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The no-load relay is for the turn signals. The LED headlight is, or should be, a plug-n-play. I bought the brand VTX_Daymaker that came with the adjustable mounting ring, but I still had to use 3 tiny flat washers under the one side adjustment screw to get the beam to center.
 
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I really wanted to go with LED, but I ride long distances and away from home for a week at a time. I just hate the idea of the headlight going out and NOT being able to stop at any auto parts store, buying a bulb, and going on down the highway. Don't the LED and other options create an exposure when the light goes out?
First, you can never have enough light. The easier you're seen, the better. If your state allows modulators for the headlights, thats a plus. Since LEDs don't use a resistive filament for an element, they will probably outlast the life of the bike with you. Way more light, if it is a properly made product. I have Quake 'Rogue' lights mounted on my engine guards. Each one is (2) 10W Cree LEDs. Focused down to hit about 50' forward so as not to blind oncoming. 15* projected field. If my VTX Daymaker LED (B model, with 2200 lumens lo beam, 4000 hi) ever would die, I could run as long as needed just with my roadlights. We all have to make informed decisions with what we want, and want from, what we buy. YRMV
 
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