What is the wattage rating for stock headlights?

[TLM]

Hi all! I have been looking at some headlight options and I came across some xenon gas bulbs were interesting. Also I have been looking into LED lights to see if they are an option. My question though, is the wattage of the stock headlights. I am curious of the wattage and draw on High/low beam. I didn't check the manual yet, but I figured somebody has to know on here! Thanks in advance. Oh, the sled is a 2012 xtx.

 

[Grimm]

Going by memory, 55 watts on low and 60 watts on high per bulb

 

[m.schuey7]

Yes,
55watt low and 60high.

I replaced my stock bulbs with 65w / 100w Rally Car halogen bulbs and adjusted my headlight up a bit from stock, not in the trees but close I ride 95% at night and quite fast at times and this setup works great, also very low cost, got my bulbs at NAPA.

 

[RDCrazy]

Won't a 100 watt bulb melt the wire assembly?

 

[TLM]

The LED kits run much less wattage, wouldnt this be beneficial to other electrical items on the sled like the hand warmers? The kits I looked at today replaced a 55/60 watt bulb...

 

[RDCrazy]

I read LED lights are no good.... They are not as bright as conventional light bulbs.

 

[kokonut]

I bought the Piaa's Light is fantastic,

 

[m.schuey7]

I do make a habit to turn the high beam to the low setting every time I come to a stop as not to melt the plastic headlight lens, no problem with wiring.