Richie I doubt it as I'm not there to keep an eye on things and the machinist is away in Austria. I'll be back 2nd of August.
Bar risers, anybody want some?
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No worries bigyin100
No, not too late and I still have to add the expenses which is to include P&P. I'll put you down for a set. Availible is 20mm, 30mm and 40mm. I know that the throttle cable has to be rerouted for the 40mm cable which is a simple afair. I haven't fitted the 30mm or 20mm to see what the difference is.
The bar risers are all done and dusted for the 08 1200GS models onwards. They have not been hard anodized to keep the price down but painted to match the bar clamps. Price incl P&P (recorded delivery) comes to £36.35 for a set. You'll get 4 stainless steel cap screws with it and for those who order the 40mm risers a self adhesive rubber foam strip for preventing the throttle cable chafing on the bar clamps when you reroute it. I can post pics later in the week of how I have routed the cable. I'll have to pm each one of you to provide the payment details. I've set up an Excel sheet with your username so hopefully no confusion about who ordered what when. All I need you to do is to reply to my pm with your name, address, size risers you want 20mm, 30mm or 40mm. I want to get them send out next week if possible. There is more bar risers available in the above sizes than what was originally ordered.
For the 06 1200GS models and for the 1150GS models I'll start the prototypes. I've learned a few lessons so hopefully this will run smoother and quicker fingers crossed. The overtime at work is coming to an end so I can spend more time tinkering. Happy days.
For the 06 1200GS models and for the 1150GS models I'll start the prototypes. I've learned a few lessons so hopefully this will run smoother and quicker fingers crossed. The overtime at work is coming to an end so I can spend more time tinkering. Happy days.
Update
08 1200GS models
No1 design
E. Buygum pm send
howdoo pm send
hardbang pm send
blueoffroader400 pm send
Richie B (shorter risers) pm send
capesey pm send
Rhinoman pm send
SynchroGS pm send
andy_mullin pm send
MikeG pm send
dongleplonk pm send
Dario pm send
bootie64
PMVern pm send
jpwill7675 pm send
cjd09 pm send
Howard pm send
bigyin100 pm send
eonbkuk
No2 design
jacro pm send
06 1200GS models
boo
Dave78
dippy
gulemetov
1100/1150
darrenptalbot
I see I've made a mistake. I've send pm to those who cancelled the order. No worries, just ignore the pm. Those who didn't get a pm are not subscribed so please contact me on here.
08 1200GS models
No1 design
E. Buygum pm send
howdoo pm send
hardbang pm send
blueoffroader400 pm send
Richie B (shorter risers) pm send
capesey pm send
Rhinoman pm send
SynchroGS pm send
andy_mullin pm send
MikeG pm send
dongleplonk pm send
Dario pm send
bootie64
PMVern pm send
jpwill7675 pm send
cjd09 pm send
Howard pm send
bigyin100 pm send
eonbkuk
No2 design
jacro pm send
06 1200GS models
boo
Dave78
dippy
gulemetov
1100/1150
darrenptalbot
I see I've made a mistake. I've send pm to those who cancelled the order. No worries, just ignore the pm. Those who didn't get a pm are not subscribed so please contact me on here.
There was a vote for which design looked the best. The no1 design won and this is the current design that is being sold. jacro wanted a no2 design so since there was 2 sets of it I let him have one set. He is yet to reply to my pm. The other is unpainted and marked and was the prototype with a mild steel pin that will corrode, so not for sale. This is for the 08 onwards models.
I'll keep you posted about the 06 and 1150 models on this thread. I have a suspicion that the bars might be interchangeable but until I get my hands on an 1150 it remains to be seen. Luckily I know some people with an 06 and 1150.
As for the 1100 I'll have to find one that I can do some measurements on. I need to have the bits to be measured at the machine shop to ensure accuracy.
I'll keep you posted about the 06 and 1150 models on this thread. I have a suspicion that the bars might be interchangeable but until I get my hands on an 1150 it remains to be seen. Luckily I know some people with an 06 and 1150.
As for the 1100 I'll have to find one that I can do some measurements on. I need to have the bits to be measured at the machine shop to ensure accuracy.
