High beam fuse blew after PIAA bulb swap

[xchief1320]

Worked fine in the garage then I went and rode the bike and as soon as I turned on the high beam I heard the fuse pop. PIAA says it only draws 65 amps like the stock bulb but on startup I think it may draw more.

Anyone have this issue? I could do a relay if needed I guess. Has a 10 amp fuse now, Anyone go with a 12 or 15 amp? I know it's not the right way to do it, but if the wiring can handle the extra amps it's the easiest.

 

[xchief1320]

Just my luck It's a bad bulb.
Everything i've bought at Cyclegear lately has had issues..

 

[jphilipson]

Yeah, bad bulb. They should not pull anymore than stockers.

 

[xchief1320]

Yeah I tested it and it's bad. Gonna return it tomorrow.

Thanks