LAB-432-Ciro Lighting for 2024 & Newer Harley-Davidson Motorcycles: What You Need and How It All Works

“K-O-L-O-R” is the name the host uses for a specific product/listing keyword related to the lighting/color system they’re installing. In practice, it’s a way to find the exact lighting/color parts in the Law Abiding Biker Store catalog.

A Harley-Davidson Street Glide is a touring motorcycle known for its full fairing and comfortable long-distance setup. In this segment, the host specifies a “24” Street Glide, meaning a 2024 model year, and they’re describing adding lighting/color components to it.

Hand guards are aftermarket covers mounted in front of a motorcycle’s handlebars to protect the rider’s hands from wind, debris, and light impacts. In this segment, the host is discussing colored hand guards (e.g., orange) as part of a lighting/appearance setup.

A radiator fan is an electric fan mounted to the motorcycle’s radiator to pull air through the cooling fins. On off-road bikes, it helps maintain coolant temperature when you’re crawling in traffic, riding slow trails, or dealing with low airflow.

Front wheel bearings are the components that support the motorcycle’s front wheel and allow it to rotate with low friction. When they wear, you may hear grinding/rumbling, feel vibration, or notice rough steering—so replacing them is a key maintenance job.

“Rotate the bearing” is the practical step of turning the bearing by hand to check smooth movement and proper seating. If it feels gritty, catches, or doesn’t spin freely, that’s a sign the bearing may be installed incorrectly or is worn/damaged.

ECM stands for Engine Control Module. It’s the vehicle’s main computer that monitors sensors and controls engine-related functions like fuel and ignition strategy.

BCM stands for Body Control Module. It’s a computer that manages non-engine electrical systems—often including lighting, door/comfort features, and other body electronics—depending on the vehicle.

Modern vehicles use multiple electronic control units that communicate over vehicle networks. If one module is misconfigured or faulty (“out of whack”), it can cause broader system issues because the modules rely on each other’s messages.

DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) are standardized codes stored by a motorcycle’s onboard computer when it detects a fault. They help technicians pinpoint what system is acting up—like lighting, sensors, or emissions-related components—without guessing.

The Ciro standard adapter is an interface piece that lets you connect Ciro lighting accessories to your motorcycle. In this episode, it’s presented as one of two options for getting the lights to work with the bike’s electrical system.

The Jeep Commander is a mid-size SUV from Jeep, built for family hauling and everyday driving with available four-wheel-drive capability. It’s the kind of vehicle that comes up in conversations about practicality and road-trip comfort, especially when riders or drivers are talking about what they need to carry gear and passengers. The podcast mention appears to be referencing the Commander by name in the context of a “light strike” style or trim wording.

The Ciro Light Strike Commander is a controller module for Ciro lighting that enables programmable lighting behaviors. Here it’s described as providing animations, different flash patterns, and colors, which you can then customize on the bike.

Light Strike technology is Ciro’s lighting control system that supports programmable effects. The key point in the episode is that to use Light Strike technology, you must have the Light Strike Commander controller.

On a motorcycle, the wiring harness is the bundled set of wires that routes power and signals to lights and other electronics. Here, the host specifically mentions the main rear wiring harness, which is the back-of-bike wiring that feeds the rear lighting and turn-signal circuits.

A filler panel is an accessory body panel used to cover gaps or replace trim around the seat/rear area. In this context, it’s being used as the mounting location for additional lights, so the wiring and connectors are routed to support those new lamps.

“Stock” brake lights are the factory-installed rear brake lamps. The host is describing a lighting upgrade where the factory brake lights are replaced with brake lights integrated into the new filler panel lights.

Turn signals are the front/rear lamps that indicate a rider’s intended direction of travel. The host is specifically talking about swapping the factory turn signals for turn-signal lights integrated into the new filler panel lights.

In wiring upgrades, “plug” usually means using a connector so the new light assembly can connect to the existing harness without hardwiring. The host’s point is that the filler panel lights connect directly, avoiding extra disassembly under the seat.

A tour pack is a luggage/storage box mounted on the rear of a motorcycle, typically on Harley-Davidson touring models. It’s designed to carry gear and often integrates lighting and mounting points for accessories. In this segment, the light is mounted underneath the tour pack.

