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| I bought this product and installed it on my 2004 Wing soon after I took delivery in August 2004. I got 8 yrs out of it before I needed to replace it. I always kept it clean but I think the "chrome" finish is so thin that multiple cleanings tend to destroy the finish. I put another on this past October when I had my Wing triked and hope to get another 8 yrs out of the product. |
| Bought mine from Lewis at his factory in Knoxville Tenn. Have been installed about a year and a half with no problems. I usually keep them aimed up high during the day and have to lower them if i ride at night. Nice. |
| Have a little problem with the left side Peg sliding on the the mount - otherwise no problems. I like to look and the wife loves the comfort. |
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I love how the aftermarket has exploded with options for our bikes. It's great to have choices but like I always say "Don't let your eyes deceive you". GoldWingers in general spend thousands of dollars to chrome this and light up that but seldom think about critical maintenance items that need to be addressed. The suspension system on the GL1800 does a great job then after about 3 years we get the "jab" to our side and our co-rider say's "Easy on those bumps". This is a warning side that the bikes suspension needs attention. Remember, your co-rider is sitting aft of the rear suspension which acts much like a spring board. You as the rider aren't feeling what your co-rider is! As options continue to increase it's important to slice through all the marketing. Cost of suspension upgrade are very wide and can easily take a big bite out of your pocket. No matter witch option you chose your bike will ride better as you are installing new material. Case in point was the first ride on that newly purchased GL1800. You told everyone that it's the best bike you ever ridden only now thinking about suspension upgrades. You can buy the OEM replacement for 1,500 and have that great feeling once again. However, you will find yourself getting jabbed in the sides in 3 years. Most after market solutions offer a greater pay load which in turn slows down the rate of spring compression. For me... the cost effective solution was the progressive spring replacement which I installed in 2005. Oh... about all that talk about the Pre-Loader settings.... My Pre-Loader doesn't engage till 8 and has been set at 6 with 2 up & a trailer. |
| Fork Braces in general are designed to aid with tube flex which is typical with dirt bikes and landings from hill jumps. When you look at the design of the GL1800 the placement of a Fork Brace is right above the upper slider bushing and the main fork housing. Factor in the tube wall thickness and if you have ever replaced a fork tube do to scratches/seal leaks the old tube can be used as a breaker bar extension. Case in point is ride with a brace for hundreds of miles and take it off and ride for hundreds of miles. The feeling that you will have is one that your pockets are a bit more empty as tube flex can't be felt nor displayed. Oh did I mention that wear to the upper & lower bushing continue with or without a brace installed. Bottom line, save your money with all after market fork braces and invest with suspension upgrades. |
| This is another example where the manufacture saved money at our expense. The key issue is the air that is inside the assembly, therefore owners aren't getting the full intended travel of the Pre-Loader. After changing countless numbers of rear springs, I've found a hand full where the factory line wasn't holding up. You have to go back and look at the overall bike factors to understand that the rear spring is built for a max of 405 lbs. It doesn't take to many Ice Cream stops till we find that we're pushing the up button on the Pre-Loader. Having air in the system does in fact limit the total serviceable limit of the system, however you have to factor in the total rear suspension in order to fully understand. Removing the air is a good thing but if you find your back to 25 on the panel it's time to replace your rear suspension. Don't be fooled that removing the air will fix all of your issues. |
| Great product. Makes longer rides more comfortable. Great for those of us with OCD. The set up and pins makes adjustments perfect and equal on both sides. Install and adjustment was easy. Put on a 2012 wing. |
| Easy install, looks good and wife loves them. More comfort for longer rides. |
| Hmmm, these look like RC aircraft axle locks. Why didn't I think of that??? Hope you sell a million! Great idea. |
| Put mine on in about 45 minutes. I have a bike lift so clearence wasnt a problem, biggest challenge was breaking loose the bolts. Used a spring tool and it came off and back on easily. Works great can use reverse to back up on the stand and ride off. |
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I have a knee problem and it was very difficult for me to put my GW on the center stand. I installed the center stand in 25 minutes. Make sure, you use the coin trick. (Very helpful) Now it is more than easy to get my Baby on the stand with or without reverse. This unit is a must. Always ride save. |
| I had mine for 2 years now with no problems. If my charging system goes out I want to know before Im stranded somewhere, early warning is key. This little gage can be hidden out of plain sight or put into full view. Install is simple using any power wire available and a good ground. Worth every penny! |