I have the same racks , i drilled a small hole in the rear fender behind the square section the indicators are mounted on .Then i took the wiring through a rubber grommet . It looks a lot neater as you can't see the wiring.
@timsatch91985 жыл бұрын
Was just thinking the same.. also, the long bolts, cut them off.. too short a gear change, cut it in half, weld your desired extension in, grind, paint, finished. keep up the gr8 videos
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian. I think I even have some spare grommets in a parts bin. Good thinking.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim! I almost did that to my gear shift lever during my trip to Prudhoe Bay. Decided to put it off and focus on other things, but that modification is still on the list of to-do's.
@banditoo74 жыл бұрын
I installed mine with the latch facing forward so I can just hop off the bike and open while standing next to the bike and don't have to walk around the back of the bike. Really handy if you need the wet weather gear in a hurry too.
@solomonthe90765 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 I hope you keep them none painted, they’re beautiful and awesome 👏!
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
Non-painted, but with white *REFLECTOR STRIPS* for safety thru visibility! Flat plate aluminum is a good reflector at only one very narrow angle, that's why stealth vehicles have flat surfaces. For visual balance, put matching reflector strips on sides of jerry cans, too, plus yellow on back of panniers and on front of windscreen.
@sumanhore2745 жыл бұрын
I think the indicators wires can be pull upward thorough holes so it can look more complete. .ad the box looks good ..ready for exploring ad adventure ..best of luck ..
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Suman!
@sumanhore2745 жыл бұрын
Ur welcome ...
@WybleMontano5 жыл бұрын
Hey Bro, Itchy Boots is heading your way! Woooohooo! I cant wait for you both to meet!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I'll try to pull something together. Would be fun!
@gke72485 жыл бұрын
Missed the latching mechanism of the top notch was not clear in video but the video showed the way and how simple it is to fit the panniers. Thanks...Good one
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks G K E. You're totally right about that latch. I was bit rushed at the end there. Hopefully the explanation was good enough even though I forgot to show it.
@desdelcabo3 күн бұрын
Muchas gracias ! Thank's very much from Spain !
@KARMAkazeMoto3 күн бұрын
You're very welcome!
@PranabanandaJana5 жыл бұрын
the tail light wire you can route through old position hole and then tape it side wise might look more compact. Also white powder coating is good idea. You can put black strip in the middle same as your gas tank & guard.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Good thinking, and thanks for the feedback on box color! J.
@allenhuling5985 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Agreed about running the wires thru the old blinker mounting holes, maybe with a rubber grommet for protection. Use a single loop fastener on the side of the fender to keep it tidy. Were it me, I'd try to get rid of that plate/tail piece and mount the plate to the back of the new blinker bracket. have to come up with a light solution though.
@acceleratedriving2 жыл бұрын
just got my Himalayan and watched your very useful video prior to installing the panniers. Other videos show panniers with locks to the front, yours are to the rear. Is it personal preference. Locks to the rear seem better idea. Ride safe !!
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
If you open to the front, and you're setting up camp and need to access both boxes, you are constantly going from one side of the bike to the other. If the box is open from the rear you can access both boxes from the rear of the bike. It's more convenient. Everything is more accessible. Also, if the box lid is not latched down while writing, the lid will not catch air and get yanked up. And last, in a crash I think the lids are less likely to get snagged and ripped off. Those are just my thoughts. What do you think?
@jerzywoking16995 жыл бұрын
I'd look at a way to hide the turn signal wires. Drill a couple of holes somewhere and feed each wire through a rubber grommet when you get back. Not got panniers on mine (yet) mainly because I don't like the aluminium finish. Never considered painting/powder coating/wrapping them in white. Be good to see how it looks in white, but powder coating would be best, but wouldn't a whole lot of disassembly and reassemble be needed to protect the plastic parts from heat. Enjoy your ride.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
For sure it would be a bit of a hassle. Would have to drill out those rivets, remove the plastic, get the powder coating done, then redo the rivets. Not sure it's worth it, but I do think it would match the bike well and make everything look more purpose-built. Thanks Jerzy!
