Possible to replace battery on LM Urban?
11-14-14 | 04:18 PM
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Possible to replace battery on LM Urban?
I've been considering getting a new commuter light and I'm looking at either the Light and Motion Urban 800 or the Cygolite Expilion 850. I like that the Cygolite has a replaceable battery because they have a limited lifespan. However, I like the specs and reviews of the more expensive Light and Motion. In 2-3 years do you think it would be possible to replace the Light and Motion battery if it dies or suffers from a short life span? Does anyone have any experience with that?
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11-16-14 | 01:19 AM
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Have you asked Light and Motion that question? They are known for great customer service, and would probably answer quickly. I wouldn't be surprised if they offered a battery replacement service with quick turn around.
11-17-14 | 11:31 AM
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The batteries can be replaced on Urban headlights, but you have to send them back to Light & Motion. I have an Urban 500 that I've used for about 3 years, and the beam started "pulsing" this summer on all settings. I wrote to L&M about the problem, and they told me they would replace the battery and/or fix the problem for $45 plus shipping. They also offered to give me a 25% discount on any current models, so I opted to buy a new Urban 800, which cost me about $110 with the discount.
I'm keeping the old Urban 500 as a backup because it still works fine, despite the pulsing.
I really wish L&M had user-replaceable batteries like Lezyne and other brands. However, I still feel that Urban lights are superior to other models that I've compared for commuting purposes. They are very light weight, have decent run times, powerful enough for my needs, and are easy to mount as well as recharge.
I'm keeping the old Urban 500 as a backup because it still works fine, despite the pulsing.
I really wish L&M had user-replaceable batteries like Lezyne and other brands. However, I still feel that Urban lights are superior to other models that I've compared for commuting purposes. They are very light weight, have decent run times, powerful enough for my needs, and are easy to mount as well as recharge.
11-24-14 | 10:46 AM
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The batteries can be replaced on Urban headlights, but you have to send them back to Light & Motion. I have an Urban 500 that I've used for about 3 years, and the beam started "pulsing" this summer on all settings. I wrote to L&M about the problem, and they told me they would replace the battery and/or fix the problem for $45 plus shipping. They also offered to give me a 25% discount on any current models, so I opted to buy a new Urban 800, which cost me about $110 with the discount.
I'm keeping the old Urban 500 as a backup because it still works fine, despite the pulsing.
I really wish L&M had user-replaceable batteries like Lezyne and other brands. However, I still feel that Urban lights are superior to other models that I've compared for commuting purposes. They are very light weight, have decent run times, powerful enough for my needs, and are easy to mount as well as recharge.
I'm keeping the old Urban 500 as a backup because it still works fine, despite the pulsing.
I really wish L&M had user-replaceable batteries like Lezyne and other brands. However, I still feel that Urban lights are superior to other models that I've compared for commuting purposes. They are very light weight, have decent run times, powerful enough for my needs, and are easy to mount as well as recharge.
11-24-14 | 02:52 PM
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If you're electronically inclined you can replace the battery on any light that's not heat sealed/melted together. Some require a soldering iron, some are simply slide in/slide out. Some probably have connectors that need to be transferred from one battery to the other. All are relatively simple processes.
07-18-21 | 10:16 PM
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Sorry to necro this, but it's tidier than a new thread.
5.5 yrs of use on my Urban 350. Perfect for commute/MUP or as a helmet light.
Bat failed at 5.5 years
YT guides for the 18650 replacement on older ones, newer ones may have more glue
They soldered the BMS board contacts, which I would not recommend.
Battery+ will weld them for you or find a Endless-Sphere ebike nerd with a welder
Cheap replacement lights are ˜$50 and will do the job and at least a few more years bat about˜5$
L&M were offering 30% off but w postage and tax
Still, good lights and east to repair
5.5 yrs of use on my Urban 350. Perfect for commute/MUP or as a helmet light.
Bat failed at 5.5 years
YT guides for the 18650 replacement on older ones, newer ones may have more glue
They soldered the BMS board contacts, which I would not recommend.
Battery+ will weld them for you or find a Endless-Sphere ebike nerd with a welder
Cheap replacement lights are ˜$50 and will do the job and at least a few more years bat about˜5$
L&M were offering 30% off but w postage and tax
Still, good lights and east to repair
Last edited by bikebikebike; 07-25-21 at 11:15 PM.
