Aeroflow AeroWings BMW K1600b Grand America - Lose the Wind Buffet Wobble

[@californiahikebike]

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[@jorgemtds]

The riding part at the end was awesome to better understand the bike's behavior under some speed and turns.

[@thollingsworth4910]

Thank you, being an owner of a K1600B I know all about the buffeting. I'm going to get a pair of these.

[@briannash5736]

If you had to do it all over again would you still buy the k1600B?

[@thollingsworth4910]

@@briannash5736 yes I would

[@olmanzomby7718]

Thanks for this quick review and feedback for this product. I will definitely order mine TODAY!!!! Also, I have recently purchased and installed the 7Jurock Version B windscreen (20") and I have nothing but positive reviews for it, except for one con (minor). Thanks for this info.

[@californiahikebike]

Is version b with the vent? I'm curious what the con is.... thanks for stopping by!

[@olmanzomby7718]

​@@californiahikebike Version B is the wider windscreen without the vent. My only con is water comes up from underneath the windscreen when it is fully deployed when it rains. I don't if you had this experience with yours.

[@californiahikebike]

@@olmanzomby7718 Most I've ridden in is a light sprinkle so I couldn't say. I live in the mountains so I avoid the rain if possible. Thanks again!

[@JonathanSBanks]

Great review. Thank you! Before I picked up my Grand America, I swapped out the floorboards for ilium Hwy Pegs and engine guards. Together with my 7Jurrock and Dunlop Roadsmart 4 tires, I feel the buffeting that's left is totally manageable at higher speeds. I felt the stock Bridgestones were crap too! Feels like a different bike in dirty air now. I may add the Aerowings based on your experience.

[@californiahikebike]

Hey Jonathan I appreciate the comments. There are a lot of things BMW did right and a couple things they didn't. Under the didn't list for me would definitely be the dirty air wobble and putting those crappy stock tires on. Thanks for stopping by! Don't forget to subscribe to help build my channel if you haven't already!

[@briannash5736]

Is buffeting and stability the same thing? Does you bike now not have the instability issue

[@amish81]

Great video. Very helpful. Can I ask what brand seat that is? Thank you

[@californiahikebike]

Certainly! It's a Russell Day Long custom. Takes a while to get it but very much worth the investment. Check this out and the follow up as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXzQoaqMZbV8e6c

[@karigarber4000]

What is the music in the last three seconds? I want to hear the whole thing

[@californiahikebike]

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[@BLKnPrd67]

I have a 2018 GTL and encounter the buffeting over 84ish mph. I have ignored it because I'm normally under that speed. I'm looking to get a Grand America and will probably install that windshield and side deflectors.

[@californiahikebike]

You will still notice a difference coming from the GTL but worth it. I ride with some guys that ride GTL'S and they are impressed with the GA. Enjoy!

[@BigSkyImagery]

I don’t run the BMW recommended tire PSI, took that feeling of being pushed around away.

[@californiahikebike]

What pressure do you use?

[@BigSkyImagery]

@@californiahikebike I’m 195# and have been using 40# front and back or drop front to 39#. To me 42 is too high and not a comfortable ride. Tires can go 36-42psi.

[@californiahikebike]

@@BigSkyImagery Interesting. I'll try it out. Thanks.

[@BigSkyImagery]

@@californiahikebike huge difference in handling, especially on the interstate. A lot more stable.

[@BigSkyImagery]

@@californiahikebike it’s just a suggestion :) , you’ll have to find if and what works for you..

[@billyv.7750]

Good day. I am new to the channel because I am looking into buying a 2018 K1600b GA. I like to research and KZbin is a great way to find out information. Of course it was alarming to hear about the wobble don't need anymore hinderances with riding than we all ready deal with. Thank you for your information can I ask what is your name. Also thanks to Johnathan S Banks for the tire recommendations.

[@californiahikebike]

"Rob" as introduced at beginning of vid. Bike is well worth it even with the wobble feel in dirty air. You won't be disappointed.

[@billyv.7750]

@@californiahikebike Trying to multitask never works for me. I missed it. Nice to meet you Rob. Watching your Windscreen Video now.

