Due to the strong focus the lamp is particularly suitable for fast driving with ahead-looking view. The light output is sufficient to useful lighten the road in dark areas, for unobstructed street lighting but it goes under. In order to have the security of a preceding light cone and clearly visible in every situation, many times more light would be necessary. rough estimate would have the light output will be approximately 3 lux.
The lens head carries some light to the sides and makes the light from extreme angles even in daylight visible. The above something protruding casing effectively prevents self-dazzling.
Shape
All electronics are waterproof housed in the front part, the rear is only for battery compartment. The two parts can also be at the wheel infected by a 1/24 rotation easily disassembled. The plastic housing is protected by a seal against ingress of splashing water and makes a solid and perfectly fitting impression.
The clamp is easy to install by the finely adjustable quick release. It holds well on the handlebars, even when violently vibrating wheel, the light angle does not change. It is in stages to 31.8 mm, 26.2 / 26 mm and 25.4 mm and adjustable to fit the widest setting also to handlebar tube shifter + + handlebar tape.
Electronics
The lamp has three modes; Off, flashing and continuous light. They are all around by selected via the button on top of the case. For this, the electronics have to run constantly, constantly consuming some power and can therefore damage batteries from deep discharge or bring batteries to leak. Referring to the packaging, remove the batteries during long periods of disuse, so you should follow. Obviously, the electronics are also designed for 1.5 V cells, as recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Alkaline cells for optimal operation.
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Weight
Powered by 2 x AA / AA batteries results in a compact design and low weight. The lamp weighs empty 48 g and 94 g with batteries.
Conclusion
Overall, the Smart Polaris + a decent and cheap lamp. The imitation of Busch & Müller Ixon IQ is unmistakable and of course their performance unmatched yet occupied the Smart Polaris with lower price, lower weight and lower light an interesting position in the lower market segment. She feels on the road in the city of R (ennr) ad especially at home.
Please note
The lamp has "Must be in the scope of the highway code is not used" no StVZO approval and how consistently on the package.
