BMW Motorcycle K1 Tail Light Bulb Size

The BMW Motorcycle K1 tail light requires bulb size 5008 or 232 depending on the specific version of the lighting component installed on the vehicle. Data for the tail light bulb size covers the range from 1988 through 1993.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

YearsBulb Size
1991-19935008
1989-1990232
19885008

Bulb Specifications

Description Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V.5008
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon bulb with SV8.5 base. 12V, 3W.232

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