[Forewarned]

I'd like to put a Ducati LED headlight on my 2018 959.

I've read every thread I could find regarding using a 1299S LED headlight fitted to a 959.

Can anyone confirm if a LED headlight from an 1199S will also fit a 959?

I know an 1199S LED will fit an 899, but what about a 959?

Thanks

They have different part numbers and look a little different.

https://www.kfm-motorraeder.de/cms/en/genuine-spare-parts/ducati-spare-parts?itemid=52010229B

https://www.kfm-motorraeder.de/cms/en/genuine-spare-parts/ducati-spare-parts?itemid=52010342B

 

[DrSpencer]

Update: Rode to work this morning at 6 am. It's sufficiently dark at that time to give the new Philips led a proper test for brightness. Back with the diamond vision, it felt borderline unsafe at highway speeds. The dimmer light output was easy to "out ride". Now with the Philips led, that is no longer the case. The lights are brighter than the diamond visions and I no longer need to switch to high beams. The light pattern has a nice concentrated section directly in front of the bike with decent loose light until about 45 degrees to the side.

Aren't these Phillips Xtreme Vision LED bulbs advertised as a 'Fog' light? If so, you aren't finding any disadvantage in real world driving conditions?

Do you have a link to the exact bulbs you used?

Thanks

 

[Sdg24]

Aren't these Phillips Xtreme Vision LED bulbs advertised as a 'Fog' light? If so, you aren't finding any disadvantage in real world driving conditions?

Do you have a link to the exact bulbs you used?

Thanks

Yes they say fog light. Not entirely sure why that is other than it seems many cars use a h11 bulb as their fog bulb. I haven’t seen any I’ll effects of running these bulbs. They’ve been on my bike for about 3 years/ 10,000 miles. Still going strong with no issues to report.

Here’s a link
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-12834UNIX2-X-tremeVision-Light-Fits/dp/B00U2NHLTI

 

[DrSpencer]

Yes they say fog light. Not entirely sure why that is other than it seems many cars use a h11 bulb as their fog bulb. I haven’t seen any I’ll effects of running these bulbs. They’ve been on my bike for about 3 years/ 10,000 miles. Still going strong with no issues to report.

Here’s a link
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-12834UNIX2-X-tremeVision-Light-Fits/dp/B00U2NHLTI

Good to know.

While these definitely look better, I'm concerned how well they perform at night. Particularly, how far of a beam they will cast. It's scary when you 'outrun' your headlight beam.

For nighttime riding, how would you compare the Phillips LED's vs. stock?

Better, same, or worse?

Thanks

 

[sor3765]

Yup, I've purchased a 1299s led headlight for my 959 which I still don't have but from what I've heard this is a highly recommended upgrade and will make my bike look even sweeter.

Can't wait to get the bike to do the install

how much is that?

 

[ordieee]

I would actually say they're better than the standard bulbs. Not much of a difference though.

 

[Sdg24]

I think they are brighter by about 20%. I think there are a couple you tube video tests out there which confirm the lumen output is higher. With the philips led I don’t feel unsafe riding in the dark at highway speeds. Are they as bright as I would ideally want? No, but so far they are the best I’ve found which blend light output with light color with a good light pattern on the road.

 

[svern]

Combed through this super long thread trying to find the answer but cannot.
Have an '18 959 and attempting to swap out the low beams with Lasfit LEDs recommended a few pages back. I encountered same problem as the dealer recommended upgrade LEDs, they do not fit.
I am complete newbie to headlight mods and might be missing something super obvious. If anyone has a suggestion, I would welcome!
The actual issue is the metal frame piece over the headlight opening "port" prevents the Lasfit from seating properly. DO I need to Dremel this metal piece away? TIA

 

[DrSpencer]

I bought an 1199S LED headlight, thinking it would fit my 959.

Regrettably, it does not fit a 959, but is does fit an 899.

If anyone is interested in an 1199S LED headlight, please PM me.

Thanks

 

[Ajw_888]

Yup, I've purchased a 1299s led headlight for my 959 which I still don't have but from what I've heard this is a highly recommended upgrade and will make my bike look even sweeter.

Can't wait to get the bike to do the install

Hi, how did you get on. What did you do with the difference in the 5 plugs to the single plug?

 

[Joe Caban]

There are some other threads on this. You can hardwire the bikes connections to the 1299 headlight. I made waterproof connectors for mine to plug in and cut out the 959 relays that were behind the front fairing. I had some issues with mine but we’re not directly related to the headlight swap. Some wiring info is in the other thread linked below.
If you swap to the 1299 headlight you will also need to buy or modify the plastic cover that is directly above the low beams behind the windscreen. The heat sinks for the LEDs come up through there. The part is ~20.00 but if you are careful you can use a Dremel and make it look nice. I will get some photos of what it looks like tonight for you.

1299s Headlight Swap/Issues

Hello everyone, New to this forum, new Ducati owner as well. Love the bike, started doing some tinkering after looking through a lot of threads on this forum. If this is not posted in the right place I apologize. I tried searching multiple forums and could not find anyone with this same issue...

www.959panigale.net

 

[Joe Caban]

Also forgot to mention. The process for the 959-1299 is very similar to the 899-1199 swap. Here is a link from the 899 which has a lot of helpful info in it that I used.

How to install 1199S LED headlight on 899 Panigale...

What you'll need: Ducati 1199S LED headlight Metric hex set (specifically sizes 3,4,5,6), shorter sets recommended for tight spaces Flathead micro screwdriver Soldering iron and solder Electrical tape Wire snips for cutting cable ties Black cable ties Wire strippers (I'd recommend a wire...

www.899panigale.org

 

[Medic501]

I choose LED over HID and Halogen .
8k 55w stock fit . No issues so far .

 

[Dingo]

I guess you're going for aesthetics by choosing an 8K color output device

6K will get you the most visible light and be best for seeing at night.

 

[Medic501]

I guess you're going for aesthetics by choosing an 8K color output device
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6K will get you the most visible light and be best for seeing at night.

That’s correct , I have 8k for low beam and I’m installing 3k for high beam . Aesthetics mostly I don’t drive at night .

 

[RRacer]

Hi all,
I got two sets of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W1J2BRC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and they were a perfect fit.
$37 for a set of two.
Manufacturer Part Number: AHDS1H11-E-R1

Great light output/color and easy installation.
They have a small ballast/driver thing on the cable, but it's small, like a cigarette lighter so easily hidden.
It's smaller than on the pictures on Amazon.
I've only done the low beam yet.

Installation:
If you have strong and leprechaun small hands you might get them installed without any dismantling, but I recommend that you remove the ignition cover and the inner side covers - don't know what they are called.
I think that the rubber grommet is a bit thicker than on the OEM halogens so it takes some force to twist them into position.
Luckily they have aluminum heatsinks that can be used for leverage with a flat head screwdriver.
If it's really tight, use two screwdrivers to share the load, otherwise I think you could break the fins.
Just make sure the bulb is in the right position before you apply force to it.
The little driver goes under the inner side cover. One zip-tie and you are done.

Hope this can help someone.