Now that I have them painted to match the bike, they look great. You can't even tell that they are not part of the fairing. If you plan on adding the Kuryakyn grips with the helmet locks on the ends, the helmet will hit these when hung from the locks. |
Nice grips. Allows an easier throttle response now that you have a larger diameter to turn. Heat transfers pretty well. Was not sure if it would, but it does. Start bike and leave on high for few minutes before you head out. "Hold the heat in" once you ride. |
Great Looks...However, the install was much more than I bargained for. The brake calipers have to come off, the brake mounting bolts replaced. Over all...A lot of work for such a simple item. Looks are worth it in the end. |
Just installed, looks great and were easy to install, very good directions and easy to understand, a very nice compliment to our Goldwing, also a nice chrome look, very happy with them, my wife loves them. Mike |
This is a must have! Went to Belgium just after I've bought the bike. It's 3200 km (2000 miles) back and forth. I almost went to a chiropractor when I got back. After I mounted the Utopia Backrest I've had no problems what so ever. I went on a trip to the Alps and to Italy (6500 km, 4050 miles) without any problems with my back. |
I loved this product until bulb burned out. Have thought about changing the lamp holder and go to a higher output bulb as i have had trouble finding a replacement bulb and have lighted my yellow side lights using an automotive lamp holder and bulbs. |
I replaced my original windshield with the clear w/vent style and am very happy. Less wind buffeting and a little less noise for both rider and passenger. I'm 6'4" and had a problem with the original windshield's upper edge being right in the middle of my line of sight. This thing is tall, but I don't have any problems with bumping into it when mounting or dismounting. It probably took me about a week to get used to looking through the shield instead of over it. The vent comes included in the price, but you'll have to install it yourself. Good product, fairly easy install, and a great deal for the price. |
I had this installed with the Kisan brake modulator. The one I received had a white lens but, the LEDs were red once they lit up. Just about the right height for those approaching from the rear to see in cars. Good safety item. |
I agree with Kevin, look great on the bike - better than the picture but be sure and grind off the ends that would otherwise dig into the plastic.If you are like me you like to preserve the ability to remove accessories and have the bike original. Another worthwhile trick is to replace the rear screw that holds the pocket in before removing the screws which will hold the bracket on as this will keep everything lined up especially on the left hand side if you have a CB radio fitted. |
I installed the lowering brackets and made a couple of changes right away. I am 6'-1" with a 33" inseam. I'm 60 y.o., so knee comfort is a big issue with me as well. I have a couple of suggestions. The units come with little cotter pins to secure the mounting clevis pins. Toss them. I got a bunch (6 required) of "hair-pins" to replace them. You can get these at any auto parts store, Home Depot, Lowes, etc. Just bring in one of the clevis pins and make sure to get the right size. The pegs drag, especially in the lower position, and even raised up are too low for even relatively conservative riding on curvy roads. In the lower position you will drag them getting in and out of your driveway. Getting to the brake pedal and shift lever, is not as bad an issue as I feared. It is a little bit different, but not bad. The good news is that with the hair pins you can put these brackets on and off in a few minutes. Last weekend when I rode to Tampa (about 650 miles of interstates) I put the brackets on and in the lower position and was extremely comfortable for the trip. Once I got back home it was a simple few minutes to return the pegs to their normal mounting hieght. While these pegs are too low (for me) on a daily basis riding the great roads in my area (Carolinas, TN, GA, etc), they are terrific for a long stretch on the super slabs. The quick change ability afforded by the hairpins make this product a great buy. |
I like it on my '02 but I added a velcro strip over the key cylinder and attached to existing velcro to keep pouch in place. Otherwise it tends to slide down. It is a handy item though. |
Convenient and made for easy access for the smaller items my wife likes to take with her. Bought one initially to try out and have since purchased a second one. Easy to install, attached to the same style armrest as shown in the photo example. Only gave it 4 stars because I think it is a little pricey. |