[@briannash5736]

With the AeroWings installed can you still open the plastic fins for Ventilation?

[@californiahikebike]

Brian - Yes no obstruction at all.

[@briannash5736]

@@californiahikebike Would you buy this bike all over again? Its perfect except that wobble. I am looking a used 1600B but Im scared of the wobble. I took it for a ride but not long enough to notice anything. I wasn't on the highway. I would think some kind of front fender spoiler would help.

[@californiahikebike]

@@briannash5736 I would not hesitate. Now if you asked for the first hour after I bought it before I acclimated to it maybe different answer. I came off of multiple Harleys over the years to my first BMW which was an R1200RT. Traded it for this K1600B GA and after that first hour I never looked back. It's the most fun bike I have ever owned. Hands down. I addressed some add ons that helped the wobble. Check out this playlist to look them up: kzbin.info/aero/PLFoJLrFYs8ghGPbnzXf0fyTwtHULQoEiD

[@briannash5736]

@@californiahikebike Im also looking at the indian challenger and it doesn't have the wobble and has forward controls I felt more confident riding that but I have a old harley and want something new and that 6 cylinder engine and the shift assist has a addicting sound. this bike had the quad remus exhaust on it. It sounded like a formula one car!! Glad to hear you would still buy it!

[@californiahikebike]

@@briannash5736 When I first bought it I remember it sounding like a jet when I got on the throttle. I think the Indian is in the same category as the Harley as far as riding style. The riders on both of those bikes just kinda watch as I cruise by them with zero effort on the freeway. And in the twisties you never look back. I actually feel like my bike rides better in the twisties when my wife is with me. We did a 10 day trip from Central Cal to Yellowstone and back and it was so comfortable (With the RDL seat) she kept falling asleep but never in danger of falling off. She said it was like cruising on our sofa! LOL. If you have a few minutes check this out from that trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKSmf2ute56KsMk

[@stephenpopovich9287]

Can someone please post the link for the Aeroflow wings?

[@californiahikebike]

@@stephenpopovich9287 aeroflowscreens.com/product/22k1600-aerowings/?srsltid=AfmBOorMIZuGcFPsCXBs9BMlXs5PE1rVBbI4u7V-q3Z_ilJV0T7_z3sn

[@californiahikebike]

@stephenpopovich9287 Don't see them but you can contact them at website above.

[@stephenpopovich9287]

@@californiahikebikeThanks so very much 👍. Great channel 😊

[@californiahikebike]

@@stephenpopovich9287 Thanks! I wasn't able to find direct link. I wonder if they discontinued them? Please post update when you know.....

[@Rambler358]

What size is the windscreen? I also have a 7jurock screen, but with the vent. Did tires make any difference to you in the bike’s stability? And do you have a link to which Aeroflow Wings you got?

[@californiahikebike]

20" screen. Tires made a little difference. Stock Bridgestones were crap. I went with the Michelins. Here's the review on the 7Jurock. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZukhpWemdV4qJY

[@aaaa1324]

From where did u get your backrest seat and how much it cost? I bought 2022 grand america and i did experience helmet shaking in high speed

[@californiahikebike]

The entire seat is custom by Russell Day Long. Well worth the investment!

[@californiahikebike]

Here is my in depth review of the seat: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXzQoaqMZbV8e6c

[@aaaa1324]

@@californiahikebike thanks for fast reply. I have two options now Russell and Sargent seats. What about the windshield and Aerowing where can I buy it?

[@jeromestocks344]

@@aaaa1324 Aerowings are from Aeroflow, Orange County CA

[@Gigantor60]

BMW engineers ignored wind tunnel reports for the Grand America. I would start with the wind screen and tires. No way, I'm adding that much ugly to my bike. I can live with the minute buffeting on my 2023 GTL.

[@californiahikebike]

To each his own. Worked for me and a lot of others....

[@thysdreyer6886]

The wind buffering on these bikes is disgusting , feels like someone is beating you on the rear of your helmet .

[@californiahikebike]

I don't feel it on my helmet at all. I feel it on the front end mostly when approaching a big rig or when riding thru a strong gust. The windscreen and wings help a lot but don't 100% alleviate.