http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 17:28:51 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Cycle-Programmable-RGB-LED-Strips-on-Bike-F/
Light Cycle: Programmable RGB LED Strips on Bike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SMALL.jpg cstewart000 I have already been working on similar projects, this one really is the next step of an earlier project. See: http://www.instructables.com/id/Inbedded-Bike-Rim-Lights/ And before we get started, we should have a demonstration of the finished effect (the video is when the bike wasn't yet covered). ...
By: cstewart000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 01:34:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reflective-Belt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/Y6QM/HFWSV0X9/FQOY6QMHFWSV0X9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/Y6QM/HFWSV0X9/FQOY6QMHFWSV0X9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/Y6QM/HFWSV0X9/FQOY6QMHFWSV0X9.SMALL.jpg vicesat A homemade reflective belt, easy to made and can save your life. Perfect for running, bicycle, adults and kids.
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 10:13:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Almost-too-Bright-Bike-Light/
Almost too Bright Bike Light (blue or what ever color you want) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SMALL.jpg jguthrie3 A friend of a friend of mine asked me to build a rear bike light that would be better than anything he could buy (for a budget of $45). So I set out to build this light and I thought I might as well try to help anyone else out there that want to do a similar project. He rides road but there is no re...
By: jguthrie3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:38:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Brake-LED-for-bicycle/
Brake LED for bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/901Y/HFSHT9XL/FI7901YHFSHT9XL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/901Y/HFSHT9XL/FI7901YHFSHT9XL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/901Y/HFSHT9XL/FI7901YHFSHT9XL.SMALL.jpg subashduraisamy It is great to have a brake LED instead of using a reflecting one for your bicycle.The reflecting one works only at night and it cannot glow when you are using your brake, so its good to fix led in it.This instructable shows how  to fix led in the rear reflector.It is easy and it takes only ten step...
By: subashduraisamy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 04:42:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-dynamo-powered-Bicycle-light/
How to install a dynamo powered Bicycle light. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/0BCB/HFD1F61W/FKZ0BCBHFD1F61W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/0BCB/HFD1F61W/FKZ0BCBHFD1F61W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/0BCB/HFD1F61W/FKZ0BCBHFD1F61W.SMALL.jpg RF1911 As any biker knows if you're riding at night a light is a must! in the tutorial I will show you how to install the a dynamo powered bicycle light  this light is perfect for the person who likes the vintage look but also likes a really bright light. Link to light http://www.amazon.com/Bullet-Headlig...
By: RF1911

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:09:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Bike-Taillight-Upgrade-Incandescent-to-LED/
Retro Bike Taillight Upgrade - Incandescent to LED conversion (With Magnetic Switch) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SMALL.jpg Doodyideas I love my retro bikes. I've had about 6 of them over the years and despite their quirks (and sometimes dangers) you learn to love these beautiful steeds. But you know what REALLY annoys me? My Incandescent dynamo taillights and the amount of tiny little bulbs I've been through over the years! If th...
By: Doodyideas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:57:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Platonic-Solid-bike-light-fixture/
Platonic Solid bike light fixture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SMALL.jpg BradNiedt This instructable will show you how to make a platonic solid bike light fixture for a Bontrager "Glo" bike light.  This project began as a way to meld my passion for biking, geometry, and art. I remixed a platonic solid design created by WilliamAAdams from thingiverse to create the fixtures. The li...
By: BradNiedt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Begone-Life-saver-Bike-light-extender-system/
Car Begone- Life saver- Bike light extender system. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/ZFX9/HBNXX1VQ/F3JZFX9HBNXX1VQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/ZFX9/HBNXX1VQ/F3JZFX9HBNXX1VQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/ZFX9/HBNXX1VQ/F3JZFX9HBNXX1VQ.SMALL.gif FriendOfHumanity "  The lives people lead are driving them crazy and their insanity comes out in the way they drive."  (Factotum- Charles Bukowski) I've noticed the increase in drivers who make me shriek by driving extremely close by. It is scary.  I came up with what I believe to be an entirely original idea but...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 09:34:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unicycle-Light/
Unicycle Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/OW13/HEBNAYAJ/F7LOW13HEBNAYAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/OW13/HEBNAYAJ/F7LOW13HEBNAYAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/OW13/HEBNAYAJ/F7LOW13HEBNAYAJ.SMALL.jpg darrenhall Here is a nice simple but sturdy way  to fit a light to your Uni - when the nights draw in or for riding at night. Allows adjustment in both up/down and rotation.  No real tools as such - snips to cut the cable tie - saw to cut the tube if you do not have an off cut laying around - a file to put a...
By: darrenhall

