I really enjoyed this. You make it all seem so easy. Nice how to tips and advice too. Himmy looks great with the new frames and indicator relocate fitted. Cheers Neil
It took me several hours and many clamps to get every thing lined up and bolted even with your great tips. Thank for the video I referenced it frequently during my installation!
Keep'em coming, please! Love the tinkering videos. Noticed when we installed the pannier racks on my Himalayan there was no way to get everything on dead straight so I ended up with a visible gap on the lower bolt on the right side of the bike. Had to add washers to get a tight fit. Looks fine now.
I had the same problem. The lower supports (on both sides for me) did not line up straight, i.e. flat on flat so there is a small gap on each side now even with all bolts tightened.
Despite the need to finaggle the rack to fit, once they are on there it feels super solid. Enjoyed watching this video. I also relocated the tail light to the rear metal bracket that also holds the turn signals. (Not mandatory but if you install a givi top box with metal givi plate the supplied bracket does not fit mine and your version tail light). With saddle bags and a top box you might find the tail light is a little obstructed at least in my opinion. Just ordered the brightest aftermarket LED rear tail light and drilled two holes in the rear metal bracket and spliced the wires to the old tail light connector (not the bike wiring) and plugged it in.
Great video. I watched a couple times before I did my install. One thing that went wrong was the green right turn signal extetension cable was bad so I just wired it w/o the extension and it was still long enough. It just goes up in the fender a little closer but it works. Thanks for the build series! Very helpful!
Thank you for this video! I'm not as handy as I'd like to be, and I've had a hell of a time getting the mounts lined up properly, but in a few more hours I should have this setup ready to go thanks to you (and not the written instructions). Cheers brother!
Thanks mate. That made installation super easy! Weirdly the hardest part for me was getting the bolts through the wheel arch back up into under the top rack!
Great video and tutorial. I’m 69 years now and I have ridden bikes since I was 10 years old. Now I’m retired on the pension and short of money but I so want a himmy
I'm 74 and ride one. Always make sure the prop stand is on a hard surface, then I can mount by standing on the left foot peg. Hard to get my leg over otherwise. Love the bike.
Hi, Very detailed video and clear steps as per the installation manual. Easy to understand. May I know from where you got the blanking plate 14.49 14:49 to fill that previous side light cover ? I am looking for such cover to close it.
yeah, the blue stuff is for sissies hehehehe. Yep, they love it, stops things coming loose in the middle of the mountains. Makes adding things a bit of a bitch tho as Ronin is finding out.
I don't have a torque wrench and go by feel instead (I know it's on my shopping list). Turns out I overtightened one of the rear crossbar bolts so that the fixed nut threads broke. I am not super strong and it wasn't even during the final tightening of all the bolts. Will have to drill it out and use a new nut and bolt now.
which is why I always go by torque specs on each bolt. Lots of time cheaper bolts are use especially in aluminum housings to avoid cracking the housing
Where did you find the covers for the holes left by old light locations? Sidenote: Doign the same project, and following your video. Didn't want to resort to heat and risk wrecking the paint. Eneded up snapping the bolt and spending the rest of the night drilling and rethreading.
why didn't you put that longer breaklight bracket on? i watched this whole video excited to get to that part because there's something about the rubber gasket things inside that threw me off. put that thing on PAAAALEEEEEEZ and make a vid.
Thanks for the vid. Any idea what the bolts lengths are for the racks? Bought mine off ebay and need to buy the hardware...appreciate the info if you have it. Im tracking I need 4 M8 x 60mm cap head bolts. Is that all? Thx!
Got the racks on mine .... can’t figure why they don’t provide a template and grommet to drill a hole in the read mudguard to route the indicator wires hidden ..... keep em coming.
I was thinking the same thing. It seems like they have you routing the wires in between two pieces of plastic with a tight fit between the fender parts. If so, you will have chafing on the wires and then wonder why your turn signals quit working.
