THIS INSTALL TAKES ABOUT 2-3 HOURS DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. THE HARDEST PART IS GETTING THE KEY SWITCH IN AND OUT AS IT SITS IN A SLIGHT DEPRESSION IN THE TOP OF THE COOLANT TANK THAT WILL TAKE SOME EFFORT TO CLEAR THE LIP ANOTHER ISSUE I RAN ACROSS WAS THE NEW LOCKING PIN. I COULDN'T FIGURE OUT HOW TO SWITCH THEM OUT. SO THE BAR LICK WILL NOT WORK. WHICH REALLY DOESN'T MATTER AS THAT LOCK ISN'T GOING TO DO MUCH ANYWAYS
@@bufftech1092 I'm actually working on a solution since I've got a bit of extra down time as far as riding. Haven't come up with anything yet but I think I'm close
@@bufftech1092 I took it apart and replaced it with the one supplied in the with the stabilizer. It was a pretty straight forward fix. Just need a flat head screwdriver to pry off the metal cap to access it.
i have the same stabilizer oil my 2018 690. I didn't trim the plastic. I tried the metal T bar with a grinder so it was less wide. I managed to get the lock bar done after installation after about 6 months when i figured out how to pry off the cover of the key switch. Great video for those who may want to use this stabilizer. The stabilizer has removed my hide speed shake and shake on loose gravel/sand at speed.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment, letting me know it helped ya out. Ive had mine on for over a year now and beat the hell out of it. Still like the day I installed it..
hi thank you for uploading this video , it was verry helpfull in my case the contactslot came out verry easy by pushing with my left hand thumb the plastic coolant tank a bit down and use the right hand for the contact another note the t-bar is changed by savage because , it fitted exactly , i mean it did not have the long sides with two holes at one side but a shorter t bar with only a hole per side so no cutting sawing or fixing needed
Thank you. I'm glad it helped you out. I appreciate the update with the new T-bar in the Savage kit. Feel free to share the channel We welcome new subscribers
Thank you for the complement. I looked for instructions for a while and finally gave up. I like the way this unit mounts more than the Scotts. The Scotts risers and caps look cheap compared to the Savage unit
Fantastically helpful video! it's been a year since the install, the pieces looks like decent quality in your video, but could you make a quick update on the stabilizer?
Sure I'd be happy to. Give me a few days as I have a bunch of projects going on and it gets really busy here at the ranch in the spring w calfing and all.
I don't see why it wouldn't. They are pretty much the same bike. I'd double check if they are compatible. As far as the key it's a bit snug but the risers are almost double the height of a Scott's riser.kit
I was wondering if the bolt pattern of thebar clamps is the same as the stock bar clamps? The reason is I would like to add Highway Dirt Bikes handguards and they replace the top clamp.
Any chance to have a "test drive"? Impression? How does work? Comparison with "hi-end" Brands? Also suggestion about the tune (special for dirt bikes) is appreciated ?
Hi and thanks for this job ! I m lookin for a steering damper, i saw this one "cheapper" but i wonder if it s safe ? Can you give me your advice about this product ? Thank you
U are most welcome I appreciate the feedback. There are a lot of people I ride w as countless othets that use this same stabilizer and have had zero problems. Personally it does a great job. I would definitely suggest it to other riders
Thank you for the compliment. I just checked and this unit covers from 2011 to 2020. I was told several updates have been done to the kit. The biggest is the T-bar is now cut down so u don't have to cut it down or trim the schrouds like I did. Hope that helps.
The Scott's risers I found where all most a inch. The Savage unit is a tad over 2 and a half inches. Haven't had a chance to test em out a lot on trails but the little bit I have they seem perfect for standing up
@@lsmaxxed no.thats the hight of the bar risers I never measured the stock hight. I'll get out to the shop and see what the stock risers are. But I don't think they are over a 1 to a inch and a half.