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:50:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Over-7000-lumen-bike-light/
Over 7000 lumen bike light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/54Z7/HEBNHB8M/FE154Z7HEBNHB8M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/54Z7/HEBNHB8M/FE154Z7HEBNHB8M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/54Z7/HEBNHB8M/FE154Z7HEBNHB8M.SMALL.jpg jguthrie3 OVERVIEW: This hack is for those that like night riding or want to get into it (it's great, never too many people and nice and cool) but think that those 300 lumen lights just don't cut it and don't have the cash for a 1000-2000 lumen lighting system (they can be like $500 - $1,000 dollars, yikes)....
By: jguthrie3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:27:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ShopperFolding-Bike-Light-Adapter-Clamp/
Shopper/Folding Bike - Light Adapter Clamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/4MX2/HE7D9ORL/FLE4MX2HE7D9ORL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/4MX2/HE7D9ORL/FLE4MX2HE7D9ORL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/4MX2/HE7D9ORL/FLE4MX2HE7D9ORL.SMALL.jpg darrenhall Hi all. My wife bought a folding shopper bike a while ago. We like to ride at night from time to time so lights are a must. Unfortunately due to crazy construction the bike has no bracket to mount a light, no area really available to mount a light and if ya tried mounting one in the normal place th...
By: darrenhall

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:23:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Braking-activated-Rear-Bike-light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS0/6SHE/HCV99J8W/FS06SHEHCV99J8W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS0/6SHE/HCV99J8W/FS06SHEHCV99J8W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS0/6SHE/HCV99J8W/FS06SHEHCV99J8W.SMALL.jpg feeblington I got bored and decided to liberate my old dynamo light, so I gutted it, and wired the bulb to 3 AAA batteries and lead 2 leads out the side of the light casing, I then ran the wires to either side of the disc caliper, for the arm that WOULDN'T be moving i used a bit of metal which the cable tensio...
By: feeblington

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2013 15:04:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/dynamo-powered-LEDs-for-bike/
dynamo powered LEDs for bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/NRMX/HCB86DGD/FUMNRMXHCB86DGD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/NRMX/HCB86DGD/FUMNRMXHCB86DGD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/NRMX/HCB86DGD/FUMNRMXHCB86DGD.SMALL.jpg brunovianna This is a project that uses many recycled materials. We start by scraping a broken printer or scanner looking for a motor that can be used to generate energy. I made a back light with red LEDs but the same motor could power white LEDs for the front. Please don't mind the fliptops with socks. This w...
By: brunovianna

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:44:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/1000-lumen-MTB-Light-Drill-Miter-Saw/
1000+ lumen MTB Light - Drill / Miter Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SMALL.jpg mtbgrinder FIRST POST!! Last year I set out to create a MTB light (Helmet and Bar) for trail riding without breaking the bank and with reasonable tooling and parts sourcing.  Everything here was sourced from Fastenal, Newark Electronics, Battery Space and LED Supply.com  To say the least, I'm very happy with t...
By: mtbgrinder

