Handguards Touratech problem

[Marc]

After installing the Touratech handguards on my 955i I noticed they may hit the tank when turning over!!
Awaiting a solution, I did put a rubber cap on it 

Anybody solved this problem?

[rf9rider]

If its just the bolt head thats catching, how about using a countersunk headed bolt?

[Marc]

yes, that's worth trying.  Must look for a countersunk M6x70

[iansoady]

I have them (or a similar type anyway) on my 955i but also have 25mm bar risers which seem to avoid the problem. They also do what I got them for ie give a slightly more upright position.

[Bixxer Bob]

  Mine don't hit the tank - I'll get a photo later.

[Marc]

Thanks BB!  I'm very curious.

[Bixxer Bob]

Here y' go no-where near the tank:

Front right:



Rear left:

[rf9rider]

If you get no joy, i have a set of 25mm risers sitting in my garage doing nothing 

[Spud]

Mine don't come anywhere near the tank. If I can remember how to put photo's up i will cheers Spud 

[BigDan]

Maybe your bars are angled back further than they should be.

[Marc]

@ BB: according to the photo, it looks like the handguard clamp is placed slightly higher then on mine..?? Maybe the handlebar on a 2005 is a bit different then the 2003?? or the handlebar support slightly higher??

@ Dan: yes, you've got a point.  I think, as far as I remember, when I bought the Tiger I turned the handlebar back verry verry little. 

I'll sort this out 

[Chris Canning]

Mine is the same as Bixxers fits fine.

[Marc]

Problem solved.
Managed to set the clamp a little higher (are a bit flexible) and used stainless flat head bolt.