Hi, I fitted mine yesterday and had the exact same thought so I drilled a hole myself. That way you don't even need to use the cable extensions, and as an extra bonus you don't really see the cables when looking at the bike from behind.
Howdy! About to do this myself, so great to see someone else do it first! What do you think about drilling a couple holes in the hidden part of the fender to run the turn signal wires through? Seems a little wonky to have them running outside, then back up under the end of the fender…
tough question to ask and desribe. one of the rack frames I have doesnt line up perfect with the port. How might you go about bending that frame. I need to adjust about 1/16 to get the screw to slot. I was laying the rack elevated and suppoerted on its two ends and then using my weight by way of my foot. Its just a sixteenth or so. I thoughtr of a torch but that would merlt the paint.??? Thanks for the consids and your vids.
Just now, after ordering this kit and the paniers I became aware that the stated max load for each panier is 5 kilograms ( 11lbs). This seems ridiculously light when thinking each is 27 liters and I had to carry 34lbs in my 44 liter backpack on one trip!!!
As long as its all mounted properly you should have no problems with weight. I've done a few thousand kms across corrugated roads in australia, with each panner full (probably around 10-15KG in each one and never had a problem.
Any idea what that extra black bracket piece is supposed to be used for?? I got it with my racks and have no idea what to do with it. I have a '22, so maybe it was needed on older bikes or something?
@@michaelszetela8685 The plate/bracket sits on top of where the factory light was. It basically pushes the rear taillight further out to make it more visible. I have pics of when I finally figured it out and did the install, but I can't post anything here.
I use a hot air gun if Im having issues with stuck bolts that are near painted areas. I have never tried a soldering iron so I have zero idea if that would do the trick?????🙄
Glad to see yours went on pretty easily. I put a set on both mine and my wife’s Himalayan and both didn’t line up on the left side rack. Had to use a ratchet strap to pull front end in line with hole on bike. Did you purchase them directly from RE? Both of mine were purchased from India on eBay. Wondering if they are selling the rejects.
Mine also didn't line up on the left side! I had to seriously fight with getting it to line up and even dropped the rack cracking my phone in the process. Ugh
Sir, as a Himalayan enthusiast i have some doubts regarding TYRES. 1. Have you changed the tyres? If so which brand. 2. What will you do if your tyre got puncture during a ride? 3. Can we change to a tubeless tyre with the spoke rims? 4. Should i change it to tubeless tyre or continue with whatever the company provide. Need your opinion. Thank you.
Great question(s), no mine are still stock although I am researching new tires for more off road ease. as far as tube vs tubeless. MUCH rather have tubed tires for gravel and off road. I always carry spare tubes and well as tire repair kit. Spokes have tiny places for air to escape and unless they have been specifically design to run tubeless tires stick with what the factory recommends (always the best policy) unless you are a fabricator
I think they should include this in the package. I don't have the covers and when I was putting the inner mudguard back the steel bracket dropped down. I couldn't be bothered to try to put it back so I just left it out for now.
Great install video. Do you know if this rack system will fit the Interceptor? I am thinking about buying one next week and want to keep my options open for bags. Thanks for taking the time to create this video. Ride Safe
no it does not, unfortunately, its Himalayan specific. Not sure if they or anyone else is making one sorry. But thank you so much for watching and hopefully subscribing Cheers
Very interesting. Would you like to hear a old dad joke? What's hi in the middle and round on both ends? Ohio! Ha, Ha. I heard that one from my father about 65 years ago. Told you it was old.
I just tried your trick with my battery. I did not have a matchstick....... So now my battery is broken! So typical, i had JUST got the Zippo lighter in under the terminal..... :-D Sorry for bad joke.....
