Honda Motorcycle CTX700 License Plate Bulb Size

The Honda Motorcycle CTX700 uses a license plate light with a specific 168 bulb size for the lighting components. Data for the bulb specifications covers the range from 2014 to 2016.

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

Years	Bulb Size
2014-2018	168

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.	168

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Additional Notes

The Honda Motorcycle CTX700 uses the 168 bulb for its license plate position across the 2014-2018 model years.
The 168 is a T10 miniature wedge bulb, a form factor defined by its wedge-shaped base, which allows it to be inserted directly into a socket without a separate metal base or pins.
This bulb operates at 12 volts and draws 4.9 watts, placing it in the low-wattage range typical of license plate and courtesy lighting applications.
The 168 designation follows ANSI standardization, meaning the bulb conforms to a defined specification recognized across the United States and Canada.
The T10 wedge base is a widely used format in automotive and motorcycle lighting, and bulbs sharing this base type are physically interchangeable in terms of socket fit, though electrical ratings may differ between part numbers.
When substituting a different T10 wedge bulb for the 168, the voltage rating of 12V must be matched to avoid premature failure or insufficient output.