OAM typically means “original accessory manufacturer” (or “original equipment/accessory manufacturer” in some contexts), referring to the company that made the factory-style accessory shape or mounting pattern. The speaker says the light works with other brands as long as their tour pack shape matches the OAM shape. That implies the mounting/fitment depends on the accessory’s geometry.

3M tape refers to adhesive tape made by 3M, commonly used for automotive and motorcycle mounting because it can bond to painted surfaces and plastics. For lighting installs, it’s often used when you want a clean, non-drilled mounting method. The speaker says the light adheres to the underside of the tour pack with 3M tape.

“Ghost technology” in motorcycle lighting usually means a low-visibility lens/appearance when the light is off, so it blends into the bike’s bodywork. When illuminated, the light output becomes visible, often through a smoked or tinted lens design. The speaker describes it as a smoked lens that’s inconspicuous when off but provides lighting when on.

“Light strike-enabled” refers to a lighting system feature that’s been enabled/authorized to work with specific lighting functions. In this context, it’s tied to how the bike’s lighting control is set up to recognize compatible bulbs or modules.

“Run-turn break” appears to be shorthand for basic lighting functions: running lights, turn signals, and brake lights. The speaker’s point is that the feature they’re discussing isn’t limited to just those basic functions—it’s part of a more capable lighting system.

IFCU is the Harley-Davidson lighting/control module referenced here as the system that manages lighting behavior on newer bikes. When the speaker says their bike has the IFCU, they’re explaining why an adapter is needed for the newer lighting setup to work correctly.

A “4-6 pin adapter” is a wiring harness adapter that changes the connector/pin layout so an aftermarket lighting setup can plug into the bike’s existing IFCU/lighting wiring. The key point is compatibility: the adapter lets the newer bike’s connector work with the lighting system being installed.

A “check engine” light is the dashboard warning that the motorcycle’s engine management system has detected a fault. It’s triggered by sensors and diagnostic codes stored in the bike’s computer.

ABS (anti-lock braking system) prevents wheel lockup during hard braking by modulating brake pressure. When an ABS warning light is on, the system may be disabled or not functioning correctly.

Traction control is an electronic system that reduces wheel spin by cutting engine torque and/or adjusting power delivery when it detects loss of grip. A traction control warning light indicates the system is active, limited, or faulted.

Pulling a fuse is a way to fully cut power to part of the motorcycle’s electrical system, which can clear certain temporary faults stored in modules. After power is removed and restored, some systems may re-initialize and the warnings can disappear if the underlying issue is gone.

A “mini fuse” is a small blade-style automotive/motorcycle fuse used to protect specific circuits. The speaker contrasts it with the “main fuse,” implying different levels of electrical reset.

“Butt buffer” seat cushions are aftermarket motorcycle seat pads designed to improve ride comfort by adding cushioning and helping reduce vibration felt by the rider. They’re typically used to make long rides less fatiguing.

A throttle position sensor (TPS) tells the motorcycle’s engine computer how far the throttle is opened. That input helps control fuel delivery and ignition timing, so a bad TPS can cause drivability problems.

TPS is the abbreviation for throttle position sensor. It’s the sensor that measures throttle opening angle and sends that data to the engine computer.

The throttle body is the air-control housing where the throttle plate sits. The throttle position sensor works with it by reporting how the throttle plate is positioned.

“Codes” refers to diagnostic trouble codes stored by the motorcycle’s onboard computer. They’re triggered when the system detects a fault (like a sensor reading out of range or an electrical issue). The codes help narrow down what component or circuit to inspect.

Dielectric grease is a non-conductive protective compound used on electrical connectors. It helps repel moisture and reduces corrosion, improving connection reliability. It’s commonly applied to connector pins and boots during wiring repairs.

Connectors are the plug-together electrical interfaces between wiring harnesses and components. Loose, corroded, or moisture-contaminated connectors can cause intermittent faults that come and go. Cleaning and reseating them is a common troubleshooting step.

A coil pack is the ignition component that turns low-voltage power into the high-voltage spark needed to ignite the fuel-air mixture. On many motorcycles, it contains multiple ignition coils and is mounted so the spark can be delivered to the cylinders via plug wires or direct connections.

“Zip tied” refers to using plastic cable ties to bundle and secure wires. In an ignition/coil-pack area, poor routing or excessive pressure from bundling can contribute to wire damage from abrasion, pinching, or vibration.