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:58:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/make-simple-head-light-for-Bicycle/
make simple head light for Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/2DJG/H9T4FAOP/F252DJGH9T4FAOP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/2DJG/H9T4FAOP/F252DJGH9T4FAOP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/2DJG/H9T4FAOP/F252DJGH9T4FAOP.SMALL.jpg 0cracker components: 3 white led mobile battery (out dated) 1" x 1 2" plastic reducer cover of plastic bottle wire switch 1 circuit place this leds on bottle cover place the cover in 1" x 1 2" plastic reducer connect mobile battery and switch.......
By: 0cracker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Nov 2012 16:54:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Inbedded-Bike-Rim-Lights/
Embedded Bike Rim Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/XXM9/H6MF2R8P/F68XXM9H6MF2R8P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/XXM9/H6MF2R8P/F68XXM9H6MF2R8P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/XXM9/H6MF2R8P/F68XXM9H6MF2R8P.SMALL.jpg cstewart000 In this instructable I will show how I installed LED lighting in the rim of my bicycle. If you are into bikes and or hacks, you may have seen other bike lighting hacks. If not, check them out. Below is a summary with links and my own comments regarding the designs. Glo bike with phosphoresent pain...
By: cstewart000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:53:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-powered-rear-bycicle-light/
Solar powered vintage rear bycicle light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/S2LS/H4AGJY38/F40S2LSH4AGJY38.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/S2LS/H4AGJY38/F40S2LSH4AGJY38.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/S2LS/H4AGJY38/F40S2LSH4AGJY38.SMALL.jpg eriol I have an old bycicle and I really like its classical design. When I bought it  [from a weird old man..] it was equipped with front and rear bulb lights, powered by a dynamo. As you maybe already know, this is not the best solution to light your way home at night: dynamo and inertia are enemies and...
By: eriol

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jul 2012 05:43:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Lights-Solar/
Bike Lights Solar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/NS38/H4AGK9XL/FZRNS38H4AGK9XL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/NS38/H4AGK9XL/FZRNS38H4AGK9XL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/NS38/H4AGK9XL/FZRNS38H4AGK9XL.SMALL.jpg fraz75 A small ecological system to power the lights of the bike. With this little wiring I wanted to combine practicality with ecology, the common LED lights of the bikes are powered by 3V batteries that run down easily, and the lighting of the lamps is not entirely practical. Here's what you need: -...
By: fraz75

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Jul 2012 07:01:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Bike-Headlight-On-The-Cheap/
Altoids Bike Headlight On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OV8K/H3QETLQW/FJ3OV8KH3QETLQW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OV8K/H3QETLQW/FJ3OV8KH3QETLQW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OV8K/H3QETLQW/FJ3OV8KH3QETLQW.SMALL.jpg Adambowker98 This instructable is an entry in the Bicycle Contest, so please vote! This instructable is an entry in the Hurricane Laser Contest, so please vote! This instructable is an entry in the Green Tech Contest, so please vote! This is an entry in the Wheels Contest, so please vote! Everyone riding a bik...
By: Adambowker98

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jun 2012 18:41:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightrider-DIY-Bike-Light/ http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SMALL.jpg Diyler Made a DIY version of the revolights http://www.revolights.com total cost for one wheel is about 35 dollar instead of a microcontroller i use simple reed magnet switches the two outer rings consist of 18 Led's in 6 groups each all is powered by two AA batteries they are located on the hub the on...
By: Diyler

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:48:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Trigger-Blink-Signal/
Automatic Activated Blink Signal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/FTVE/H347FO2Y/F7FFTVEH347FO2Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/FTVE/H347FO2Y/F7FFTVEH347FO2Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/FTVE/H347FO2Y/F7FFTVEH347FO2Y.SMALL.jpg CTY1995 Have you ever gotten in an accident while riding a bike at night or close to an accident? Gotten honked at because of irresponsible drivers who aren't paying attention to the road? Or simply just want to make bike riding more safe? Riding visibility on a bike is at all time lows during night time co...
By: CTY1995

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jun 2012 23:24:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/MAGLITE-5-D-mod-to-my-MTB-lightning-system/
MAGLITE 5-D mod to my MTB lightning system. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SMALL.jpg dudu1980 I had  an old mag lite from 1995 it was 5-D maglite... . I decided i need to wake him up from his sleep. and make a powerfull light for my bike. the thing about this project that it is cheap  around 50-60$  includes the batteries and the charger and i will try to make it simple by giving the SKU fro...
By: dudu1980