@jerzywoking16995 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I think the panniers in white would look great-and different from everyone else. Just got back from a 16 day trip down to Croatia and Serbia, but on the KTM RC8 and not the Himalayan. It was an absolute nightmare on the few unpaved roads we used. The Himalayan would have been great. Got a 28 day trip to France, Spain and Portugal starting in a couple of weeks, which I am doing on the Himalayan. Not decided on which luggage to use yet-soft panniers or a large waterproof roll bag? Decisions, decisions...
@stirlingarcher21414 жыл бұрын
:-0 And there's My Woman! I just finished watching your 'Seattle to Alaska' series today, well done it was terrific to watch and listen too :-)
@stephenfleming70565 жыл бұрын
Very informative, I think I would shorten the bolts pressing on the guard and I would have to reroute the indicator wires somehow, perhaps extend them and tie to rails and through original mount holes. A wrap design of the Himalayan Mountains on the side of the panniers would be cool, or I guess you could use a view of Alaska :)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
A wrap of the Himalayas, now we're getting creative! Thanks Stephen! 😃
@wojciechweber31929 ай бұрын
Świetny film. Czy przewody do kierunkowskazów są w zestawie ze stelażami, czy trzeba je dodatkowo dokupić?
@yourobson5 жыл бұрын
I like those in silver. BTW. Noraly has just switched to soft panniers. We shall see which are better. I prefer the looks of hard ones.
@WybleMontano5 жыл бұрын
I cant wait to see her in Patagonia!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Most people are pushing for silver. I think Noraly made a good choice. I'm also running soft luggage depending on the type of trip, same brand too. Used that stuff on the recent trip to Prudhoe Bay and it worked out well. I have two more install videos to knock (heated grips and jerry cans) then I can start sharing that big trip. Thanks Robert!
@0xsergy5 жыл бұрын
they add weight and make you slower at highway speeds, i don't blame her. soft panniers tuck into the bike a lot better so much lower aero hit.
@nicholasmast4 жыл бұрын
Just ordered these racks! Thanks for doing this video, and keep them up. I'm pretty much following right behind you in your footsteps!
@Ijusthopeitsquick5 жыл бұрын
I like them unpainted. When they acquire a few dents and scratches they will look even better.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Seems like the overall consensus is to just go with silver, dents and scratches. Thanks!
@Ijusthopeitsquick5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Unpainted they'll also act as giant reflectors to wake up drivers with T-bones on their mind. :-)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@Ijusthopeitsquick Can't argue with that logic!
@pradnish4 жыл бұрын
Patina and war-scars tell tales about lives lived vicariously! :D
@Commander_Bunny3 жыл бұрын
I am going for either a light olive drab, or a standard military "flat dark Earth"-light tan, or "coyote tan"..
@cohall465 жыл бұрын
Very detailed installation of the panniers. Reroute the wires for the lights - looks a bit tacky as they are now. I like the idea of wrapping panniers.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chuck! The number of people mentioning wrapping is giving me some creative ideas.
@ccooper87855 жыл бұрын
Good, informative video. Makes me wonder why other accessory manufacturers charge so much for their boxes . If I had not already fitted Shad luggage to my NC750X I would be trying to get these boxes to fit a Givi rack. (loved the "safety sandals" although I do favour orange "safety crocs" for my garage work).
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Ha! Well, if you're going to be working on a bike from India, do as the Indians do! Sandals and flip-flops on the job-site! 😃
@jeffloucks21205 жыл бұрын
Cannot stop watching RE Himalayan videos. :)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
In that case I'll make more. Ha! Need to start mentioning my Patreon account though. About to start losing my clients if I keep motorcycling and making videos. Oh well! 😆 Cheers from Alaska!
