Originally Posted by
CaptMike
BCDrums, did you have any experience with the old Daytime Red? I'm curious how that compares with the new D6. I have the old Daytime Red, and consider it the best red tail light out there, by far. I also have the Daytime Yellow, but don't use it much anymore, although it is very effective also. My original batteries are about shot, so I contacted DiNotti to see if my old charger would work with the newer batteries. He said yes, but recommended the new D6 red tail light. I would consider it if it was anywhere near as bright as the old DT Red. But as I said before, nothing compares to that light. I would be hard for me to switch. Thank you.
Hi Cap'n,
When you say Daytime Red, do you mean the Quad 4 below?
Dinotte Quad Red tail light mounted on seat stay
If this is the light you mean, the new D6 is noticeably brighter. My unscientific measurement: I took both lights to the kitchen and turned them on maximum bright, and looked at the reflections in the black glass door of the microwave oven–they are both too bright to look at directly and judge. The D6 was brighter than the Quad 4.
After about 4 one-hour rides, batteries are still going on the D6s.
Good luck, stay safe. Thinking of Cap'n, maybe it's time for a Cap'n & Coke!
BC