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 07:40:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorcycle-Headlight-for-Bicycle-Light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SMALL.jpg jenspen Old motorcycle light converted to LED for bicycle. The LED: http://www.satisled.com/1w-high-power-led-white-star-emitter-8090lm_p118.html
By: jenspen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 15:51:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electric-Bicycle-Blinking-LED-Tail-Light-with-a-5V/
Electric Bicycle Blinking LED Tail-Light with a 5V to 48V Input Voltage Range - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/GQNJ/GW88UAL8/FSCGQNJGW88UAL8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/GQNJ/GW88UAL8/FSCGQNJGW88UAL8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/GQNJ/GW88UAL8/FSCGQNJGW88UAL8.SMALL.jpg scd Some electric bicycles come with LED tail-lights that are powered from their main (24V, 36V or 48V) battery.  This is convenient as the tail-light comes on as soon as the main key switch is on and because there are no AAA tail-light batteries to manage.  But because these electric bicycles are also ...
By: scd

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:13:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Twacked-tail-light-for-an-equally-twacked-bicycle/
Twacked tail light for an equally twacked bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCY/QUEG/GVVPV77R/FCYQUEGGVVPV77R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCY/QUEG/GVVPV77R/FCYQUEGGVVPV77R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCY/QUEG/GVVPV77R/FCYQUEGGVVPV77R.SMALL.jpg Malhecho right so my daily rider bicycle is a beach cruiser i pulled out the dumpster and kludged to work.   i ride this bike instead of my lowrider and my gary fisher so i dont turn too many heads and attract attention from gang members and police. i already have been assaulted by people trying to steal my ...
By: Malhecho

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Dec 2011 18:47:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-logo-Rammstein-on-bicycle/
LED logo Rammstein on bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4ACJ/GTUBZYNJ/FDC4ACJGTUBZYNJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4ACJ/GTUBZYNJ/FDC4ACJGTUBZYNJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4ACJ/GTUBZYNJ/FDC4ACJGTUBZYNJ.SMALL.jpg muromec Hello I am from Russia. I like bike and LED. I do LED bicycle wheels: http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-bicycle-wheels/ but i want more... I love rock and I like the rock band Rammstein, so I decided, in addition to lighting on the wheels make the glowing logo on the frame of my bike. Project comp...
By: muromec

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:11:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/cycle-front-light-bracket/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/7QTS/GSSP0L5K/F3Z7QTSGSSP0L5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/7QTS/GSSP0L5K/F3Z7QTSGSSP0L5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/7QTS/GSSP0L5K/F3Z7QTSGSSP0L5K.SMALL.jpg BigH1 Home made light holders made from plastic tubing for ponds.
By: BigH1

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:12:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Voltage-Regulated-5-V-Bicycle-Dynamo-Light-USB/
Voltage Regulated [5v] Bicycle Dynamo Light & USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SMALL.jpg sgomes3 Even though, there are plenty of "Dynamo Bike Light" instructions on this site, I thought I would share mines.   The great news, there are NO resistors in my circuit.    It has a fixed 5 volt output, so you can ride as fast as you want without worrying about burning out the LEDs.  Also, since this h...
By: sgomes3

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Sep 2011 10:50:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/super-cool-bicycle-LED-tail-light-Fiber-Flair-glow/
super cool bicycle LED tail light Fiber Flair glowing glue stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/MA5T/GRFMVM97/FYLMA5TGRFMVM97.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/MA5T/GRFMVM97/FYLMA5TGRFMVM97.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/MA5T/GRFMVM97/FYLMA5TGRFMVM97.SMALL.jpg jim_2000 The inspiration for this Instructable came from a product a friend purchased for his recumbent bicycle, the Fiber Flare. The Fiber Flare shines two LEDs down a solid tube of plastic and provides a nice glowing indicator. I wanted to see if I could make one from items around the house. I was successf...
By: jim_2000

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:58:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Charged-LED-Running-Light-with-Flashing-Brak/
Solar Charged LED Running Light with Flashing Brake Light For Bicycles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SMALL.jpg hackmattr So after researching the laws to make my motorized bicycle legal in California and sending for the license plate, I have decided to work on the brake light while I wait for the plate. After a couple days of looking at other peoples' designs for their brake light, I have come up with my own design t...
By: hackmattr

