Great video, but, ironically, not least because it is good to informed about all the hassle with likely clutch cable interference noted below in the comments. I'll give them a miss I think!
Your videos, presentation and attention to detail are superb. So pleased I found you on TH-cam as you gave me the final 'nudge' I needed to decide to buy a GSA. Already specked out, placing the order in the New Year for a March delivery. Intend to do my own 1st Service and then first tour to family in Lisbon in April. Please keep up with the videos and commentary - so good. 👍👍
Thanks Martin , loving the GS . I have just ordered an sc project titanium exhaust and will do a video on that when I get it . I ordered one because I could 😂. Thanks for the comment and taking time to post it 👍
I've just followed your instructions and I've successfully installed my bar riser. It would be just worth mentioning that if you drop your handlebar too low, it will hit a tank when you take a sharp turn. Cables may also be stretched too much. It happened to me and I had to raise a handlebar a bit. Also, I used only 45 torx bit, You mentioned number 40 was needed as well but all screws are rather 45? Best, M
I'm suprised NM sending you bar risers for free to review given they aren't exactly a new product, for what it's worth the Ebay ones at a third of the price do exactly the same job.😎
Hi Really good informative and precise fitting video which shows you all you need to know to make the job easy. Please be aware though if you are using a tank bag along with a quad lock you may well have issues when turning the handle bars to full lock eg not enough clearance, and also if you have replaced your oem screen you could be restricted to how much you can move it up and down on full lock
Nice install...why did you feel risers were necessary. I like the idea of torquing to company specs. I want to buy a smaller torque wrench and wondering what one you are using. Thanks again for all the great videos & content.
Thanks. Nippy Normans just wanted me to do an install video and this will end up(I suspect) on their site, so they sent me them FOC. I would consider using risers if I were going to do some off road stuff as the standard bars for me, bring me too far over the front of the bike making it uncomfortable . The standard bar set up is great for me as I do road riding mostly. I am Mr Average size but taller riders etc may need risers. I will try the risers on and off the road in the next few weeks and see what I think overall and whether I go back to standard config. 🤪
The easiest way to know if the bars are level is use the reservoir lids…..if they are level the bars are level, as for the clutch side pipes/cables being to short, every GS has the same issue
Hi , Thanks for the video 😊. Just checking Is it necessary to reroute the clutch cables for raising the handle bars. I saw it in few videos. I have done the same way you did for my r1200r.
Is it possible to add this riders to BMW R1250R without disconnecting the cables from the handlebar ( they are very tight expecially that of the clutch ) ?
Thank you for the video. I watched it and bought the risers after that. But when I installed it I saw that when I turn the bars to the far right the clutch line becomes stretched. Could you please tell us if you have the same think on your bike? Mine is a GSA 2021 model. Thanks
Hi, I have a question, I have a GSA 2023 and I bought the handle risers but the left side where the cables are stretched, however I didn't even have to do anything on the right side since the cables on that side are very loose. any suggestions? thank you so much
If the cable tie is relocated, Can handle interference be avoided? Now I'm having interference problem turning the handle all the way. so, I am going to relocate cable tie as a test.
I have mounted the risers accordingly and found that the cables on the left hand side are too short. I wrote Wunderlich and they replied that they will look into it but not any time soon. I am surprised that it works on your GS, is it a 2022 GS?
Hi Jorgen, yes I have the 2022 gs and the risers are fine, although on full lock the clutch cable is just starting to take up the slack, but doesn't cause me an issue. Possibly try rotating the whole switch gear/clutch unit around a bit ?
@@gsd32i Thanks for your reply! I have sent pictures to three dealers now since I can only move the handlebar around 60% to the right then the cables are at their maximum. I have tried now two times just to be sure. Not possible on my bike without cutting/changing all wiring. I have a 2023 GSA which is practically the same as the 2022 and 2021.
@@jorgenjohansson5440 Ok. Best of luck, mine is a GS not GSA. I think the GSA has longer front forks for going off road, that may be why.....but no real issue with mine. Were yours the same bar riser?or a larger one?
@@gsd32i The very same. Wunderlich, SW-Motech and Motea have the same "up and against you" risers with exactly the same measurements and all of them say "it should work"....but as said earlier, they will check themselves
Is there any benefit to comfort with bar risers when rising road? I am considering them as when I stand I feel hunched over (6ft). But interested on how you find them for ‘standard’ road use.
