Just installed them on mine. I didn't have any issues with the wire hold-down...I pushed it out from the "back" or bottom. Those little plates made a huge difference. I also installed the Ilium foot pegs....they match the bike perfectly and work a treat. I'm impressed. Thank you for this tutorial, it was spot on.
Thank you for the video, I just did mine as well. Didn't have any issues with the wire hold down as well. But it's very hard to put back in. IT makes great difference. it's such a relaxed natural position. I am growing old 😀
...Way better method of installing the helibar extenders than the directions that helibar provides. You saved me from having to drill out stripped T40 bolt heads. Thank you!
Hello Jeff...awesome video! I intend to buy a new GT later this year, but I'm on the smaller side at 5'9" with a 30.5" inseam, and so I think the low seat option is a must, but the handlebar position on the B model is slightly higher and closer than the GT, so the riser in your video is a way to reproduce that position. Have you noticed any adverse effects on handling after installing the risers? I have read comments on the forums both ways, so I thought I'd ask your thoughts since you have both bikes side by side. I could just get the B model, but I much prefer the aesthetics of the GT. Thanks for your input!!
Hi Jay. Checking your vid on risers for my GTL. How did you get those bolts out (they seems to be aluminium cast and already strip one. any tricks to take them out. Dont want to bring the bike to dealership for a 3 hours jobs. thanks in advance mike
Here in the US we have GT and GTL, B and Grand America. My 2 GTs are the same height, and are the tallest of all the K1600s which is one of the reasons I went with the GT. The Bagger and Grand America are lower, but at 6'3" I preferred the taller bike. :)
Yes, it really did. Gives you just that little bit more of an up right seating position the takes a bit of strain off your lower back since you aren't leaning forward quite as far. In the mountains on curvy roads you don't really notice it. But a couple hours on the interstate and you really start to understand how much of a difference was made.
Hi Jeff & Jay Thank you for the informative video. I am also 6'3 and I have test driven a GT model. I found the handlebars very low. I want to raise them but do not want to bring it closer to me. For some reason I already feel a bit cramped. In some way it feels like the bars are not wide enough and for that reason I do not want it to become closer. Any wisdom on options?
Also, on the earlier model GT it looks like there is a multi-position mount; curious as to where that came from. Which one do you like better? Thank You!
Hi Jay bear I've been watching your videos new subscriber, I'm currently on a Honda vtx 1800 and want to make the move to the bmw k1600 I'm 6 foot 4 same as you and will be riding 2up with my wife there's not much for dealerships out here in s.d. can you tell me if the gt or the gtl would be more comfortable for a tall guy like us? Long distance? I noticed difference in seat height and fuel tank size can always add the top case to the gt like you did I see good used ones going for that 9-10 grand range do I go gt or gtl?
Hi Kyle, can't believe your comment got lost in the shuffle here. SO sorry I didn't catch this when it might have been helpful. Yes, the GT is way better for taller riders, and I had a Russell Day Long extra tall saddle made. Completely transforms the bike! Hope you are loving whatever you bought.
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure I ended up on a 2012 gtl I love the bike, that said I'm still on a stock seat and can easily flat foot the bike while on the center stand, definitely going to have to change something up!!
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Just installed them on mine. I didn't have any issues with the wire hold-down...I pushed it out from the "back" or bottom. Those little plates made a huge difference. I also installed the Ilium foot pegs....they match the bike perfectly and work a treat. I'm impressed.
Thank you for this tutorial, it was spot on.
Thank you for the video, I just did mine as well. Didn't have any issues with the wire hold down as well. But it's very hard to put back in. IT makes great difference. it's such a relaxed natural position. I am growing old 😀
I got the little wiring bracket off easily, but dropped it & lost it in the bodywork while re-installing it! What a pain. The video was very helpful.
...Way better method of installing the helibar extenders than the directions that helibar provides. You saved me from having to drill out stripped T40 bolt heads. Thank you!
I am glad I could help!
Another great video from Jay Bear!
Nice bike jay I have the same 1 ,can't fault it ,regards dingo from Australia
Hello Jeff...awesome video! I intend to buy a new GT later this year, but I'm on the smaller side at 5'9" with a 30.5" inseam, and so I think the low seat option is a must, but the handlebar position on the B model is slightly higher and closer than the GT, so the riser in your video is a way to reproduce that position. Have you noticed any adverse effects on handling after installing the risers? I have read comments on the forums both ways, so I thought I'd ask your thoughts since you have both bikes side by side. I could just get the B model, but I much prefer the aesthetics of the GT. Thanks for your input!!