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 15:01:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheapest-Bike-Light-ever-made/
Cheapest Bike Light ever made - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F2Y/E891/GP2DMHZ9/F2YE891GP2DMHZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F2Y/E891/GP2DMHZ9/F2YE891GP2DMHZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F2Y/E891/GP2DMHZ9/F2YE891GP2DMHZ9.SMALL.jpg Varun R This is most probably the cheapest bike light ever made, aside from those that involve just sticking a torch on your bike. I had most of the parts lying around and I tried to recycle much of the stuff I used to make this. The only significant expenditure in this project was the pseudo Luxeon 1W whic...
By: Varun R

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 10:42:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Bamboo-Bicycle-And-Light-it-up/
Build a Bamboo Bicycle (And Light it up!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SMALL.jpg ben_k If you have ever wanted to build your own bicycle frame, but can't afford a framebuilding class or the materials to braze a frame, building one out of bamboo and carbon fiber is a great and relatively inexpensive way to get started.  In this Instructable, I will explain in detail how to build a grea...
By: ben_k

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:51:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Neon-Bike-Project-II/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/M9LE/GKXTXHD1/FU2M9LEGKXTXHD1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/M9LE/GKXTXHD1/FU2M9LEGKXTXHD1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/M9LE/GKXTXHD1/FU2M9LEGKXTXHD1.SMALL.jpg catman529 This is the second bike I have decked out with green and blue LEDs. The LEDs were purchased at Besthongkong.com. The neon underglow was created with HDPE hose tube found in the plumbing area at Lowes. Batteries and switch all contained in one trusty Altoids tin.
By: catman529

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Mar 2011 19:32:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tomato-Bike-Lamp-SSC-P7/
Tomato Bike Lamp (SSC P7) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/TX4E/GJHVLHLW/FPZTX4EGJHVLHLW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/TX4E/GJHVLHLW/FPZTX4EGJHVLHLW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/TX4E/GJHVLHLW/FPZTX4EGJHVLHLW.SMALL.jpg thewhite Actually the tittle should be "Poor man SSC P7 bike lamp" ;-). I've decided some time ago to build my own bike lamp based on SSC P7 LED. Sounds nice but instead using lathe and aluminium etc, I cut some corners and that instructable shows how quickly I've made fully functional bike light. At first o...
By: thewhite

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2011 05:14:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-bicycle-wheels/
LED bicycle wheels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/44EB/GJ65ZHWT/FEA44EBGJ65ZHWT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/44EB/GJ65ZHWT/FEA44EBGJ65ZHWT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/44EB/GJ65ZHWT/FEA44EBGJ65ZHWT.SMALL.jpg muromec Hello I am from Russia. I like bike and LED. I set the wheels of my bike LEDs I want to show you the process of creating. I sorry for my bad English, I use a translator Now my bike is also inset with LED logo Rammstein: http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-logo-Rammstein-on-bicycle/ Step 1 Buy ma...
By: muromec

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:06:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Helmet-Bike-Light-Front-and-Rear-in-30-Mins/
Helmet Bike Light Front and Rear in 30 Mins. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/J6VP/GIWZM40P/FIIJ6VPGIWZM40P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/J6VP/GIWZM40P/FIIJ6VPGIWZM40P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/J6VP/GIWZM40P/FIIJ6VPGIWZM40P.SMALL.jpg timhodson I wanted some flashing lights on my bike helmet, as anyone who cycles will know that the more lights you are showing the greater the chance of being seen before you are hit.  Hmmm, depressing eh, but there are no garuntees with this instructable :) . What you will have in about 30 minutes (it actua...
By: timhodson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:26:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-Colored-8-LED-Back-Bicycle-Safety-Light-mi/
Multi Colored 8 LED Back Bicycle Safety Light ( mini m&m housing) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/7KQH/GITHIT2S/FFR7KQHGITHIT2S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/7KQH/GITHIT2S/FFR7KQHGITHIT2S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/7KQH/GITHIT2S/FFR7KQHGITHIT2S.SMALL.jpg greenkush Here's my first instructable for a LED safety light. I decided to make it after wanting to make some lights for my bike and after seeing some guides on LED wiring. First I was going to make a 4 LED light but ended up making it 8 for better illumination. Constructive criticism is welcomed.  i. Mate...
By: greenkush

