I spent about 3 hours installing. Much of the time was trying to adjust out a couple of 'problem areas' that I was not successful in doing. The right side trunion bar ended up in rather hard contact on top of the muffler. On the left side, when folding down the passenger foot rest, there was metal to metal contact of the back edge of the foot rest with the front of the hitch bracket. The right side foot rest had plenty of clearance. These problems may be specific to my bike, '07. They aren't major but I dislike having metal to metal contact resulting in increased wear. I experienced the same tight spot that flglrider did with the c-clamp...getting it behind the top crossbar. However, I loosend the 4 bolts on the 2 crossbars allowing a little play to allow the c-clamp to slide behind the top bar as instructed. All in all, a good product and I am happy with the end result. |
I'm not a proponent of "chroming up" a Goldwing but after much internal debate I added the pivot covers and I must admit they really dress up the look of the bike. |
Great safety feature plus dooubles as a trunk lift. Installation was a little scary but with the supplied template and the locator "dimples" already molded into the underside of the trunk lid, I managed to get the holes right. Color match for my yellow Wing is about as perfect as can be expected for a 5 year old bike in the desert sun. Pricey but worth it. |
Thanks to those who posted instruction on this website, it really made more sense once I saw them, even if there were more than one green and red wire going up on the right side, I have a 2005 GL1800. I like the result, I only modulate the outside brake lights on the trunk. contact me if you need some instructions. safe riding. |
I just intalled them tonight, it took me less than two hours but for sure extra hands could be helpful. These armrests are securely attached to the bike and the integrated cup holder is a plus. Great product for a great price. |
a must have. This is a very complex bike, wiring. Adding, moving,changing, replacing and fixing require exact data. Make NO mistakes. Get this svc manual. |
This product blows cool air in and keeps hot air off of you except for the foot area. I like mine, look great and work great. |
Nightrider - needed turn and run up front. 06 and 07 need wiring kit. Don't forget. work perfectly, you need them too. |
Nightrider - love these especially since I have Utopia backrest and need footpegs to press me against rest properly. easy install, good looking |
If you have ever taken a real long trip, these are worth their weight in gold. I have the 32oz up front, and actually put the 20oz for my wife, and attached it to the armrest. It works better than mounting anywhere else. It also allows you to change out the size anytime you want. |
GREAT product. I have "big feet" and was concerned about the length of the boards... they worked great. Trip to California would not have been as nice had I not put them on. Easy install and looks sharp. |
Very easy to install & is an exact fit. Looks great. |