, 2014, 03:09 PM	#21
Kruse08 ninjette.org member Name: Brandon Location: Cleveland, OH Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 99 Ninja 250 Posts: 217	Very simple to install, remove old lenses, wire in sockets and use a silicon to hold the sockets in place, add light bulbs, add new covers and test them.

August 5th, 2014, 08:32 PM	#22
N-m Captain 2 Sexy Name: Newton Location: South TN Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kwaka EX250 Posts: 241	The side lens itself is a single screw. Very simple.

October 1st, 2015, 06:16 AM	#28
johnjohn ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Caledonia, Ontario, Canada Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): Honda, Buell, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha Posts: 170	Looks good for that model but does anyone have info for the 250 zzr rear lenses. Even amber replacement plastic lenses without the hardware. Anybody parting them. Give a shout as I have a 2001 that i would like to convert. Thanks

October 1st, 2015, 04:40 PM	#30
johnjohn ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Caledonia, Ontario, Canada Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): Honda, Buell, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha Posts: 170	All Ninjettes but different... Yes, need a set.

October 2nd, 2015, 05:43 AM	#34
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	I read somewhere that the pod lenses in the fairing are just amber lenses that were painted over at the factory. I saw a write up somewhere where someone stripped the paint off to get the amber lens. The socket is still in the tail, right?

October 2nd, 2015, 05:53 AM	#35
johnjohn ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Caledonia, Ontario, Canada Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): Honda, Buell, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha Posts: 170	No socket, will need to be punched out and one installed plus wiring. Not a big deal but new lenses are elusive! Worried about removing paint on original and having a mess with the plastic.

October 2nd, 2015, 06:15 AM	#38
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/archive...hts-relocation http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/archive...rn-signals-WTB http://forums.ninja250.org/posting.p...&t=15129&tro=1 http://forums.ninja250.org/viewtopic.php?p=75972 Looks like you just use some softer paint stripper and then polish the lenses to make them glossy again. One tip that might work for buffing polishing is one that I watched for restoring headlights. Wet sand to clean up, then hit with a UV proof clear paint to protect them. Link to original page on YouTube.

October 2nd, 2015, 07:11 AM	#39
johnjohn ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Caledonia, Ontario, Canada Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): Honda, Buell, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha Posts: 170	Thought that to about the 600 , similar but larger. No joy there. Thanks for the links guys.