Great question. I took out a GSA a few days ago and that had bar risers on and was really comfy for me at 5'9". I have had bar risers on that raise and bring the bars closers to you and I didn't find them better than without and the bike felt too different to me BUT the straight forward bar risers were brilliant and I may get some later. I guess if a friend has a bike with them fitted give them a go. Trial and error kind of .
@@ThePorts77 More comfortable in that relaxed riding position.It doesn't take much to change the whole fell, even rolling the bars forward or backward can have a huge change on the bikes feel/connection to the rider.
Just installed the bar risers on my 2022 R1250 GS and the installation was a dream. Thanks for the video. Very helpful
Glad it helped
Clear and concise instructions without any annoying music. Spot on!! Many thanks
Great video, but, ironically, not least because it is good to informed about all the hassle with likely clutch cable interference noted below in the comments. I'll give them a miss I think!
Your videos, presentation and attention to detail are superb. So pleased I found you on TH-cam as you gave me the final 'nudge' I needed to decide to buy a GSA. Already specked out, placing the order in the New Year for a March delivery. Intend to do my own 1st Service and then first tour to family in Lisbon in April. Please keep up with the videos and commentary - so good. 👍👍
Thanks Martin , loving the GS . I have just ordered an sc project titanium exhaust and will do a video on that when I get it . I ordered one because I could 😂. Thanks for the comment and taking time to post it 👍
I've just followed your instructions and I've successfully installed my bar riser. It would be just worth mentioning that if you drop your handlebar too low, it will hit a tank when you take a sharp turn. Cables may also be stretched too much. It happened to me and I had to raise a handlebar a bit. Also, I used only 45 torx bit, You mentioned number 40 was needed as well but all screws are rather 45? Best, M
I'm suprised NM sending you bar risers for free to review given they aren't exactly a new product, for what it's worth the Ebay ones at a third of the price do exactly the same job.😎
Brian they just wanted me to fit them as some riders have had issues. Everyone has a choice ref budget.Ride safe
😁
Hi
Really good informative and precise fitting video which shows you all you need to know to make the job easy.
Please be aware though if you are using a tank bag along with a quad lock you may well have issues when turning the handle bars to full lock eg not enough clearance, and also if you have replaced your oem screen you could be restricted to how much you can move it up and down on full lock
Thanks for the input 😁
Nice install...why did you feel risers were necessary. I like the idea of torquing to company specs. I want to buy a smaller torque wrench and wondering what one you are using. Thanks again for all the great videos & content.
Thanks. Nippy Normans just wanted me to do an install video and this will end up(I suspect) on their site, so they sent me them FOC. I would consider using risers if I were going to do some off road stuff as the standard bars for me, bring me too far over the front of the bike making it uncomfortable . The standard bar set up is great for me as I do road riding mostly. I am Mr Average size but taller riders etc may need risers. I will try the risers on and off the road in the next few weeks and see what I think overall and whether I go back to standard config. 🤪
Followed your instructions and raised my bars, great instructions but can I ask why you took the old zip tie off just to put another on
Not sure TBH 🙈, glad the instructions helped.
The easiest way to know if the bars are level is use the reservoir lids…..if they are level the bars are level, as for the clutch side pipes/cables being to short, every GS has the same issue
Will you do a follow up vid of how they changed the riding position/comfort?
Yep would appreciate advice on improvements
I will try and do one this week if I get time, wife has a long list for me!
I love how you have your man cave, where did you get them units from
www.sealey.co.uk/category/5637151479/superline-pro 👍
I ended up having clutch hose issues. The clutch assembly was too close to switch gear. Move it out to white line on the bar to fix this issue
Thanks for the input 👍
Can you elaborate on that? What kind of issues and what white line? Thanks
Get vlog as usual..can I ask are they standard mirrors on your GS cheers
719 mirrors
Cheers 🍻. What was the removal/replacement of the cable tie achieving again? Was there a cable relocation?
To be honest I was following Wunderlichs destructions! ref cable tie so can't give a definitive answer to that one. No cable relocation needed.
The brake cable, turning the steering wheel all the way to the left in the lock position is not a problem? There is a solution; Thanks!
