Hand Guards

[SteelD]

I know some of you guys have fitted the DL650 hand/knuckle guards on the 1200/1250 but I have a question. I just fitted some this weekend. However, one problem. The replacement pivot bold for the clutch lever does not have the same width shoulder all the way down to the where the thread starts. This means that that the clutch lever is pivoting around only the top half of the yoke leading to potential increased wear and failure.

The DL650 has a cable operated clutch I believe (hence the rubber boot supplied but redundant on the 1250) but I assume that the lever is different (it has to be) and that the pivot hole is not the same size throughout.

For those owner who have fitted these hanguards, what was your solution to this?

[CWO4GUNNER]

Yes your right the new bolt does have a shorter shoulder. probubly due in part because cable units hand levers and there pivot points are inherently much slimmer. I can tell you that when I installed them on my B1200 before selling it I put about 3000 miles on them with no ill effect, perhaps because even though there is a smaller area to pivot on its still adequate since hydraulics requires less stress then a cable pull. I went ahead and installed the same guards on my B1250 as well and figure if I ever feel any strange lever pull due to the beginnings of uneven ware, I can always revert back until I find a proper replacement bolt with an extended shoulder.

[SteelD]

Thanks for that CWO4GUNNER. I'm going to see if I can buy the bolt for the DL1000 separately. That has a hydraulic clutch and I guess the same pivot bold as used on the 1250. I'll let you know how I get on.

[nwrider]

Is the stock DL650 bolt long enough that you could put a bushing on to effectively extend the shoulder further?  Just a thought.

[CWO4GUNNER]

I haven't tried but you can probubly match the bolt up with a standard equivalent at a NAPA or hardware store.

[Red01]

Might be a little tough for a shoulder bolt, Gunner, but can't hurt to check out local hardware & auto parts emporiums.

[CWO4GUNNER]

Of course I have a special assorted bolt box where me and my dad before me tossed in every type of automotive, machine and motorcycle bolt not utilized, over 50 pounds for sure. I have found more lost replacements then I ever reordered. Maybe I'll search for one in there that I can cut to size.

[SteelD]

Is the stock DL650 bolt long enough that you could put a bushing on to effectively extend the shoulder further?  Just a thought.

Probably, but I guess it's needs to be machined to size which won't be cheap or easy. I'll explore the other options first. Thanks.

[SteelD]

I haven't tried but you can probubly match the bolt up with a standard equivalent at a NAPA or hardware store.

With a shoulder and threads at both ends, I doubt very much that there is an off-the-shelf solution.

[CWO4GUNNER]

Incidentally how are you keeping the left hand guard from striking the fairing before the steering stop engages? At first I extended the mounting slots on the left hand guard 1 inch which had the added benefit of a much closer fit especially where the back of the left hand guard covers the clutch reservoir much better instead of sticking away so much. However if you happen to get the GenMar bare raisers which bring the bars up 1 inch and back 1 and 3/8 inch back, it also takes care of that clearance problem and makes riding the B1250 a remarkably more conformable experience.

[SteelD]

I only noticed the restricted steering lock last evening when turning the bike in my drive. I don't think it will be a problem when riding, just manoeuvering. I don't know the GenMar bar raisers - can you give me a link?

Thanks

[Red01]

Are the search engines down in Britain? 

Here ya go:

http://www.zianet.com/GenMar/

[CWO4GUNNER]

Yup those are them and wroth every penny for ride comfort, back, shoulders and hands. The GenMar up and back system really does the trick.
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[SteelD]

Looks smart gunner though I'd order them direct from the States. I can't see them listed for the 1250 on the UK distributor sites but they list risers for 7/8 inch bars at about £96 which is about $197 compared to $109 direct from GenMar. I'm sure shipping to the UK won't cost $88!

[CWO4GUNNER]

Another dollar devaluation benefit or loss depending on whether your the vendor or consumer  LOL.
Let me know when you are ready to install, I have some installation tips that will make it easy rather then frustrating to line everything up.