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Jan 2011 23:21:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/cheap-rechargeable-bike-light/
cheap rechargeable bike light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FA5/U1A1/GH8AG51Z/FA5U1A1GH8AG51Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA5/U1A1/GH8AG51Z/FA5U1A1GH8AG51Z.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA5/U1A1/GH8AG51Z/FA5U1A1GH8AG51Z.SMALL.jpg courtney I bought a NEBO #5550 HIGHBEAM Rechargeable Light  that uses a car cigarette lighter outlet to recharge for only $10. I found it really handy to carry around, and thought it would make a great bike head light if I could figure out how to make it stay on the handles bars, but still be able to take it...
By: courtney

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Dec 2010 17:08:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pink-Molly-Lighted-Cruiser-Bike/
Pink Molly Lighted Cruiser Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/IDOR/GGPEYG4G/FQ8IDORGGPEYG4G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/IDOR/GGPEYG4G/FQ8IDORGGPEYG4G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/IDOR/GGPEYG4G/FQ8IDORGGPEYG4G.SMALL.jpg dan Turn your cruiser bike into a night-time flyer!  We put 10 feet of form-fitted LED light strips onto the Pink Molly 3-speed cruiser bike. To do this build you only need basic soldering and wiring skills. Our own beloved Molly (the exact bike shown in the photos) is currently for sale for $750.  Th...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Nov 2010 21:42:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Bikers-LED-Light-Flip-flopping/
Make a Bikers LED Light. Flip-flopping. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SMALL.jpg ynze Bikers are vulnerable at night in traffic. Now, being vulnerable is fine, as long as it can be noticed by others. So what does a biker need to get noticed at night? That's right! Blinking starlight! Have a look at the video: If you can't see the video, take a look at it here. But where I live, ...
By: ynze

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Nov 2010 05:38:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Helmet-Lights/
Bike Helmet Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/66TN/GFRWNCPG/FY866TNGFRWNCPG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/66TN/GFRWNCPG/FY866TNGFRWNCPG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/66TN/GFRWNCPG/FY866TNGFRWNCPG.SMALL.jpg j44 A low profile neat way of adding lights to your bike helmet without damaging the helmet or permanently attaching anything to it. The mod uses a universal phone charger as a compact power supply that uses a single AA battery.  You will need: Helmet  2 x 10mm 0.5W white LEDs 2 x 5mm high brightness...
By: j44

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Nov 2010 06:37:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-removable-helmet-light-mount-made-fro/
Quick attach, adjustable, no cost helmet light mount! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/1JC8/GERP91FX/FZ01JC8GERP91FX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/1JC8/GERP91FX/FZ01JC8GERP91FX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/1JC8/GERP91FX/FZ01JC8GERP91FX.SMALL.jpg jimmypop I didn't want to spend a lot of money on a "real" helmet light, so I went out and bought a comparatively cheap flashlight. The problems I then faced were; how to mount it? How can I get the light beam where I want it?  How can i make it easy to mount and remove?  This is my solution. Materials and...
By: jimmypop

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 17:48:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-bright-cheap-and-small-bike-light/
Super bright, cheap, and small bike light! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/A6LC/GDNIZKG5/FTGA6LCGDNIZKG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/A6LC/GDNIZKG5/FTGA6LCGDNIZKG5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/A6LC/GDNIZKG5/FTGA6LCGDNIZKG5.SMALL.jpg jimbo333 Disclaimer: I am not responsible for your actions. if you cut, burn, electricute or hurt yourself in anyway i am not responsible. always be safe and use the appropriate protection. safety goggles are recommended.  I lost my bike light a while ago, and now with shorter days aproaching i will have to...
By: jimbo333