VERY INFORMATIVE! I JUST ORDERED A PANNIER RACK SET FROM INDIA FOR MY 2021(22 MILES) THAT AFTER MOUNTING WILL KEEP MY SADDLE-BAG FROM TOUCHING THE EXHAUST PIPE- QUARTER INCH HOLE BURN FROM THE WEIGHT OF A 6 PACK!! NEED TO SAVE UP, IF I DECIDE TO GET THE $600 PANNIERS FROM RE.... THANKS- THIS WILL HELP ME OUT IN A WEEK , OR SO.....JOHN IN COLORADO
Good to see you have the wifes grab rails fitted now, saves the fingernails digging into the sides when you head into a corner faster than she likes. (sorry Mrs Ronin, I'm only joking) Great video and once again, simple to follow. I have the SRC top rack as well to go on the rear carrier frame on mine, just to make strapping the soft bag on a bit easier.
WHAT !!! Call that a tool kit ? Where is your hammer ? Where is your biggest "Justin Case" hammer ? and, most importantly, Where are the 2 adjustable spanners (1 metric, 1 imperial) ??? I did hear that some of the fitting instructions are "interesting" if the kit came direct from India. Thank you for another interesting and enjoyable video. Best wishes.
I really enjoyed this.
You make it all seem so easy. Nice how to tips and advice too.
Himmy looks great with the new frames and indicator relocate fitted.
Cheers
Neil
Thank you Neil
Thank you OMR! Just rec'd my rails today...with no instructions lol. Thanks to your vid I made it happen. Cheers!
The “extra” bracket on the table, not used, is the taillight extension bracket along with the rubber frame vibration pad.
I watched on my TV. Picked up my phone to comment. What a great job you’ve done on this video!
Thank you!!!
It took me several hours and many clamps to get every thing lined up and bolted even with your great tips.
Thank for the video I referenced it frequently during my installation!
Glad it helped
Great tutorial! I'm about to put the same rack on a Scram 411. Thanks for the leg up!
Keep'em coming, please! Love the tinkering videos.
Noticed when we installed the pannier racks on my Himalayan there was no way to get everything on dead straight so I ended up with a visible gap on the lower bolt on the right side of the bike. Had to add washers to get a tight fit. Looks fine now.
I had the same problem. The lower supports (on both sides for me) did not line up straight, i.e. flat on flat so there is a small gap on each side now even with all bolts tightened.
Despite the need to finaggle the rack to fit, once they are on there it feels super solid. Enjoyed watching this video. I also relocated the tail light to the rear metal bracket that also holds the turn signals. (Not mandatory but if you install a givi top box with metal givi plate the supplied bracket does not fit mine and your version tail light). With saddle bags and a top box you might find the tail light is a little obstructed at least in my opinion. Just ordered the brightest aftermarket LED rear tail light and drilled two holes in the rear metal bracket and spliced the wires to the old tail light connector (not the bike wiring) and plugged it in.
Great video. I watched a couple times before I did my install. One thing that went wrong was the green right turn signal extetension cable was bad so I just wired it w/o the extension and it was still long enough. It just goes up in the fender a little closer but it works. Thanks for the build series! Very helpful!
Thank you
I installed my pannier rack yesterday. Was really easy with the help of your video. Even the red Loctite was no problem. :-)
Great video - thank you! I'll use it as reference for install on my 2023 RE Himalayan
Thank you for this video! I'm not as handy as I'd like to be, and I've had a hell of a time getting the mounts lined up properly, but in a few more hours I should have this setup ready to go thanks to you (and not the written instructions). Cheers brother!
Love your shovelhead in the background at the end.
Bingo you're the first to mention it. email your address and I'll send you an Ol' Man Ronin Sticker!!!! Awesomeness
I do a similar thing with the matchstick trick, except I use a small ball of blu-tac.
What about the rear brake light clamp
Just picked up a 2018 with just break-in miles can't to try it out on the gravel roads around here!
Thanks mate. That made installation super easy! Weirdly the hardest part for me was getting the bolts through the wheel arch back up into under the top rack!