I didn’t have any real issue with mine . 👍
Hi , Thanks for the video 😊. Just checking Is it necessary to reroute the clutch cables for raising the handle bars. I saw it in few videos.
I have done the same way you did for my r1200r.
Hi . I didn’t have to route anything . Not sure if 1250 cables are routed same as 1200r though .
@@gsd32i Thanks for your prompt response.
Is it possible to add this riders to BMW R1250R without disconnecting the cables from the handlebar ( they are very tight expecially that of the clutch ) ?
Apologies, but I don't know.
Thank you for the video. I watched it and bought the risers after that. But when I installed it I saw that when I turn the bars to the far right the clutch line becomes stretched. Could you please tell us if you have the same think on your bike? Mine is a GSA 2021 model.
Thanks
Hi, although the cable was pulled slightly, it wasn't a problem at full lock. I don't know if the GSA has an issue as mine is just the GS🙈
@@gsd32i Thank you for the reply. Mine is a bit concerning. Only the cluch hose though.
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aren't you supposed to reroute the cables outside the fork tubes?
Pretty certain i followed the instructions 🙈Not withstanding that , always do full lock check to make sure nothing is going to catch/snag . 👍
Hi, can you specify where I put the longer screws and where the shorter screws? What torque Nm do you tighten the screws with? Regards
The shorter head screw goes under the handlebars. 19 nm
Hi,
I have a question, I have a GSA 2023 and I bought the handle risers but the left side where the cables are stretched, however I didn't even have to do anything on the right side since the cables on that side are very loose. any suggestions? thank you so much
Hi . Have you tried a combination of rotating the bars and moving the angle of the clutch lever ??
If the cable tie is relocated, Can handle interference be avoided? Now I'm having interference problem turning the handle all the way. so, I am going to relocate cable tie as a test.
On my 2022 GS I had no issues , is yours the GSA ?
I thought you might have fitted a yoke 😏
I would if I could 😂
I have mounted the risers accordingly and found that the cables on the left hand side are too short. I wrote Wunderlich and they replied that they will look into it but not any time soon. I am surprised that it works on your GS, is it a 2022 GS?
Hi Jorgen, yes I have the 2022 gs and the risers are fine, although on full lock the clutch cable is just starting to take up the slack, but doesn't cause me an issue. Possibly try rotating the whole switch gear/clutch unit around a bit ?
@@gsd32i Thanks for your reply! I have sent pictures to three dealers now since I can only move the handlebar around 60% to the right then the cables are at their maximum. I have tried now two times just to be sure. Not possible on my bike without cutting/changing all wiring. I have a 2023 GSA which is practically the same as the 2022 and 2021.
@@jorgenjohansson5440 Ok. Best of luck, mine is a GS not GSA. I think the GSA has longer front forks for going off road, that may be why.....but no real issue with mine. Were yours the same bar riser?or a larger one?
@@gsd32i The very same. Wunderlich, SW-Motech and Motea have the same "up and against you" risers with exactly the same measurements and all of them say "it should work"....but as said earlier, they will check themselves
@@jorgenjohansson5440 OK , Hopefully something simple. Have any friends got the same riser? Try swapping?
Is there any benefit to comfort with bar risers when rising road?
I am considering them as when I stand I feel hunched over (6ft). But interested on how you find them for ‘standard’ road use.
Great question. I took out a GSA a few days ago and that had bar risers on and was really comfy for me at 5'9". I have had bar risers on that raise and bring the bars closers to you and I didn't find them better than without and the bike felt too different to me BUT the straight forward bar risers were brilliant and I may get some later. I guess if a friend has a bike with them fitted give them a go. Trial and error kind of .
@@gsd32i out of interest in what way better, just riding position?
@@ThePorts77 More comfortable in that relaxed riding position.It doesn't take much to change the whole fell, even rolling the bars forward or backward can have a huge change on the bikes feel/connection to the rider.
Work not on my Suzuki SV 650,Cables are too short 😒
Bar risers again ?
Des I wasn’t 100% happy with previous video , so I did it again and deleted the first one . 🙈
Wunderlick are $120
Amazon are $20
But the amazon hardware sucks
I ordered stock BMW at $2.50 each then trim to final length
So $40 total