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Sep 2010 09:14:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Contactless-dynamo-bike-wheel-lights/
Contactless dynamo bike wheel lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/WG3N/GCGNTQWX/FL7WG3NGCGNTQWX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/WG3N/GCGNTQWX/FL7WG3NGCGNTQWX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/WG3N/GCGNTQWX/FL7WG3NGCGNTQWX.SMALL.jpg vbnicolau On this instructable you will see how to power some LEDs spinning in a bike wheel without any battery. This project is very similar to another one previously presented (http://www.instructables.com/id/Contactless-dynamo-powering-bike-safety-lights/ ), with the difference that now the coils and the L...
By: vbnicolau

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Aug 2010 18:38:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electroluminescent-Mountain-Bike/
Electroluminescent Mountain Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SMALL.jpg QuackMasterDan This guide offers you the chance to implement electroluminescent wire (EL Wire) and LED strings to light up the night while riding safe, shiny, and highly stylish. Electroluminescent Wire, also called EL Wire, is a copper cable coated in a reactive paint. By forcing electricity to jump through the ...
By: QuackMasterDan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:13:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Light-4/
Bike Light! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1EUL/GB4CYEP1/FOD1EULGB4CYEP1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1EUL/GB4CYEP1/FOD1EULGB4CYEP1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1EUL/GB4CYEP1/FOD1EULGB4CYEP1.SMALL.jpg TSC Ok do you ride at night on you're bike and you want to a get a light for you're bike but there to much well follow this instructable and you can have a light on you're bike!!! Stuff! OK this is the stuff you need: A Flash light, A bike, Tape, Find! OK now find were you could put you're flash l...
By: TSC

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Jul 2010 03:55:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-high-power-LED-bike-head-light-with-integ/
Improved high power LED bike head light with integrated heat sink - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/Y2GC/G7DYJ7XA/FH4Y2GCG7DYJ7XA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/Y2GC/G7DYJ7XA/FH4Y2GCG7DYJ7XA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/Y2GC/G7DYJ7XA/FH4Y2GCG7DYJ7XA.SMALL.jpg jmengel After scouring the globe for the right parts, the following is an updated version of my copper fitting based LED bike head light. See the original high power LED bike head light with integrated heat sink instructable for the details on the earlier version. The latest incarnation uses a cheaper and m...
By: jmengel

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2010 20:58:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tail-Light-and-Blinker-Setup-for-Motor-Bicycles/
Tail Light and Blinker Setup for Motor Bicycles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/WTSE/FQR1O91X/FLLWTSEFQR1O91X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/WTSE/FQR1O91X/FLLWTSEFQR1O91X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/WTSE/FQR1O91X/FLLWTSEFQR1O91X.SMALL.jpg Stills00 OK here we go this is a basic step by step that will help you understand how to do this project. Not Exactly how to do it because it will be different for everyone. (sound familiar its Zoom#25;s moto) Hope you can get how to do this and ill see many more pictures of peoples working brake light and t...
By: Stills00

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2010 11:43:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-trailer-panel-light-from-LCD-monitor/
Bike (trailer) panel light from LCD monitor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/G95R/G51GRK58/F6YG95RG51GRK58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/G95R/G51GRK58/F6YG95RG51GRK58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/G95R/G51GRK58/F6YG95RG51GRK58.SMALL.jpg BobS LCD surgery Open the casing, be careful for remaining charge in capacitors: 94 V! Work your way through taking the thing apart, take the display unit out. The unit is framed in thin metal, usually held together with tape and some glue. From front to back, the unit has the following layers:   ...
By: BobS

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Feb 2010 01:33:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Over-sized-bike-light-with-custom-handle-bars/
Over sized bike light with custom handle bars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/UQAP/G4PBXD76/FDVUQAPG4PBXD76.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/UQAP/G4PBXD76/FDVUQAPG4PBXD76.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/UQAP/G4PBXD76/FDVUQAPG4PBXD76.SMALL.jpg BobS Feb 11th: Finishing almost ready, new pics to be added in a few days. The cold weather causes the delay. Thinking for quite a while about a sturdy and cool bike light, I found a great motorcycle head light at a 2nd hand market. My initial requirements for the lights:  (After installing the fixtur...
By: BobS

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