Glad it helped
Great video and tutorial. I’m 69 years now and I have ridden bikes since I was 10 years old. Now I’m retired on the pension and short of money but I so want a himmy
Thank you for watching Mark. Cheers
I'm 74 and ride one. Always make sure the prop stand is on a hard surface, then I can mount by standing on the left foot peg. Hard to get my leg over otherwise. Love the bike.
Thanks!
can you mention the size of bolts and nuts for this
What is that top rack that you have?Will that work for the scram 411 2023. Could you send a part number?
Thank you taking the time to make this video.
My pleasure!
Hi,
Very detailed video and clear steps as per the installation manual. Easy to understand.
May I know from where you got the blanking plate 14.49 14:49 to fill that previous side light cover ? I am looking for such cover to close it.
I have the racks only, none of the bolts/wire extensions. Any idea where I could get those?
It was really fun watching how you installed it. Stay safe bro.
Thanks for the videos. I ordered my Himalayan 2 days ago.
Recent subscriber.
Congratulations
wow...doesn't look as hard as I thought.....awesome!! Thanks!
Yep, they love the red stuff 😁
yeah, the blue stuff is for sissies hehehehe. Yep, they love it, stops things coming loose in the middle of the mountains.
Makes adding things a bit of a bitch tho as Ronin is finding out.
So glad you did this. Now I know what to expect. I really appreciate it. I hate allen heads for fasteners that involve high torque in or out.
You're welcome and thank you for watching
I don't have a torque wrench and go by feel instead (I know it's on my shopping list). Turns out I overtightened one of the rear crossbar bolts so that the fixed nut threads broke. I am not super strong and it wasn't even during the final tightening of all the bolts. Will have to drill it out and use a new nut and bolt now.
which is why I always go by torque specs on each bolt. Lots of time cheaper bolts are use especially in aluminum housings to avoid cracking the housing
Where did you find the covers for the holes left by old light locations? Sidenote: Doign the same project, and following your video. Didn't want to resort to heat and risk wrecking the paint. Eneded up snapping the bolt and spending the rest of the night drilling and rethreading.
Similar happened to me. Snapping a bolt is a nightmare
Another descriptive video, have you decided on which luggage type you'll be using (soft or solid)
As always, stay safe & best to your family
Thanks for the video! Can you post where you got the side delete plates where the turn signals were?
enfield accessories in the uk
Thank you Sir, keep up the great work. A coffee is coming your way.
why didn't you put that longer breaklight bracket on? i watched this whole video excited to get to that part because there's something about the rubber gasket things inside that threw me off. put that thing on PAAAALEEEEEEZ and make a vid.
I don't think it needs it. But I have it in case I change my mind
This is the one. I'll be using your video when I install mine. Thanks! Where did you get your blanking plates?
Blnking plates and the black bolt kit which I added later are both from Enfield Accessories in the UK HIGHLY Reccomend.
Thanks for the vid. Any idea what the bolts lengths are for the racks? Bought mine off ebay and need to buy the hardware...appreciate the info if you have it. Im tracking I need 4 M8 x 60mm cap head bolts. Is that all? Thx!
Got the racks on mine .... can’t figure why they don’t provide a template and grommet to drill a hole in the read mudguard to route the indicator wires hidden ..... keep em coming.
I was thinking the same thing. It seems like they have you routing the wires in between two pieces of plastic with a tight fit between the fender parts. If so, you will have chafing on the wires and then wonder why your turn signals quit working.
Hi, I fitted mine yesterday and had the exact same thought so I drilled a hole myself. That way you don't even need to use the cable extensions, and as an extra bonus you don't really see the cables when looking at the bike from behind.
