Greg's Customs VS Proton Signals

itsrhuf · 02-09-2008, 5:06 PM

I know there is some discussion on here about both brands....but I'm trying to decide between the two. I've narrowed it down to these two I like the best. Does anyone know which is the best as far as visibility? I have a cheap set of flushmounts on the front now and there is no visibility from the front. That is, noone can see the signal as I'm coming toward them, which is kinda the point in having front turn signals. So, I'm looking for the best or brightest or however you want to word it. If I'm spending about $100.00 for signals, I'd like to know what you guys think are the best. After my accident last year, I'm into this whole safety thing nowadays. I just want the signals to be as visible as possible, but look good as well. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

slickwill · 02-09-2008, 5:38 PM

I haven't actually "compared" side by side but I have seen both of them and the protons seem brighter to me. I think they look better also, but that is more of an opinion thing.

macca9540 · 02-09-2008, 7:08 PM

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Originally Posted by itsrhuf

I know there is some discussion on here about both brands....but I'm trying to decide between the two. I've narrowed it down to these two I like the best. Does anyone know which is the best as far as visibility? I have a cheap set of flushmounts on the front now and there is no visibility from the front. That is, no one can see the signal as I'm coming toward them, which is kinda the point in having front turn signals. So, I'm looking for the best or brightest or however you want to word it. If I'm spending about $100.00 for signals, I'd like to know what you guys think are the best. After my accident last year, I'm into this whole safety thing nowadays. I just want the signals to be as visible as possible, but look good as well. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

I have the Protons on mine and are very happy with them. They are really visible and I like the strobe effect that can be chosen from the three choices of flashing. The only down side is the resistors that I had to install to slow down the flashing speed as you can't change the flasher relay on a 954 because it's part of the spedo, tacho unit. The other thing is I don't know if they are road legal, time will tell but they look good. Also I dropped the bike on a roundabout a while back and did'nt wreck the Protons because thy don't stick out as far as the standard turn signals which would have been torn off for sure. Saved their purchase price straight up which is a plus.

itsrhuf · 02-09-2008, 7:33 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

I haven't actually "compared" side by side but I have seen both of them and the protons seem brighter to me. I think they look better also, but that is more of an opinion thing.

I appreciate the opinion. That's what i wanted to know. Just trying to get as many opinions as possible to help me decide which to get.

ozthis · 02-09-2008, 9:44 PM

you might look at these too

Watsen Design LED Signals

itsrhuf · 02-09-2008, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ozthis

you might look at these too

Watsen Design LED Signals

Arrrggghhhh. Now another to add to the list. Make this easy on me...someone just send me a set of flushmounts for my bike.

I'll be your best friend forever. Seriouslly, those are nice signals too. Thanks for the link.

CBR400RR · 02-09-2008, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by itsrhuf

Arrrggghhhh. Now another to add to the list. Make this easy on me...someone just send me a set of flushmounts for my bike.

I'll be your best friend forever. Seriouslly, those are nice signals too. Thanks for the link.

I'm a dealer for almost all flush mounts and the Watsen are the brightest cleanest looking ones I have ever seen or installed. If you tried to stare at the Watsen for more than a few seconds you would be seeing spots for a few minutes. They are CNC machined out of billet aluminum, painted with OEM paint from Color Rite and have a lifetime warranty.

-Z- · 02-09-2008, 11:43 PM

I LOVE my protons on my 954. I'm gonna get them on every single bike I own from now until they don't make the protons anymore. Hell, I'd love to be able to get some protons that I could use as rear signals also.

I love the strobe effect. It is very noticeable, and when I'm out riding on the streets, I definitely want people to see me especially when I'm changing lanes, and the strobe effect definitely gets this done. They are extremely bright as well, brighter than the Gregg's Customs in my opinion. The other nice thing is something that buddies of mine pointed out: Since they aren't facing just forward, they can be seen from the sides and from kinda behind also. That's not something that most other turn signals can match. I REALLY like that.

ozthis · 02-09-2008, 11:50 PM

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I'm a dealer for almost all flush mounts and the Watsen are the brightest cleanest looking ones I have ever seen or installed. If you tried to stare at the Watsen for more than a few seconds you would be seeing spots for a few minutes. They are CNC machined out of billet aluminum, painted with OEM paint from Color Rite and have a lifetime warranty.

do the watsens allow for the running lights? And if so what do you sell them for?..you can pm me if cant post.