Not silly at all. I actually didn't think about that to be honest. Everything I did was by trial and error as there where zero instructions anywhere when I did this install. But the new kits being shipped now have the shorter T-bar that do not require any trimming
Has anyone had a problem with the existing steering lock shaft being too short once the T-bar is in place? A longer steering lock shaft is included with the stabiliser but not sure if its that straightforward to replace as you need to break open the ignition barrel?
You pretty much have disassemble the key cylinder. I messed with it for about 30 minutes and decided it wasnt worth it. Most people wanting to steal a bike arnt going to let a steering lock stop them as they are easily broken with a hard hit. Now with that being said There was a recent post from another viewer that said it was pretty easy once he got the plastic cover off. maybe reply to his comment and maybe he can help ya out more. Thank you for the feedback and good luck
@@mikeskinner70 your welcome, good luck its pretty easy. Hope you get the longer steering lock figured out.. If ya do email me and let me know how ya did it. easttexasadv@yahoo.com
@@EastTexasADV did mine today, the ignition barrel was actually not hard, only a flat head screwdriver to pop the cap off, goes back together easily too. One thing i didn't do was grease the new steering lock pin, the key feels a little stiff when using the steering lock so would probably be worth doing
Thank you. I agree. But They have improved the t bar. Also, I didn't think about this when I did the original install. Another viewer suggested trimming the extra portion off the t-bar u didn't need.. That would make it definitely easier. I believe
Your welcome I hope it helps. i looked everywhere for instructions anything that would give some insight on how to install this unit. It's not as hard as I thought it would have been. With this video I hope more will feel comfortable enough to pick p these units as a alternative to the others on the market.
I got the Savage brand and please,,,SAVE your money and buy Scott's or the other,,, right out of the box it was leaking oil. The box inside already had some oil spill. I manage to refill it hoping that it was just a fluke.. Unfortunately it is leaking. The settings are really useless for fine tuning. It goes many clicks and no change just the last 3 clicks it starts dampening. The material is soft. The lever has a lot of movement before it engages. Waste of money!!!!
Wow that sucks. Have you contacted the seller? I would have done that immediately once I opened the box and saw that it was leaking. I have seen Scotts do the same thing unfortunately. Guess that's gonna happen when you have the parts machined in China and assembled in the US. You might get better quality control with the inal product but that's about it, quality as a whole isn't gonna change a whole lot. As far as the clickers not doing much as far as fine tuning the dampener there is another adjustment point under that black plastic cap. That it for your fine tuning.
@@EastTexasADV I did not bother with it because shipping it back would cost me more than half of the price and I decided to keep the bracket at least. I posted a negative review on Alliexpress and I assume they don't read them anyway because they thanked me for it 😃
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THIS INSTALL TAKES ABOUT 2-3 HOURS DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. THE HARDEST PART IS GETTING THE KEY SWITCH IN AND OUT AS IT SITS IN A SLIGHT DEPRESSION IN THE TOP OF THE COOLANT TANK THAT WILL TAKE SOME EFFORT TO CLEAR THE LIP
ANOTHER ISSUE I RAN ACROSS WAS THE NEW LOCKING PIN. I COULDN'T FIGURE OUT HOW TO SWITCH THEM OUT. SO THE BAR LICK WILL NOT WORK. WHICH REALLY DOESN'T MATTER AS THAT LOCK ISN'T GOING TO DO MUCH ANYWAYS
Any info on changing the lock rod?
@@bufftech1092 I'm actually working on a solution since I've got a bit of extra down time as far as riding. Haven't come up with anything yet but I think I'm close
@@bufftech1092 I took it apart and replaced it with the one supplied in the with the stabilizer. It was a pretty straight forward fix. Just need a flat head screwdriver to pry off the metal cap to access it.
i have the same stabilizer oil my 2018 690. I didn't trim the plastic. I tried the metal T bar with a grinder so it was less wide. I managed to get the lock bar done after installation after about 6 months when i figured out how to pry off the cover of the key switch. Great video for those who may want to use this stabilizer. The stabilizer has removed my hide speed shake and shake on loose gravel/sand at speed.
