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Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
By Kuryakyn SKU: KU7642
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MSRP: $459.95
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1 Star: 4
2 Stars: 2
3 Stars: 6
4 Stars: 16
5 Stars: 51
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
01.23.2008
5 Stars
Hitch was fairly easy to install. Mostly hidden except for chrome clamps that mount on rear crash bars. Pull Time Out Camper with no problems. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
10.27.2007
5 Stars
Easy to install, Best hitch on the market. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
10.24.2007
4 Stars
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. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
10.22.2007
5 Stars
Very easy install, directions are precise and easy to follow. There are just four allenhead screws holding on rear fender panel on 08 model, so don't worry about looking for the 5th one. Hitch is very stout. Pulled Bunkhouse camper over 300 miles without problem. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
10.01.2007
5 Stars
Debated between this trailer hitch and the staff pick Item #: AO451806 for $149. I sent an email to CWOLAW for his instructions. They were 12 pages long and required the loosening of the mufflers and saddlebags. (Not my cup of tea) He was wonderful for sending the instructions and his instructions were very detailed, but some people still had problems with gaps when reinstalling the body pieces. Taking the cost of time into consideration I chose the Kuryakyn and I am glad I did. The entire install took 2 hours from start to finish, even with making a mistake. I also installed the isolator with the relay Item #: AO451819. All this was included in the 2 hours. The only problem was I was installing the hitch onto a 2008. This years model has a box right smack dab in the middle in the back. It has a large heat sink and I am not sure what it is for, but I do know that it should be left alone. Despite this small difference the only thing I had to do was bend the c clamp part a little in order to get it behind the crossbar. There is very little space between the crossbar and the saddlebag. I had to force it but it did work. The only tow negative aspects to the whole process is the long bolts that attach the clamps to the bars going back are a little long and I had to be careful not the damage the saddlebags. Second is the bolts are different sizes and you need more sockets than they say are required. Overall a strong piece of equipment on the bike. I have no doubts that it can handle the trailer. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
07.06.2007
5 Stars
bought this at dealership and had them install it. sure looks good. dealership had trouble finding the right trailer connection. but like the way wires and everything is hidden. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
06.30.2007
5 Stars
I got this hitch and installed it in a few hours with my son. getting down was easy, greating up - well thats another story. The biggest problem I had was hooking up electrical and keeping the 4 wire on my trailer. (look for my other product review on that) got everything done in time for the 2007 Honda Hoot. I bought a Piggybacker trailer with 12"wheels I didn't know it was back there. GREAT HITCH - EZ to install. (Everything looks good on a Goldwing) |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
06.26.2007
5 Stars
I added this product because of the recommendation I got from Cajun Cycles. I had them install it for me so I could haul my new Escapade trailer. They did a great job and I am very pleased with the trailer hitch. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
06.15.2007
5 Stars
Very nice! But, bring more wrenches. The bolts used under the crash bars must be an in between size? They say to "use adjustable wrench" |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
05.27.2007
5 Stars
Very nice looking and strong. The fiber lock nut is just a little bit hard to tighten near the saddlebag otherwise easy install |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
05.08.2007
5 Stars
This is a very nice product! The chrome work is excellant and the overall quality is the best, just what we have learned to expect from Kuryakyn. The instructions are good and the installation is pretty easy. I would highly recomend. |
Vertical Trailer Hitch for GL1800 1st Gen
ITEM CODE: KU7642, SKU: KU7642
04.10.2007
5 Stars
Excellant product, very well made and easy to install |