CBR400RR · 02-09-2008, 11:50 PM

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Since they aren't facing just forward, they can be seen from the sides and from kinda behind also. That's not something that most other turn signals can match. I REALLY like that.

The Watsens are also like that too which give you about 180 degrees of viewable light.

itsrhuf · 02-10-2008, 2:56 AM

That's a big concern, being able to see the turn signal from all angles, not just from the front. Thanks for all the input so far guys.

-Z- · 02-10-2008, 5:43 AM

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The Watsens are also like that too which give you about 180 degrees of viewable light.

Yeah, but I don't think they'd be nearly as bright as the strobe effect on the Protons. Plus, you don't have to buy an extra module for running light functions. They already come set up, all you have to do is connect the wire.

itsrhuf · 02-10-2008, 12:29 PM

I assume there is no modification to the fairing to install any of these lights??

ozthis · 02-10-2008, 12:39 PM

for what its worth i just ordered my watsens from cbr400rr....let you know howthey go on

itsrhuf · 02-10-2008, 8:11 PM

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for what its worth i just ordered my watsens from cbr400rr....let you know howthey go on

Please do.

-Z- · 02-11-2008, 2:16 AM

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I assume there is no modification to the fairing to install any of these lights??

Not with the protons at least, and probably not with the Watsen's either.

BTW, speaking of the protons, make sure whoever you order them through orders the correct ones. There's a mix-up in the Tucker Rocky catalog that most dealers order them through. The part number listed in the 07 catalog is the same for the 929, the 954, and the RC-51, and they are all different. Make sure the dealer is ordering out of either the 08 catalog, or that they call Tucker Rocky's tech line to get the right part number first.

itsrhuf · 02-11-2008, 5:41 AM

I'll keep that in mind when ordering. Thanks for the input.

Big Kahuna · 02-11-2008, 10:15 PM

Hmmm, I'd have to disagree that the Watsen flush mounts are the brightest. I've had the opportunity to check out both the new and old style of Watsen lights side by side on the same bikes (see attachments

) and they just aren't bright enough during the day. I found the Protons to have a much better glow even during the day. you can run them as running lights as well as change up the flash from normal blink, to fade and strobe.

Everyone has their personal preference, but when it come to daylight visibility, I don't feel the Watsen are better than the Protons.

marbs · 02-11-2008, 10:42 PM

i have protons and very happy with them

itsrhuf · 02-16-2008, 12:12 AM

Thanks for the help. I think I'm leaning toward the Protons. No hurry though. It's still snowing here. Any more opinions(about flush mounts) would be appreciated.

fazeShift · 02-29-2008, 10:20 PM

FYI, Gregg's are also no-cut and viewable from all angles (they are billet aluminum "plugs" with the light poking out a little bit) which I don't think is mentioned above?

i do remember them being plainly visible in daylight from a distance... i've never seen protons or watsen's, though, so my only comparison would be to stock...

ldavis · 03-07-2008, 7:53 AM

those watsens are f'n gorgeous.. if only i had found them before i ordered the greggs... .

itsrhuf · 03-07-2008, 9:36 PM

Thanks again for the help and opinions.

mickpdx · 03-10-2008, 5:31 AM

I just installed Protons. Very visible and well made. I feel I made the right choice.

JLight · 03-10-2008, 5:05 PM

I have the protons and am very happy with them. They look good and are very functional.

R-Law · 03-11-2008, 9:59 PM

Anyplace to get the Watsens at discount?

ozthis · 03-11-2008, 10:05 PM

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Anyplace to get the Watsens at discount?

i bought mine from cbr400rr, you might contact him on this board