Ordering some sets of deflectors (Hand wings) from the US. Anyone want some?

[cpettifer]

They flex a little when doing 110mph. So I'm told...

[Lonewolf]

They flex a little when doing 110mph. So I'm told...

For the benefit of the tape what he meant to say was 110 kmph ;)

[cpettifer]

Sorry, it was a typo...

[Kevin]

I put these on yesterday and, while I haven't tried them yet, I came to the conclusion they'd probably flex a bit. I said to myself "I bet when cpettifer's mate is doing 110 kph he'll notice the flex".

Kevin

[mecki]

 

For the benefit of the tape what he meant to say was 110 kmph ;)

If they flex at just under 70 mph so what do they do at 110or above?
Snap off?
After all the GTR is supposed to be able to go faster than 160.
I know there is only one place in the world where you are allowed to do that kind of speed on some public roads but I tend to go there from time to time.
And when I do next time, I'll sure as hell go for it.  ;D ;D ;D

[Mogster]

I know there is only one place in the world where you are allowed to do that kind of speed on some public roads but I tend to go there from time to time.

The M10 ...from St Albans to Hemel...... yes??!! ::)

[BigAlan]

If they flex at just under 70 mph so what do they do at 110or above?
Snap off?

This is why i had one of our guys at work make some plastic reinforcements to the exact shape, at 110 *cough* kph they dont flex.

Alan

[cpettifer]

I was thinking a simple bit of plastic down the side would probably help. I've noticed that mine do tend to wobble / flap about a little bit on the motorway. I expect they'll last a while though without re-inforcement. They've only got to go through the coldest days before they come off again in the spring. :)

[mecki]

The M10 ...from St Albans to Hemel...... yes??!! ::)

Don't know - I've never been on the M10.  :-[
But the A60, A215 or A23 for instance are ideal for testing how fast she'll go. ;D
Hardly any traffic and nice even road surfaces.
And you can even pass a police car without having to worry about your licence. :P

[Flathead]

Hi All,

Wanted to say hi and thank you for purchasing the hand wings, and many thanks to Martin for spreading the word and setting up an order for all of you.

In looking through the board I wanted to make a couple of comments/updated.

If the snow clears here over the next few weeks a fellow rider with a 2008 model has agreed to spend a Saturday with me so that I can hopefully get templates & fitment for the earlier models. I will let you all know if and when they become available.

So far, the only screen that does not work well with the wings is the large Cal-Sci, it wraps towards the rider a bit more & contacts the wings. 

I do make it across the pond, usually a couple of times a year, so I may be able to save you some shipping costs and bring a few sets with me if anyone is interested, just shoot me a PM.

Thanks again!

Bill (Flathead)

[Rusty]

Hello Flathead .... Nice of you to drop in ... when you are over here let us all know, I am sure one of us can find you and meet up for a spot of English hospitality !!  ;D ;D

[Kwikasfuki]

So far, the only screen that does not work well with the wings is the large Cal-Sci, it wraps towards the rider a bit more & contacts the wings. 

Argh, didn't realise that. I guess its not a problem with pre-2010 models as the windscreen stays static after ignition is switched off, so as long as its raised sufficiently all should be OK. On 2010 models onwards, the screen returns to a default lowered position which would then scrape the guards with the Calsci. Do you know how much it contacts by?

[Flathead]

Argh, didn't realise that. I guess its not a problem with pre-2010 models as the windscreen stays static after ignition is switched off, so as long as its raised sufficiently all should be OK. On 2010 models onwards, the screen returns to a default lowered position which would then scrape the guards with the Calsci. Do you know how much it contacts by?

@Kwik (love the name!) I am not sure, I took a set back from a gentleman because 'they would not work' with the Cal Sci.

@Rusty: Will do! As long as you're talking pints and not tea  ;)

Quick tip... On the '10-'12 models if you hold the windscreen button in the up position while shutting down the ignition the windscreen will stay raised. Not claiming this is a viable solution for the cal-sci but just a helpful maintenance tip, makes it much easier to pop out the rivets or wash/wax, etc...

Cheers all!

[GTRPete]

Could someone send me the details for these guards? Even with good winter gloves my pinkies are feeling the cold. . . . Any help much appreciated

[Flathead]

Could someone send me the details for these guards? Even with good winter gloves my pinkies are feeling the cold. . . . Any help much appreciated

@Pete: I have a few pic's up on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000202049534&sk=photos that show the mounting etc.  The wings come with all of the hardware (4 stainless screws and 4 nylon spacers) to mount and require no drilling/modification to the bike.  The price would be $55US +shipping. You can pm me here with your post code and I can estimate shipping.

Cheers!