Why is it that you own 2 K1600 ?
Hi Jay. Checking your vid on risers for my GTL. How did you get those bolts out (they seems to be aluminium cast and already strip one. any tricks to take them out. Dont want to bring the bike to dealership for a 3 hours jobs. thanks in advance
mike
Did the brake hose tighten when turning to the right?
Nope, I've not experienced any issues. Great question though!
Thanks for the video! Do the bar risers allow more room to use a tank bag, or would there be even less room for the bag when moving the bars to lock?
Technically there will be a tad less room lock-to-lock, but it really isn't much. If you have a soft tank bag I don't think it will be an issue.
Have you noticed the lower suspention on the Sport yet?
Here in the US we have GT and GTL, B and Grand America. My 2 GTs are the same height, and are the tallest of all the K1600s which is one of the reasons I went with the GT. The Bagger and Grand America are lower, but at 6'3" I preferred the taller bike. :)
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure That's odd as it looks lower in yoru video, not the seat hight but the suspension hieght.
Why didn't you use your torque wrench when you were mounting the bars to the spacers?
Those bolts aren't under any real force like a lug nut for instance. I just went TIGHT with locktight thread locker so they won't loosen over time.
Please, would you provide information on your radar detector mounting setup? Thank You
Sorry, Ian, I thought I'd responded. It is a techmount.com mount. They have several variations. pirateslair.net also carries some good ones.
Where is the video about the ride to evaluate the bar riser mods? I want to possibly add this to my 2013 GTL but need a little more real world info.
It really is a nice change, and like the foot pegs, it all adds up. Sorry I haven't gotten around to reviewing it officially!
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure did it increase long distance comfort?
Yes, it really did. Gives you just that little bit more of an up right seating position the takes a bit of strain off your lower back since you aren't leaning forward quite as far. In the mountains on curvy roads you don't really notice it. But a couple hours on the interstate and you really start to understand how much of a difference was made.
Hi Jeff & Jay Thank you for the informative video. I am also 6'3 and I have test driven a GT model. I found the handlebars very low. I want to raise them but do not want to bring it closer to me. For some reason I already feel a bit cramped. In some way it feels like the bars are not wide enough and for that reason I do not want it to become closer. Any wisdom on options?
Helibars makes a complete conversion kit. Multi way adjustable. I don't like the looks, but that is a personal choice. Take a look!
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure thank you very much I will definitely have a look.
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure Very adjustable but I can see why you do not like the look. It is definitely not "soft" on the eye.
I have used Helibars & Wunderlich. I settled with the latter.
Also, on the earlier model GT it looks like there is a multi-position mount; curious as to where that came from. Which one do you like better? Thank You!
I like the taller mount on the old bike, actually. I may swap them out since they are the same setup now.
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure What is the mounting device/hardware?
@@pratoren They both are Techmount.com products. There are knock-off versions available on ebay and alibaba.com if you can wait a few weeks.
Hi Jay bear I've been watching your videos new subscriber, I'm currently on a Honda vtx 1800 and want to make the move to the bmw k1600 I'm 6 foot 4 same as you and will be riding 2up with my wife there's not much for dealerships out here in s.d. can you tell me if the gt or the gtl would be more comfortable for a tall guy like us? Long distance? I noticed difference in seat height and fuel tank size can always add the top case to the gt like you did I see good used ones going for that 9-10 grand range do I go gt or gtl?
On a side note I like the looks of the grand america and bagger better but not sure that a guy of my stature would fit on one
Hi Kyle, can't believe your comment got lost in the shuffle here. SO sorry I didn't catch this when it might have been helpful. Yes, the GT is way better for taller riders, and I had a Russell Day Long extra tall saddle made. Completely transforms the bike! Hope you are loving whatever you bought.
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure I ended up on a 2012 gtl I love the bike, that said I'm still on a stock seat and can easily flat foot the bike while on the center stand, definitely going to have to change something up!!
If you got that mount from Wunderlich, you paid too much. Their prices are ridiculous.
I know, right? But the quality is very consistent. I got the bar risers from Ali Express for like $23, instead of almost 300 bucks.
Wunderlich pricey but high quality. They also configure very accurately to respective BMW bikes. Worth it.
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure I wouldn't trust those Chinesium bolts as far as I could throw them.
Man grow up
Hey Huzar, some moron broke into your account and is leaving ridiculous comments pretending to be you. Time to change your password...
@@JayBearjaysbigadventure time for u to retirement center
@@huzar777kosy2 Spoken like a true child. It your parent's basement nice?
I owy18 bikes my friend loved your bike got three from k series wish u best