Replacing Turn Signal Bulbs

zCasanova · December 31st, 2011, 04:11 PM

I'm having trouble finding replacements for a turn signal bulb that stopped lighting a few days ago.

I'm not looking for another amber bulb, but a clear one.

I've tried all of the auto stores in town, but none of their bulbs will fit due to the odd location of the tabs on the sides of the OEM bulbs.

Where the aftermarket's are directly across from each other, the ninja's are slightly offset from the center.

I read that it is possible to grind one of the tabs off, but I'm worried that the bulbs may vibrate out of its socket while riding.

I have found sites on the web where I can order new bulbs, but like I mentioned before, I'm looking for a clear bulb, not amber.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

csmith12 · December 31st, 2011, 11:32 PM

Welcome Devin,

After much trial and error, I finally found some that fit at autozone in their marker light section. I had to take the turn signal housing with me as a complete unit. The very helpful man behind the counter even opened packages to ensure proper fit and water tightness of the amber cap.

Best of luck, it wasn't easy for me either.

zCasanova · January 1st, 2012, 08:59 AM

Do you remember what the brand or bulb # was?

csmith12 · January 1st, 2012, 10:10 AM

Lemme check, not sure if I still have the packaging.

zCasanova · January 1st, 2012, 01:06 PM

Bulb # would be on the bulb if you don't have the packaging.

December 31st, 2011, 04:11 PM	#1
zCasanova ninjette.org member Name: Devin Location: Lancaster, SC Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250r Posts: 48	Replacing Turn Signal Bulbs I'm having trouble finding replacements for a turn signal bulb that stopped lighting a few days ago. I'm not looking for another amber bulb, but a clear one. I've tried all of the auto stores in town, but none of their bulbs will fit due to the odd location of the tabs on the sides of the OEM bulbs. Where the aftermarket's are directly across from each other, the ninja's are slightly offset from the center. I read that it is possible to grind one of the tabs off, but I'm worried that the bulbs may vibrate out of its socket while riding. I have found sites on the web where I can order new bulbs, but like I mentioned before, I'm looking for a clear bulb, not amber. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

December 31st, 2011, 11:32 PM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Welcome Devin, After much trial and error, I finally found some that fit at autozone in their marker light section. I had to take the turn signal housing with me as a complete unit. The very helpful man behind the counter even opened packages to ensure proper fit and water tightness of the amber cap. Best of luck, it wasn't easy for me either. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

January 1st, 2012, 10:10 AM	#4
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Lemme check, not sure if I still have the packaging. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

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January 1st, 2012, 08:59 AM	#3
zCasanova ninjette.org member Name: Devin Location: Lancaster, SC Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250r Posts: 48	Do you remember what the brand or bulb # was?

January 1st, 2012, 01:06 PM	#5
zCasanova ninjette.org member Name: Devin Location: Lancaster, SC Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250r Posts: 48	Bulb # would be on the bulb if you don't have the packaging.