I've only done 400 miles on mine and already my knees feel compressed and I'm reaching too far to the bars compared with my old 1260 DVT. I'd already fitted a 20mm Ducabike riser but it still feels low to me. I've had back and shoulder problems in the past and found a 30mm riser on my 1260 made a huge difference (even better than the 25mm ones I tried initially) Has anyone tried these variable footrests? It's a pretty expensive option as you have to buy the footrest, vario joint, extension arm (23mm or 30mm) and rubber cover (if you want this), (€300) https://wunderlich-adventure.de/en/wunderlich-vario-footrest-evo1-pair-70331-000 I'm also looking at these (rather expensive) Risers (€180) https://wunderlich-adventure.de/en/wunderlich-ergo-handlebar-riser-71300-001 I found an almost identical Chinese set on eBay, but should is it really worth the risk....? https://shorturl.at/nqN35
I'd have no issue with the Chinese set, not structural or having to deal with loads of stress/fatigue, it's just a block of aluminium. I would however swap the bolts.
Chris, IMHO I think the ebay set looks well made. Very little to go wrong, it's just a block of machined aluminium. The critical parts are the male and female profiles for the handlebars which are a simple half circle. I don't know if the supplied bolts are stainless, but if not they are easy to get. As for the footrests, they are expensive, but may be just what you need for your knees. I had a similar problem on my 1200 DVT and solved it with a pair of adjustable footrests. And guess what? they were inexpensive ones from ebay and they are still going strong.
I can't comment on the Wunderlich But have the Gilles enduro peg and like it a lot, you can drop the peg up to 40mm with an extra adapter https://www.gillestooling.com/shop/.../tech-x-enduro-foot-peg-set-rider-black?c=185
I looked at a set of adjustable SW Motech pegs for my 1260 for the pillion pegs as previous girlfriend had issues with the panniers. Current partner has no such complaints despite her having been on the back of the bike far more so win/win Here's a set for the V4 Multi. €145 inc. VAT so quite a bit less than the Wunderlich ones.
I bought a set of bar risers on Aliexpress that also move the bars back towards the rider. Despite being a Chinese seller they arrived after a week. They do make the bike more comfortable for me as its a long stretch to the bars in standard position. They are a copy of the Rizoma ones.
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How is easy is it to adjust the gear change and rear brake leavers to accommodate the change in foot rest?
I didn't actually use the pegs to drop their position by much, I bought them mainly for the extra grip and anti vibration feature, so adjusting the gears and brake was nothing fancy just the factory adjusters, simple enough
Not sure how you would be able to lower the gear and brake levers for the new lower footrests? I guess there must be a way?
There is a link rod on the gear linkage to raise or lower the lever and a similar adjuster on the rear master cylinder
Just thought I'd write an update on this. I ordered the cheap Chinese bar Risers, the fit is acceptable, it doesn't line up exactly with the existing riser but it was a big improvement for me. Bought the bars closer to me and higher. They 'just' fit with the existing cables etc so no need to lengthen anything.
The Wunderlich Vario footrests were a pretty easy install as well. Original footrest. Bend and remove the split pin (new ones supplied with the kit) Remove the pin, make sure you take note of the direction and position of the spring. Install the Vario adapter, taking care to position the spring correctly and reinsert the pin (this was the hardest bit) Insert and bend over the split pin Position and install the Vario Arm, available in three lengths, I chose the 30mm Arm. You can position these in a number of ways, I had mine straight down to give the lowest adjustment. Add the two small pins and attach the footrests, again you can decide on the position and angle. Add the rubber covers (you don't need these but I though they would be more comfortable on long runs. Bit tricky to get them to seat properly but a bit of silicon spray and a rubber mallet got the job done.
I also added a longer gear lever arm. Removing the original rubber was a challenge to do without tearing it, but I heated it up with a hot air gun and gently levered it off. The Wunderlich part fits over the top of the original lever, and fastens with two grub screws The result gives a much larger and longer lever. The new footrests do probably move your feet out slightly and this lever means you don't have to twist your foot to change gear. I lowered the lever using the adjustment. All in all very pleased, much less pressure on my knees and the whole kit is very well made (if somewhat expensive) it even includes tiny tubes of locktite. The footpegs are a lot larger then the originals and not the most attractive things when the rubbers are added I guess I could also use the seat in the high position to give even more leg room, but I'm a bit too tippy toes with it like this. I might still use it on the higher position on a long motorway run though. I bought all the part from Nippy Normans, a couple of the items are special order but it was a quick service and I thought it was easier than dealing with customs charges from the EU, price was also very similar (if not a little cheaper). Total cost was £309.
Looks good. I've ordered the SW Motech evo lowing footrests but they only lower by 15mm. I was a but worried that the brake lever would not lower enough to accommodate a drop lower than that. Mine haven't arrived yet but hope they will help as my knees tend to hurt after a long day. These were just over £100 for the set. I did try to the Wunderlich footrests on Nippy Normans site but it's all BMW. Did you call them to order?
I can send the links to the appropriate parts if you like. I think I used the German site and sent them the part numbers. I’ve lowered the gear lever OK but the brake lever needs to move down about 5mm. Seems fiddly and I have a service booked next week so I’ll just ask them to adjust it. I’d considered the SW ones but thought it wasn’t sufficient for me. I’m sure I’ll regret it when I grind them down on an alpine hairpin!