Did a bit of stock taking today. There is still 6 sets of 30mm risers, 1 set of 20mm risers and plenty of 40mm risers. I thought the 40mm would be a better fit. I'm 178cm or 5'10'' in old money and it allows me to stand upright on the bike without having to reach for the handle bars in our local Sainsbury car park 
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As with all production there is a few duff ones that has got some marks on them. I have thought that I can use these as loan pieces so that you can try each size riser to see which would suit you best. P&P plus deposit. Deposit refunded when the sets are returned. How does it sound?
Prototype for the 06 models should be ready in a month or so due to workload. Drawings for the 1150 should go in next week and I'm looking at the same time scale for the prototype.
.As with all production there is a few duff ones that has got some marks on them. I have thought that I can use these as loan pieces so that you can try each size riser to see which would suit you best. P&P plus deposit. Deposit refunded when the sets are returned. How does it sound?
Prototype for the 06 models should be ready in a month or so due to workload. Drawings for the 1150 should go in next week and I'm looking at the same time scale for the prototype.
Received the risers. Nice job.
Thank you for all the effort that you have put into this Josef.
Dario
Thank you for all the effort that you have put into this Josef.
Dario
Received the risers. Nice job.
Thank you for all the effort that you have put into this Josef.
Dario
Ditto
topman
Thank you very much guys. Enjoy.
I have been asked how to reroute the throttle cable so here is a guide. I posted the same info on a separate thread in the 1200 section
Place your GS on its centre stand or in any position so that it has a secure footing.
You are going to need a few tools like a torx bit, paint or similar for marking, pliers maybe, a piece of string maybe and some patience if your fingers are too big. This should take you about 10 minutes or less when you do it for the 5th time.
First thing is to mark the throttle cable adjuster position as you want the play to be the same.
Unscrew the adjuster so you have a bit of play, counting the rotations as you do so.
Unscrew the plastic nut in the throttle cable cover.
Using a torx bit unscrew the screw that holds the rear throttle cable cover in place.
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Notice at the bottom of the rear throttle cable cover a catch that is the second anchor point.
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This can be a bit fiddlely but you need to lift the cover to the rear and up to free it. Bob's your uncle, Sally your mom and Dick is your best mate.
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You now have access to the throttle cable. To get it out, rotate the twist grip and the lug has to slide out towards the twist grip side.
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Like so. Now you need to grab the throttle cable or lift it from the track at either of the 2 positions using something to slide in under the cable or pinching it with a needle nose pliers. Please note that there will be tension on the cable at this stage.
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Like so but take care not to damage the cable. Hold the cable steady and return the twist grip to its original position to get some play on the cable and slide out the lug towards the twist grip.
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Tie a piece of string to the cable to help you thread the cable back through the cover if you feel that it would help when assembling it. Pull the cable out to wards the front of the bike manipulating the assembly as necessary or if the hand guard is in the way undo it to make life easier. The cable is now free to reroute as you wish. Try several options to find a suitable route. Take care that the cable doesn't bind or rub/chafe on any part of the handle bars and rotate the handle bars through the full arc of travel to check for it and also that it doesn't tighten/stretch anywhere.
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Assembly is the reverse of the steps above. Thread the string through and pull the cable into the front cover manipulating the cable as you do to prevent it from binding in the front cover. It helps to insert it with the natural curve of the cable facing upwards. If you have chosen not to use a piece of string then the cable can be recovered from the front cover by using your needle nose pliers to pinch the lug and pull it through. When locating the cable make sure that it lies with-in the track to prevent binding in operation of the throttle.
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Before fitting the rear throttle cable cover, start the bike and rotate the handle bars through the full arc of travel. If the engine rpm rises then the cable is pulling tight and you need to check the routing again. This is important to check. If all is ok then finish the assembly and take the bike for a ride.
Last note. If the cable is chafing anywhere you need to separate cable from that part. Easy way of doing is to get a piece of self adhesive foam rubber strip and sticking that to the offending part.
Happy days
Place your GS on its centre stand or in any position so that it has a secure footing.
You are going to need a few tools like a torx bit, paint or similar for marking, pliers maybe, a piece of string maybe and some patience if your fingers are too big. This should take you about 10 minutes or less when you do it for the 5th time.
