Thanks for the info. TBH my shoulder’s in bits this morning so I’m kind of swaying away from the GSA, as much as I love the bike and really want it
Piaggio MP3 500 from 2020 has reverse gear, so could be option.
Has anyone tried the Wunderlich ergo handlebar risers for the GS/GSA?
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Piaggio MP3 500 from 2020 has reverse gear, so could be option.
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Haha, I’m not sure I’m ready for one of those yet. I am however considering the K1600 knowing that I’ll have to sacrifice some leg room. There’s also the Multistrada, Tiger Explorer and Harley Adventure that could be options so will have a look around
I found the ergonomics on the GSA very different to the Explorer (which I loved) but what I would say is (for me at least) the should thing was still a problem there also so it "might" not be any different for you. Worth looking at though.
I briefly had the Wunderlich up and back risers on my 1250 GS and felt the riding position was more comfortable and the steering more responsive.
Unfortunately, the risers put a bit more strain on the brake and clutch pipes than I was happy with and also caused the handlebar to hit my tank bags (SW-Motech) at close to full lock, whether the bags were adjusted forward or back - so I've taken the risers off.
I might look for some 'up' risers or SW-Motech ones which don't move the handlebar quite as much (either up or back).
Unfortunately, the risers put a bit more strain on the brake and clutch pipes than I was happy with and also caused the handlebar to hit my tank bags (SW-Motech) at close to full lock, whether the bags were adjusted forward or back - so I've taken the risers off.
I might look for some 'up' risers or SW-Motech ones which don't move the handlebar quite as much (either up or back).
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Definitely worth a look, especially as the Triumph dealer is only 2 miles from my house.
I don't use a tank bag so it wouldn't be an issue for me, tight cables are not so good though.
Just be aware that whilst up and backs may help straight line riding, turning (as in u turn, or full lock stuff will be harder)
reason being the bars are further back so you have to move your arm back more to accommodate a bar thats nearer to the tank.
I had them on the hexhead, and yes they made straight line stuff easy , tight turns were hard work.
I haven't fitted them to the wethead, but have no problems with the stock bar position.
reason being the bars are further back so you have to move your arm back more to accommodate a bar thats nearer to the tank.
I had them on the hexhead, and yes they made straight line stuff easy , tight turns were hard work.
I haven't fitted them to the wethead, but have no problems with the stock bar position.
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Try one you will suprise yourself, great in towns and long rides.
Hey Snerkler, I'm 6'5" and have just moved over from the K1600 GTL to a new 2021 R1250 GS Adventure. To accommodate my height I've farkled the following PUIG Touring screen with deflector (highly recommended, the OEM screen sucks for taller riders), Cmarc screen strengthener bracket, 40mm Touratech handlebar risers, Wunderlich Evo drivers footrest lowerers 50mm, Grip Buddies, Wunderlich Mirror bracket extenders and risers (you need both to avoid the shoulder picture). Have to say it's now the roomiest and most comfortable bike I've ridden save one thing. The seat is a torture contraption. I had a Russell Day Long on my GTL, it was a sofa allowing regular 15 hour days in the saddle without even noticing it. The stock seat will be filed under 'B' for bin asap. Hope this helps. Regards Tony
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Thanks, this is really helpful. I would like to try before I buy though. I'm looking at various options now, some odd choices in there but it's a case of finding a bike that won't flare up my fibromyalgia rather than necessarily going for the bike I'd ideally want, after all it's about the pleasure of riding rather than how good the bike looks sat in the garage. Here's a list of options I'm considering:-
KTM 1290 Super Adventure (Bit marmite in the looks department)
Ducati Multistrada V4
BMW R1250RT
BMW K1600GT
My concerns with the first two are that ergonomics will be similar to the GS, however I'm hoping the bars are narrower. The issue with the second two is leg room, obviously I can get higher seats and footpeg lowerers but they're still going to be more cramped than the GS.
If all those options prove not to be viable I will consider just keeping the Harley with the possibility of getting the Hammock seat and/or new shocks, or even consider taking a punt on the GSA with the intention of buying bar risers and pullbacks as well as the narrower bar. I doubt a dealer would allow me to buy those parts and fit them to a demo bike first.
I have a Triple black 2021 1250GSA.
I'm around 6' 3'' and ordered the Wunderlich 40mm risers before I took delivery of the bike (WUN-41970-111) along with a mudsling and fender extender as must haves.
The risers are perfect for all day riding and yet still give a sporty enough response to have fun.
Definitely worth the investment.
I'm around 6' 3'' and ordered the Wunderlich 40mm risers before I took delivery of the bike (WUN-41970-111) along with a mudsling and fender extender as must haves.
The risers are perfect for all day riding and yet still give a sporty enough response to have fun.
Definitely worth the investment.
If you test ride again, just check how the handlebars are set up as standard; When I got my R1250GS, I too found I had aches in my left shoulder after a while, having read the manual (yes I know strange thing to do), I found that one can "tip" the handlebars back a number of degrees - its marked in-between the risers. As standard BMW had set mine up on the forward position. Moved the bars back to the "rear" position and never had a shoulder pain since.
Not saying risers won't work - they did for me on my previous Tiger 1200 where I had Motech Bar Backs - but it may be that by just adjusting the standard bars back it may resolve the issue. And for a dealer its a simple mod to loosen 4 bolts move the bars back and re-tighten - at least one would have thought so if it meant a potential sale.
(As an aside I would agree with earlier comments about the Wunderlich (and other make risers) that move the bars back - I'm 5' 10" and with the Bar Backs on my Tiger 1200, I found that whilst they were so comfortable when cruising, when moving the bike around at low speed they were a PITA, also with my height I found it difficult to get the bike on the main stand, the handlebars being that much higher (mind you I do have neck and back issues with 3 discs having been replaced in my neck and 4 degenerating discs in my lower spine) - an issue I didn't have when the handlebars were "standard height"). I'm in 2 minds at present about fitting the OEM risers which lift the bars 28mm (but don't move them back) to see if that improves what is already a reasonably comfortable position for me with the bars set on "rear" - its the OEM cost of £75 which is making me think a bit more first LOL
I have just fitted the BMW 30mm up risers, have made a great difference. I am 6ft 2ins long body 31 1/2 inside leg
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