Holy Toledo...:) Good job man' congrats on 5000 sub's...and your shirt..LOL..
thanks Thor
@@OlManRonin India's RE is not happy over a chinese copycat of the Himalayan..Hysoang 350..looks abselotely as Himalayan..(indian newspaper).. :)
Howdy! About to do this myself, so great to see someone else do it first! What do you think about drilling a couple holes in the hidden part of the fender to run the turn signal wires through? Seems a little wonky to have them running outside, then back up under the end of the fender…
I personally wouldn't, but that's just me. Let me know how it goes
With the Panniers, can someone still sit behind you?
watch today's video
15:00 Where can we find those blanking plates? Thanks
enfield accessories in the UK
great videos,tku for sharing, where can I get that pannier rack with the turn signal relocation kit. tku
My pannier rack is from Royal Enfield, along with the hard cases! Cheers
tough question to ask and desribe. one of the rack frames I have doesnt line up perfect with the port. How might you go about bending that frame. I need to adjust about 1/16 to get the screw to slot. I was laying the rack elevated and suppoerted on its two ends and then using my weight by way of my foot. Its just a sixteenth or so. I thoughtr of a torch but that would merlt the paint.??? Thanks for the consids and your vids.
did you prefit it with very loose threads or did you Tighten as you went
you MUST prefit it, with just a few threads in and side to side tighten as you go. check out my black bolt upgrade video
Oops I installed the racks without Locktite. Do you think it will be a problem at some point?
Just periodically check them
Just now, after ordering this kit and the paniers I became aware that the stated max load for each panier is 5 kilograms ( 11lbs). This seems ridiculously light when thinking each is 27 liters and I had to carry 34lbs in my 44 liter backpack on one trip!!!
As long as its all mounted properly you should have no problems with weight. I've done a few thousand kms across corrugated roads in australia, with each panner full (probably around 10-15KG in each one and never had a problem.
might try this
Thanks, greetings from Chile 🇨🇱
Any idea what that extra black bracket piece is supposed to be used for?? I got it with my racks and have no idea what to do with it. I have a '22, so maybe it was needed on older bikes or something?
its to extend the tail light beyond the panniers. I think it looks crappy so I didn't use it
@@OlManRonin Thanks! I did end up using it, but I drilled a hole in the rear fender to run the wires through :)
Hey there, searched all over about that extra bracket! How exactly do you think it’s supposed to relocate that tail light?
@@michaelszetela8685 The plate/bracket sits on top of where the factory light was. It basically pushes the rear taillight further out to make it more visible. I have pics of when I finally figured it out and did the install, but I can't post anything here.
@@donnysnonsense thanks, so do you mean that the curve in the bracket captures the tubing of the tail rack, rear of the original tail light position?
I got a bad set from the factory no matter what I did the bolts on the frame don’t line up
did you loosely fit everything together first with just a few threads in? Often people Tighten too much before fitting everything together
@@OlManRonin yep had everything loose including the top rack
I wonder if a soldering iron applied to the bolt would be sufficient, to not damage the paint.
I use a hot air gun if Im having issues with stuck bolts that are near painted areas. I have never tried a soldering iron so I have zero idea if that would do the trick?????🙄
@@OlManRonin Ah, I only had a gas torch in mind, and visions of bubbling paint.
@@tomellis4750 yeah don't do that lol buy a heat gun
Do you have a link for this pannier rack/bag system? Ty
Its oem Royal Enfield my friens
@@OlManRonin your LOMO bags fit on these i assume? Ty. So close to pulling the trigger on a 22 Himalayan.
@@FL-PHILLIP yes easily and you should ;)
Do you happen to have the fender blanks link or model number for Hitchcock's? Cannot seem to find them. Great vid and thanks!
Try this: enfieldaccessories.co.uk/indicator-blanking-plates/
thanks for the video. very useful. I also lacked a few inches to place the turn signals hahahahaha. cheers.
If you want to save the paint try heating the bolt with a soldering iron
thank you
Thanks for another in-depth, useful and interesting video. Safe riding 👍🏻🍻
BMW driver here? what are the turn signals this guy keeps on referring to?
