When buying a bicycle, it is advisable to use not only basic, but also an additional complete set. Some items mounted on the wing, frame or steering wheel can facilitate control and help in oriented on the road. One additional element is the rear lamp that can perform a number of important functions. We will look at its types and ways of fastening.
Peculiarities
The rear light on the bike is different from its front role in the road movement. If with the help of anterior width can highlight the path, then the rear will help in the dark. He will give motorists the opportunity to notice the cyclist at a distance and avoid collisions.
The front lamp can be adjusted and removed, and the rear must be in place always to protect the situation on the road at the right moment.
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Here the choice is quite large, so you can calmly choose the appropriate lantern.Diode
Such headlights are among the most common. They can illuminate a large distance in width, be quite powerful and inexpensive. Diodes inside the lantern can be located in different sequences, depending on the shape of the lamp. Also, the diode may be one and powerful or there may be several, but less productive.
Such lights have 2 modes: flashing and permanent. The first option is suitable for a more economical flow rate, but at night it is better to use the second. If you are going to drive a driver, and you turn on the flashing light, it can blind it and create a dangerous situation on the road.
With laser track
Such lights are a novelty for cyclists. The main feature of this lantern is that stripes from laser light are beginning to form on the sides. They show motorways, in which position is cyclist. This type of headlamp is much more expensive than simple, but acts more efficiently.
The tracks have several modes, among which flickering, blinking and permanent light. Laser headlamps are waterproof, consume a little nutrition and can work up to 20 hours without interruption. Traces from such a lantern can be seen for 1.5 km, so the driver will be warned about the presence of a cyclist on the road long before rapprochement. The mount occurs on the seed pin, the power is carried out through 2 AAA batteries.
Flasher
Some of the most running and simple lamps. It is installed behind the seat or on the rear wing with a clamp. The design is a small pocket flashlight, which is powered by the batteries. Sufficient power, simplicity in use and a small price make this type of lanterns among the most common. The flow of light created by such a device will give drivers to clearly understand where the cyclist is located.
Helmet
This is a flashlight, which is immediately built into the helmet and is located on the back of the cyclist. As a rule, such aggregates are not very powerful and are only an additional accessory.
Induction
This is a lamp that works at the expense of the bike movement. It can be done by itself using copper wire, magnets, condenser, diodes and coil. The light begins to appear when you turn the pedals. Due to the work, which is performed when the rear wheel moves, the energy begins to produce. It enters through the copper coil to the diode, which serves as a lantern.
With turn signals
There is such a type of lanterns. It will help point to the motorist, in which direction you want to turn. This is done so that there are no unpleasant situations at intersections and roads with a massive movement. A flashlight with a rotation pointer is set to the seat or on the removal on which the seat is kept. Such aggregates are fairly road, because several types of work are: blinking, glow and permanent light. Instead of the main recognition function on the road, These lights show the direction of the cyclist movement.
With a camera
One of the most useful and at the same time expensive species of cytonearies. The presence of the chamber allows you to record what is happening on the road, so This feature can help in the event of a collision. Need to understand that Elektail of such a bicycle color is higher than that of a simple version, After all, nutrition is not only on the light, but also to the work of the camera itself. The amount of memory that the camera uses may exceed 16 GB, so you do not have to clean the device memory card too often. Method of power - Battery, and the camera must be used via USB.
With stop signal
This cycletone is very easy to install and is effective on the road. Such a device cannot distinguish between high power, but it allows you to prevent motorists and pedestrians about what you decide to stop. Inside the lamp is a mechanism that feeds the signal to separate stop LEDs. In the case of braking, they are triggered, and a stop signal appears. Most of these devices are installed through the clip, which makes it possible to remove them if necessary.
Multi
These are the most modern and expensive lights. They combine all the basic functions, can record on the camera and leave laser stripes. Some multisystem cycling lamps have a stop signal function along with turn signals, different types of work and modes for reduced energy consumption. They are also unpretentious to environmental conditions and have a sufficiently high power so that they can be seen for 1.5 km. Universality allows you to install such lanterns on various fasteners that can go in the configuration with the device.
Types of fastening
Silicone
In order to set the lantern, You can use a special strap made of silicone. It needs to be stretched, placed in the right place and fasten it back. The design is simple, so the lantern with such a device you can quickly shoot and wear a biblonar. Minus is that Under adverse conditions, for example, at frost, Silicone begins to lose its properties, and the quality of the attachment is noticeably reduced.
Silicone strings can go buckn with diode LEDs, for example, BlackBurn Mars Click or SolarStorm.
Fat installation
If you purchased a dimensional lamp, then this type of fastening is best for you. It is reliable, strong and easy to install. Such fasteners can go bundled with a lantern, which has its drawbacks. For example, you will not be able to install another type of installation, and you will need to acquire the destroyer separately. The main minus of the non-removable device is the inability to transfer or replace the lantern.
If you installed the lamp to a certain place, it will remain there until you figure it out. In addition, universal trigger can attract attackers to make theft.
Removable mounting
The most comfortable and simple fastening option . It may not be so strong as non-removable, but noticeably facilitates the use of the rear light by bike. If you need to remove the device for your own purposes, then you can easily do it, for example, charge or clean from dirt. Externally, such fasteners are similar to half-cylinders, which are mounted on the trunk or under the seat, if it comes to the rear lights. This type of design is inexpensive, quite economical and very convenient to use.
Clip
Very interesting and unusual fastening type. A special latch allows you to fix the lantern where it will be most convenient for you.
In the next video, they tell about different options for the rear lights on the bike.