@jeffloucks21205 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Cheers !! Was up at Eielson from '95-'98. Did a trip from AK to PA when I left but sadly in a cage. Need to get back up there someday and bring my little family. Best of luck in all your ventures. :)
@naren19670074 жыл бұрын
@KARAMAkaze, such simple step by step process. love it again! (did the Givi engine guards). Can you do a comparison on hard and soft luggage system? thanks in advance.
@MakThaNife4 жыл бұрын
That looks so nice! I want one of these bikes. Went down to my local dealer, but the salesman actually talked me out of it. I'm 6'3" and 320lbs. He said it wouldn't have enough umph for me to get up to highway speeds. Guess I'll have to wait until they get the 650 in stock. I just hope the bike isn't much heavier. I want a smaller bike I can whip around and the 400lbs of this model was pushing it as it is.
@johannes25242 жыл бұрын
Looking good for a 650 next year! Did you choose a different bike by now?
@IRONMAN-kb4su5 жыл бұрын
Doesn't powder coat take heat to apply ? You could wrap them ? I would have drilled holes for in fender for blinkers . Lookin good !
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'd have to remove the plastic to do it. Wrapping is an interesting idea. Could get ore creative with it. For sure I'll be redirecting the blinker wires.
@rcbimmerc43405 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I have added hard bags to a few of my bikes. One suggestion I would offer if you have a factory hole that has no bolt in it I would run a tap thru the hole instead of the saddle bag mount bolt. This will remove the paint and the loctite will ad hear much better. Really enjoying your channel.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I do have a tap kit. That was a really great tip! Wish I had thought of that. 🙂
@BikerBytes5 жыл бұрын
Awesome panniers mate, but those wires really kicked off my OCD! Drill a hole in the rear fender and hide them suckers for the love of money 🙏 oh, and no to painting them white. By the way, I love how you pronounce pan nears, I like to call them pan yes 👍 I’ll be doing my pan yes installation vid soon 😎, you’re much calmer than me in the workshop haha. ATB Jason.
@WybleMontano5 жыл бұрын
Hahahahahahahahahaha me too!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Alright Jason, just for you I'll tidy those wires up! For viewers sake, do as the manual shows. For my own sake, go back and modify to my liking. 🙂 Even my Tutoro got a treatment with orange oil tube. That was only because I happened to see the orange tubing at the hardware store. I think I've missed a couple of your vids. BMW is coming along nicely I presume!
@BikerBytes5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Good onya Justin, you'll ride better with piece of mind 👍
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@BikerBytes 🙂👌
@toddbaker645 жыл бұрын
Another awesome instructional video. Looking forward to your upcoming trips. Be safe!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Todd! Should be posting one later this evening about mounting Rotopax jerry cans to the Himalayan. Not my usual quality, but for sure is going to solve the mystery for others... if anyone considers it a mystery that is. 🙂
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
By the way, in the mid-60's my wife's grandpa rode a Vespa scooter from Alaska to Southern Argentina. Just trying to put ideas into your head. 😉👍🏍
@honkybrookster89782 жыл бұрын
Helpful.....thanks Dude and cheers from Down Under
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@TheOldaz14 жыл бұрын
Another good instructional, thanks Justin.
@rajenjoshi5 жыл бұрын
I would suggest to keep them original as they look nice and shiny ;) White tends to catch more dust and panniers are something which are more exposed to dust I feel. Just my 2 cents :)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I do like the idea of keeping them easy to clean. Your 2 cents are worth a lot! 🙂
@davidinghram24945 жыл бұрын
A hole in fender with a grommet would tidy the wiring up a bit. No big deal either way. On powder coating those beautiful boxes....no. I like your videos by the way.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks David! I appreciate the feedback. Coming up next are my Jerry Can and Heated Grip installs. Then I get to start sharing the recent trip to Prudhoe Bay.
@desertsolidude2 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the video! Installed mine earlier using your video instead of directions which are in size 2 font😂 👊
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Glad it helped! 😀
@IamRajRoyal5 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I guess if you mount the no plate and it's light on the bracket between the indicators then you can remove the plastic no plate carrier totally and will tidy the rear a bit
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Raj!