This guy NORMALLY rides Harleys with self canceling Turn signals ... sez this guy lol
Glad to see yours went on pretty easily. I put a set on both mine and my wife’s Himalayan and both didn’t line up on the left side rack. Had to use a ratchet strap to pull front end in line with hole on bike. Did you purchase them directly from RE? Both of mine were purchased from India on eBay. Wondering if they are selling the rejects.
I bought mine from @royalenfieldofcolumbus
Mine also didn't line up on the left side! I had to seriously fight with getting it to line up and even dropped the rack cracking my phone in the process. Ugh
Sir, as a Himalayan enthusiast i have some doubts regarding TYRES.
1. Have you changed the tyres? If so which brand.
2. What will you do if your tyre got puncture during a ride?
3. Can we change to a tubeless tyre with the spoke rims?
4. Should i change it to tubeless tyre or continue with whatever the company provide. Need your opinion.
Thank you.
Great question(s), no mine are still stock although I am researching new tires for more off road ease. as far as tube vs tubeless. MUCH rather have tubed tires for gravel and off road. I always carry spare tubes and well as tire repair kit. Spokes have tiny places for air to escape and unless they have been specifically design to run tubeless tires stick with what the factory recommends (always the best policy) unless you are a fabricator
I didn’t have a problem installing mine but I read other people had many issues installing their racks. Quality control isn’t a strong point for RE.
Thanks for watching
Great vid fella👍
Thanks pal
Where did you find the cover for the turn signal holes?
Hitchcocks, plus Enfield Accessories in UK have them
I think they should include this in the package. I don't have the covers and when I was putting the inner mudguard back the steel bracket dropped down. I couldn't be bothered to try to put it back so I just left it out for now.
Well done 👍.
thank you
Thanx for the vid! Did you get your rack from the dealer in Columbus or did you get yours from ordering online? All the best.
I bought it from Throttle Co. in Columbus
Great install video. Do you know if this rack system will fit the Interceptor? I am thinking about buying one next week and want to keep my options open for bags. Thanks for taking the time to create this video. Ride Safe
no it does not, unfortunately, its Himalayan specific. Not sure if they or anyone else is making one sorry. But thank you so much for watching and hopefully subscribing Cheers
Very interesting. Would you like to hear a old dad joke? What's hi in the middle and round on both ends? Ohio! Ha, Ha. I heard that one from my father about 65 years ago. Told you it was old.
OH Thanks lol except we pronounce it A'hia ;)
I just tried your trick with my battery. I did not have a matchstick....... So now my battery is broken! So typical, i had JUST got the Zippo lighter in under the terminal..... :-D
Sorry for bad joke.....
VERY INFORMATIVE! I JUST ORDERED A PANNIER RACK SET FROM INDIA FOR MY 2021(22 MILES) THAT AFTER MOUNTING WILL KEEP MY SADDLE-BAG FROM TOUCHING THE EXHAUST PIPE- QUARTER INCH HOLE BURN FROM THE WEIGHT OF A 6 PACK!! NEED TO SAVE UP, IF I DECIDE TO GET THE $600 PANNIERS FROM RE.... THANKS- THIS WILL HELP ME OUT IN A WEEK , OR SO.....JOHN IN COLORADO
Nice job. Great camera angles (I KNOW that must have been a pain in hte butt)
Thank you
Good to see you have the wifes grab rails fitted now, saves the fingernails digging into the sides when you head into a corner faster than she likes. (sorry Mrs Ronin, I'm only joking)
Great video and once again, simple to follow. I have the SRC top rack as well to go on the rear carrier frame on mine, just to make strapping the soft bag on a bit easier.
WHAT !!! Call that a tool kit ?
Where is your hammer ?
Where is your biggest "Justin Case" hammer ?
and, most importantly, Where are the 2 adjustable spanners (1 metric, 1 imperial) ???
I did hear that some of the fitting instructions are "interesting" if the kit came direct from India.
Thank you for another interesting and enjoyable video. Best wishes.