Thank you. The new kits have the T-bar already.
Can you give us instructions on how to replace the pin then? Thanks
Thanks. Just did my 690 and this guide made the process quite straight foward. Huge improvement in handling too.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment, letting me know it helped ya out. Ive had mine on for over a year now and beat the hell out of it. Still like the day I installed it..
Is it a offroad version with no dampening on the return to center ?
hi
thank you for uploading this video , it was verry helpfull
in my case the contactslot came out verry easy by pushing with my left hand thumb the plastic coolant tank a bit down and use the right hand for the contact
another note
the t-bar is changed by savage because , it fitted exactly , i mean it did not have the long sides with two holes at one side but a shorter t bar with only a hole per side
so no cutting sawing or fixing needed
Thank you. I'm glad it helped you out. I appreciate the update with the new T-bar in the Savage kit. Feel free to share the channel We welcome new subscribers
Great write up. I’ve been considering one of these but never could find installation instructions
Thank you for the complement. I looked for instructions for a while and finally gave up. I like the way this unit mounts more than the Scotts. The Scotts risers and caps look cheap compared to the Savage unit
Fantastically helpful video! it's been a year since the install, the pieces looks like decent quality in your video, but could you make a quick update on the stabilizer?
Sure I'd be happy to. Give me a few days as I have a bunch of projects going on and it gets really busy here at the ranch in the spring w calfing and all.
@@EastTexasADV Thankss
@@EastTexasADV I'm also quite interested in your long term review. My apologies if it's already been posted and I've overlooked it.
Thanks for sharing, does it fit on Husqvarna 701? Is there a problem inserting the key in the ignition? Cheers
I don't see why it wouldn't. They are pretty much the same bike. I'd double check if they are compatible. As far as the key it's a bit snug but the risers are almost double the height of a Scott's riser.kit
I was wondering if the bolt pattern of thebar clamps is the same as the stock bar clamps? The reason is I would like to add Highway Dirt Bikes handguards and they replace the top clamp.
They are indeed the same pattern. But almost 60mm higher than stock. Made a huge difference in comfort
Any chance to have a "test drive"? Impression? How does work? Comparison with "hi-end" Brands? Also suggestion about the tune (special for dirt bikes) is appreciated ?
Drop me a email at easttexasadv@yahoo.com and I'll be happy to help ya out by doing that for ya. I've put on about 12k miles w that dampener so far
Hi and thanks for this job !
I m lookin for a steering damper, i saw this one "cheapper" but i wonder if it s safe ? Can you give me your advice about this product ?
Thank you
U are most welcome I appreciate the feedback. There are a lot of people I ride w as countless othets that use this same stabilizer and have had zero problems. Personally it does a great job. I would definitely suggest it to other riders
How did you setup ?
Great video. Thank you.
Sorry for the delay in the reply. TH-cam has been wonky giving me updates w comments. Thank you for the compliment.
Man I have one that looks just like that one! great vid!
Thank you appreciate it.
Good instructions, good videos.
Thank you I appreciate the feedback..
Hi Jeff, do you think this process can be applied to the 690 of 2019 ??
Thank you very much and a great video !!!
Thank you for the compliment. I just checked and this unit covers from 2011 to 2020. I was told several updates have been done to the kit. The biggest is the T-bar is now cut down so u don't have to cut it down or trim the schrouds like I did. Hope that helps.
@@EastTexasADV Great Jeff !!!! Thank you very much for your quick response !! Cordile greetings from Barcelona, Catalonia !!!!!
does this provide more of a rise over stock handlebar position? i believe the scotts is a 1" rise over stock.
The Scott's risers I found where all most a inch. The Savage unit is a tad over 2 and a half inches. Haven't had a chance to test em out a lot on trails but the little bit I have they seem perfect for standing up
@@EastTexasADV 2 1/2" rise over stock 690 configuration?
