First off, let me introduce my self. Name is Glyn and I am in Houston, Tx. Glad I found this forum and I am looking forward to learning and sharing info and experiences with you.
That said, I just bought my first Goldwing. I found a left over 2008 Airbag model brand new for $19,799.
I have 500 miles on it so far in 3 days and I already see the need for immediate modifications to better suit me. I am 6' 1" and after a while my back and arms ache. After doing a little research I see the solution lies in adding shims or risers for the handle bars. Question is, which ones to go with? I see several brands but what ones would be the best overall quality and ease of installation?
I alsi seem to be "hugging" the fuel tank while driving. I think it is because of the stock short pegs. Same problem here, I see a ton of options for aftermarket pegs and floor boards. I need something that will relocate the shifter, brake and pegs out a little to keep my long legs from wanting to hug the tank all the time.
I also wear a size 13-14 boot/shoe and I have missed 5th gear 3 times already because my foot just barely gets under the shifter. Maybe there is a real problem there because it shouldn't be so easy to find that little spot between 4th and 5th where there is nothing, but it has happened 3 times already.
I am going to put a little list at the bottom of this post. I would like some opinions on what brands and models you would buy for your Wing based on a tall driver with big feet.
Thank you for any input you may have. I realize this post covers a broad range of things and this is my first post. But I really would like to see what the average rider would do if you were in my shoes. I also want it to look good and plan on adding lots of chrome soon.
Immediate Mods needed.
1. Replacement "Heated Grips" ( big hands )
2. Handle bar risers ( tall and too far from the bars )
3 Driver pegs or floorboards with extenders to widen the driver footing.
4. Extended controls, rear brake and shifter to widen the drivers footing.
5. Forward located highway boards or pegs
Thanks in advance for all your help. I just can't narrow it down from all the options out there and I hate buying over priced stuff only to find it's not what I need and have to buy it again.
That said, I just bought my first Goldwing. I found a left over 2008 Airbag model brand new for $19,799.
I have 500 miles on it so far in 3 days and I already see the need for immediate modifications to better suit me. I am 6' 1" and after a while my back and arms ache. After doing a little research I see the solution lies in adding shims or risers for the handle bars. Question is, which ones to go with? I see several brands but what ones would be the best overall quality and ease of installation?
I alsi seem to be "hugging" the fuel tank while driving. I think it is because of the stock short pegs. Same problem here, I see a ton of options for aftermarket pegs and floor boards. I need something that will relocate the shifter, brake and pegs out a little to keep my long legs from wanting to hug the tank all the time.
I also wear a size 13-14 boot/shoe and I have missed 5th gear 3 times already because my foot just barely gets under the shifter. Maybe there is a real problem there because it shouldn't be so easy to find that little spot between 4th and 5th where there is nothing, but it has happened 3 times already.
I am going to put a little list at the bottom of this post. I would like some opinions on what brands and models you would buy for your Wing based on a tall driver with big feet.
Thank you for any input you may have. I realize this post covers a broad range of things and this is my first post. But I really would like to see what the average rider would do if you were in my shoes. I also want it to look good and plan on adding lots of chrome soon.
Immediate Mods needed.
1. Replacement "Heated Grips" ( big hands )
2. Handle bar risers ( tall and too far from the bars )
3 Driver pegs or floorboards with extenders to widen the driver footing.
4. Extended controls, rear brake and shifter to widen the drivers footing.
5. Forward located highway boards or pegs
Thanks in advance for all your help. I just can't narrow it down from all the options out there and I hate buying over priced stuff only to find it's not what I need and have to buy it again.