First thing is to mark the throttle cable adjuster position as you want the play to be the same.
Unscrew the adjuster so you have a bit of play, counting the rotations as you do so.
Unscrew the plastic nut in the throttle cable cover.
Using a torx bit unscrew the screw that holds the rear throttle cable cover in place.
Notice at the bottom of the rear throttle cable cover a catch that is the second anchor point.
This can be a bit fiddlely but you need to lift the cover to the rear and up to free it. Bob's your uncle, Sally your mom and Dick is your best mate.
You now have access to the throttle cable. To get it out, rotate the twist grip and the lug has to slide out towards the twist grip side.
Like so. Now you need to grab the throttle cable or lift it from the track at either of the 2 positions using something to slide in under the cable or pinching it with a needle nose pliers. Please note that there will be tension on the cable at this stage.
Like so but take care not to damage the cable. Hold the cable steady and return the twist grip to its original position to get some play on the cable and slide out the lug towards the twist grip.
Tie a piece of string to the cable to help you thread the cable back through the cover if you feel that it would help when assembling it. Pull the cable out to wards the front of the bike manipulating the assembly as necessary or if the hand guard is in the way undo it to make life easier. The cable is now free to reroute as you wish. Try several options to find a suitable route. Take care that the cable doesn't bind or rub/chafe on any part of the handle bars and rotate the handle bars through the full arc of travel to check for it and also that it doesn't tighten/stretch anywhere.
Assembly is the reverse of the steps above. Thread the string through and pull the cable into the front cover manipulating the cable as you do to prevent it from binding in the front cover. It helps to insert it with the natural curve of the cable facing upwards. If you have chosen not to use a piece of string then the cable can be recovered from the front cover by using your needle nose pliers to pinch the lug and pull it through. When locating the cable make sure that it lies with-in the track to prevent binding in operation of the throttle.
Before fitting the rear throttle cable cover, start the bike and rotate the handle bars through the full arc of travel. If the engine rpm rises then the cable is pulling tight and you need to check the routing again. This is important to check. If all is ok then finish the assembly and take the bike for a ride.
Last note. If the cable is chafing anywhere you need to separate cable from that part. Easy way of doing is to get a piece of self adhesive foam rubber strip and sticking that to the offending part.
Happy days
Been away on hols so apologies for the late reply. Can I have a set of the 30mm risers please Tanneman.
Please email me on [email protected] and I will arrange payment
Cheers
Bootie
Please email me on [email protected] and I will arrange payment
Cheers
Bootie
Easy peazy 40 mm bar risers
Arrived very promptly in the post midweek, fitted today .
Rerouted the throttle cable under the hand guard as per the pictures earlier in this thread, cable now rests against the right bar riser, added the supplied seld adhesive rubber strip for protection. Excellent quality and finish , looks like a BMW supplied modification !
Will you be doing anything in the Vario pannier line in the future?
Thanks once again
Arrived very promptly in the post midweek, fitted today .
Rerouted the throttle cable under the hand guard as per the pictures earlier in this thread, cable now rests against the right bar riser, added the supplied seld adhesive rubber strip for protection. Excellent quality and finish , looks like a BMW supplied modification !
Will you be doing anything in the Vario pannier line in the future?
Thanks once again
Thank you very much James. I do this in my spare time and at the moment I'm doing the risers for the pre 08 models. I have a few ideas so hopefully as the winter draws in and the biking weather worsens there will be more time to indulge.
Ok people, I need to move this stock. It sat in my garage and the machinist needs to get paid. I'll be selling this at a loss to me. £27.35 incl postage UK mainland only.
I've got 1 x 20mm, several 30mm and whole lot of 40mm risers. The paintwork matches the top yoke and clamps perfectly. Stainless steel bolts is incl for fitting to your bike. I would like to continue with the pre 08 bar risers and maybe for the 1150 machines as well.
I've got 1 x 20mm, several 30mm and whole lot of 40mm risers. The paintwork matches the top yoke and clamps perfectly. Stainless steel bolts is incl for fitting to your bike. I would like to continue with the pre 08 bar risers and maybe for the 1150 machines as well.
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