K11 Owners Group

[grant93]

Hi,

So I removed the handlebars on my LT in preparation to add an extra washer to the rubber mounts and stiffen the steering, not that there is anything to noticeable with the steering on my bike but I thought I would just give it a go and see.
So when I undone and removed the plastic cup and bottom nut, the washer fell off in my hand and also to did a rubber washer, this happened on each side to btw and yes the rubber washers both looked a little old, cracked and disfigured etc but they are 23 years old.
Now after looking at a photo of the new rubber mounts online above and also on the RealOEM parts diagram, I notice that there are no rubber washers shown, only a metal washer and nut.
So I am guessing that my two "rubber washers" are actually the bottom section of the rubber mounts that have sheared off over time and broken due to age?
Would and could this be possible as I am not to sure just how far the rubber mounts come through when installed new for this to happen, has anyone else had this happen.

I think 2 x new rubber mounts are needed asap, and if that's the case would anyone in Australia have 2 x spare ones they want to sell before I go buying new from OS etc.
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Cheers Grant

1994 K1100RS
1981 R100RS
1978 R100RS
1928 Chevrolet tourer

www.montythe1928chevrolet.blogspot.com.au

[Jim]

Hey Grant,

You figured it out. The "washers" are what's left of the rubber mounts. The mounts aren't that expensive - you should be able to order them from any dealer and get them fairly quickly.
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Jim
1997 K1100LTSE 94,000 - still has gremlins!
1995 R100RT Classic 16,650 crashed - repaired!
1992 K75RTP 46,000

"We shall not all die, but we shall all be changed."

[grant93]

Gidday Jim,

Many thanks mate for the quick reply, yes will get some sorted and in the mail asap..
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Cheers Grant

1994 K1100RS
1981 R100RS
1978 R100RS
1928 Chevrolet tourer

www.montythe1928chevrolet.blogspot.com.au