@@lsmaxxed no.thats the hight of the bar risers I never measured the stock hight. I'll get out to the shop and see what the stock risers are. But I don't think they are over a 1 to a inch and a half.
@@EastTexasADV no need, i appreciate that info!
Hey silly question but why not just cut the T bar a bit narrower so no need to cut coolant bottle shrowds...will still contact frame for support?
Not silly at all. I actually didn't think about that to be honest. Everything I did was by trial and error as there where zero instructions anywhere when I did this install. But the new kits being shipped now have the shorter T-bar that do not require any trimming
@@EastTexasADV not my kit and I only just got it.... Zero instructions and long T bar....but its short now ha ha
Has anyone had a problem with the existing steering lock shaft being too short once the T-bar is in place? A longer steering lock shaft is included with the stabiliser but not sure if its that straightforward to replace as you need to break open the ignition barrel?
You pretty much have disassemble the key cylinder. I messed with it for about 30 minutes and decided it wasnt worth it. Most people wanting to steal a bike arnt going to let a steering lock stop them as they are easily broken with a hard hit. Now with that being said There was a recent post from another viewer that said it was pretty easy once he got the plastic cover off. maybe reply to his comment and maybe he can help ya out more. Thank you for the feedback and good luck
@@EastTexasADV cheers, will give it a go this weekend
@@mikeskinner70 your welcome, good luck its pretty easy. Hope you get the longer steering lock figured out.. If ya do email me and let me know how ya did it.
easttexasadv@yahoo.com
@@EastTexasADV did mine today, the ignition barrel was actually not hard, only a flat head screwdriver to pop the cap off, goes back together easily too. One thing i didn't do was grease the new steering lock pin, the key feels a little stiff when using the steering lock so would probably be worth doing
Great video but what a pain in the butt putting on the stabilizer!!!!
Thank you. I agree. But They have improved the t bar. Also, I didn't think about this when I did the original install. Another viewer suggested trimming the extra portion off the t-bar u didn't need.. That would make it definitely easier. I believe
Thanks Jeff!
Your welcome I hope it helps. i looked everywhere for instructions anything that would give some insight on how to install this unit. It's not as hard as I thought it would have been. With this video I hope more will feel comfortable enough to pick p these units as a alternative to the others on the market.
@@EastTexasADV
It helped a lot. Not sure I want to use red loctite though!😀
@@frostbitevinnie trust me u do. Ask Joe. You don't want any of those bolts to come loose.
Do they help for high speed wobbles?
Yes they do. They are also great in sand another types of terrain. I really like how they work when u get down in rutts
Have you done a video after installing the savage ?
What year is this 690? I want to see if my SM700 can be used.
This was a 2018 690
@@EastTexasADV I don’t know if there is any chance of using the 23 gas.
I got the Savage brand and please,,,SAVE your money and buy Scott's or the other,,, right out of the box it was leaking oil. The box inside already had some oil spill. I manage to refill it hoping that it was just a fluke.. Unfortunately it is leaking. The settings are really useless for fine tuning. It goes many clicks and no change just the last 3 clicks it starts dampening. The material is soft. The lever has a lot of movement before it engages. Waste of money!!!!
Wow that sucks. Have you contacted the seller? I would have done that immediately once I opened the box and saw that it was leaking. I have seen Scotts do the same thing unfortunately. Guess that's gonna happen when you have the parts machined in China and assembled in the US. You might get better quality control with the inal product but that's about it, quality as a whole isn't gonna change a whole lot. As far as the clickers not doing much as far as fine tuning the dampener there is another adjustment point under that black plastic cap. That it for your fine tuning.
@@EastTexasADV I did not bother with it because shipping it back would cost me more than half of the price and I decided to keep the bracket at least. I posted a negative review on Alliexpress and I assume they don't read them anyway because they thanked me for it 😃
@@GearUp3d I hear that. Usually they don't want the items back. Sorry you had a bad experience with the unit.