BCI is the module/device that connects the tuner to the motorcycle’s diagnostic/data port. In this context, it’s the interface that lets the tuner communicate with the bike so you can change settings.

Bluetooth is a wireless connection method used here to communicate between the tuning app/device and the motorcycle. Using Bluetooth can make tuning more convenient because you don’t have to physically connect a cable for every adjustment.

The “Screamin’ Eagle tuner” is a Harley-Davidson performance tuning product line. The host is contrasting it with the SE street tuner/BCI setup and saying they don’t like how the Screamin’ Eagle tuner behaved (including app issues).

An SE tuner is a Harley-Davidson tuning device used to reprogram the engine’s fuel and ignition behavior. It’s typically used to tailor the bike after changes like intake/exhaust upgrades or a “stage” flash so the engine runs correctly under different conditions.

Autotune is an automated tuning mode where the bike’s system adjusts fueling based on sensor feedback. In this segment, the speaker says the tuner isn’t in autotune mode, meaning it’s not actively learning and changing settings in real time.

A stage one flash is a pre-packaged reprogramming of the Harley’s engine control module (ECM) for common “first step” modifications. It typically changes fueling/ignition to match the airflow changes from parts like intake and exhaust, and it’s why the bike can run properly after those upgrades.

RPM (revolutions per minute) is how fast the engine is spinning. The speaker notes the tuner can still monitor RPM even when it isn’t actively tuning, which is how it can track engine behavior.

“Married to your bike” is a casual way of describing pairing/locking a phone to a specific motorcycle system. Once paired, the bike’s app or controller recognizes that phone as the authorized device.

To “pair” in this context means establishing a Bluetooth (or similar) connection between the motorcycle system and a phone. The host is saying the setup should be able to pair with different phones if needed.

“Bricked” means the device becomes unusable—like it’s stuck in a failed state and won’t boot or respond. In motorcycle electronics, this often happens after a bad update, failed pairing, or an incompatible configuration.

“Shock and awe” is a branded lighting system for motorcycles that controls multiple lighting elements as a coordinated setup. In this segment, it’s specifically tied to LED under-glow lighting and later to an “evolved” version with added features.

LED under-glow lighting is a set of small LEDs mounted low on a motorcycle to cast colored light onto the ground around the bike. It’s mostly for visibility and style, and it can be controlled by the bike’s lighting module or an aftermarket controller.

An “extension kit” is an add-on hardware package that extends mounting points or provides additional structure for accessories. Here it’s described for the front forks, enabling the rider to install saddlebags more easily.

Saddlebags are hard or soft storage cases mounted on both sides of a motorcycle, typically near the seat area. They’re commonly used for commuting and touring, and this segment ties their installation to a fork extension kit.

“Shock and awe evolved” refers to an updated generation of the shock-and-awe motorcycle lighting kit. The segment also links it to “light strike enabled” behavior, implying smarter integration with the bike’s lighting/inputs so the LEDs can react to riding events.

An LED kit is a packaged set of LEDs plus the required wiring, connectors, and mounting hardware. In this segment, it’s specifically the “shock and awe evolved” LED kit, implying it’s designed to integrate with the system’s control features.

A “headlight” is the motorcycle’s main forward-facing light used for road visibility. In this segment, the speaker describes installing an accessory light that mounts behind the headlight and shines through the headlight lens.

“Accent colors” refers to secondary lighting colors used to visually highlight parts of a motorcycle—here, around the headlight. On many bikes, these are added with LED modules that project through the headlight lens area or mount behind it.

“Flash patterns” are programmable LED behaviors—like blinking, chasing, or pulsing—used for decorative or signaling effects. The key point is that these patterns can be restricted by local laws, especially when they’re visible to other drivers.

“Mini floorboards” are compact rider foot platforms mounted to the motorcycle, typically for the passenger. They’re smaller than standard floorboards but still provide a stable place for feet, often improving comfort and foot positioning.

“Passenger brackets” are mounting hardware used to attach passenger foot controls (like floorboards) to the motorcycle’s frame or existing mounting points. They’re important because the bracket design determines fitment and how securely the foot platform sits.

The Road Glide is a Harley-Davidson touring model known for its distinctive front fairing and comfortable long-distance setup. In this segment, the host is talking about how hand guards fit and work on the Road Glide, especially when you have taller handlebars or are positioned forward over the fairing.