How to Pick the Right LED Headlight Bulb Type for Your Snowmobile
Upgrading your snowmobile’s headlights to LED is one of the smartest moves you can make — but only if you choose the correct bulb type for your sled.
Whether you ride a Polaris, Ski-Doo, Arctic Cat, or Yamaha, here’s how to make sure you get the right fit and avoid the most common LED installation mistakes.
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Step 1: Know Your Bulb Type (H4, H13, 880, or Custom)
Most snowmobiles use one of these bulb types:
- H4 – A dual-beam bulb found on many Polaris, Arctic Cat, Ski-Doo, and Yamaha sleds
- H13 – Common on newer models across all brands
- 880 – Frequently found on older sleds or machines with four separate bulbs (2 low beam + 2 high beam)
- Custom/proprietary bulbs – Found on vintage or premium models with non-standard housings
To confirm your bulb type:
- Check your owner’s manual
- Look at the existing bulb — the type (H4, H13, 880) is usually stamped on the base
- Use our Fitment Tool by entering your year, make, and model
- Or simply Google your sled model + “headlight bulb type”
- Still unsure? Contact Us and we’ll tell you exactly what fits.
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Step 2: Use the Fitment Tool for Instant Results
Our Snowmobile LED Headlights page has a built-in fitment tool so you can quickly find the exact LED kit for your sled. Just plug in your machine’s year, make, and model — no guesswork, no hassle.
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Step 3: AC vs DC Power – What You Need to Know
Some sleds (especially Polaris and Arctic Cat) run AC power. LEDs require DC power — but don’t worry. We have you covered.
✅ Just add one of our plug-and-play inline rectifiers, and you’re ready to run LEDs even on AC-powered snowmobiles.
Brands like Ski-Doo and Yamaha usually run DC by default, so most of their models don’t need a rectifier.
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Step 4: Wear Gloves During Install (Seriously)
Your LED bulbs contain sensitive electronics. Oils from your hands can damage chipsets or cause premature failure. That’s why it’s critical to:
- Wear nitrile or latex gloves
- Avoid touching the fan or LED chips
- Follow the install guide provided
➡️ Failure to wear gloves can void your lifetime warranty.
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Step 5: Choose Standard vs High Power Series
We offer two levels of brightness — both trail-tested and snow-ready:
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Standard Series LED Kits
✅ Ideal for casual riders, general trail use, and plug-and-play installs -
High Power Series LED Kits
✅ 130W | 13,000 lumens | Turbo-cooled
✅ Built for aggressive night riders, wide-open trail systems, or mountain adventures
✅ Ready to Light Up the Trail?
With the right bulb type and the right LED kit, your snowmobile will transform into a night-riding machine. Whether it’s H4, H13, or 880 — LEDPowersport makes it easy.