@marinabrennecke54953 жыл бұрын
Nice to see. I am waiting for my 2021 Himalayan in black with silver panniers. I hear, the limit for luggage in the panniers will be only 5 kg? It's a joke for me!
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
You've got me wondering, which component are they afraid will break if you go over that weight. Is it the plastic rotating piece that keeps the box on the cargo rack, or is it the rack itself? I have a feeling like other things with this bike, they are playing it extremely safe to ensure people don't overdo it and blame them for poor craftsmanship. I'm fairly confident for casual and highway riding without massive bumps and jarring, you could put 7-9kg in each box. That said, no one should blame me for testing that theory. 😉 Enjoy that Himalayan when you get it! Take good care of it and adhere to the service intervals.
@marinabrennecke54953 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto thanks for you information. I thought, the rack is not strong enough for more weights. I must drive 120 km to the next dealer for the service. So I will start in this year with 2 new bikes in the coming season: ducati xdiavel and the Himalayan. Have a save ride, summer is coming soon.
@slammermx2 жыл бұрын
You should have used the old holes for the lights to clean up the wiring
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@kirky00735 жыл бұрын
As others have mentioned, the cables should run through the original indicator holes. As for painting...uugh, please no. Building in future problems. Just cover them in stickers as you travel around the world. Ride safe J.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I think it'll end up stickers. For one thing, I have more pressing things to tackle than getting white powder coating. Nothing in the budget for that right now. 🙂👍
@sj_estudio5 жыл бұрын
Ótimo vídeo, mas agora vai ter que trocar o logo do canal, pois tem mais os alforjes para acrescentar na imagem. Brincadeiras a parte, pois ficou ainda mais linda a Himalayan, parabéns.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Muito verdadeiro! 😃 No entanto, a moto passará por outra evolução. Você verá isso em breve durante a série que vai do Himalayan até a costa norte do Alasca. O vídeo está chegando muito em breve.
@mikehurley50525 жыл бұрын
My F650GS has black hard panniers, bike is all black so looks good, but they pick up every bit of shit that comes off the bike and the road.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
You got me thinking he non-painted aluminum is probably better for cleaning and scrubbing.
@brianh10412 жыл бұрын
I followed your video today. Nicely done! But what is that extra part for?
@athersyed99075 жыл бұрын
The extended cables for the lights go through the holes where the lights were originally installed.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I believe that's an ok way to do it, but that is not how it is done in the installation manual.
@athersyed99075 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I see. My panniers were installed by the RE Technicians so I thought that's ideal 🙂
@MrTacklebury5 жыл бұрын
Mine aren't painted either. I like the silver ok and hope to get a silver top box also at some point. Currently I have a cheapie oxford top box which locks for my helmet, but that's it.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I'm getting a lot of pressure to stick with sliver. I might forgo the powder coating plans. Having a helmet box is really nice. I'm constantly carrying my helmet into the grocery store, etc. Bit annoying, but I once say a guy at a gas station who walked in with his helmet on his bike. When he came out some punk had taken it. Guy was beside himself about it. Not gonna happen to me! I carry my helmet from now on.
@coleythailand9995 жыл бұрын
I would leave the boxes the way they are. One reason is that they will act as bike protection if it falls over and in my opinion battlescars look better and you don't need to worry about a respray ha ha. There are other reasons too.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I sure don't have to worry about scratched paint if I leave them alone. Good thinking.
@bradmiller99934 жыл бұрын
No on the white. Do you feel like they are relatively heavy duty? Five hundred bucks seems like alot. Thanks.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I think they are RHD. 🙂 I also thought $500 was steep, but they're such a specialized product, and seem to be made fairly well.
@tahapathann612 жыл бұрын
bro can u give review of panniers , do u have problem to remove them as they unlock from inside , also completely waterproof?? and as we tight them manually , do they get loose over time while riding??
@Perkelenaattori5 жыл бұрын
Deliciously patinated Jeep you have there.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Perkalenaattori, that is her first and only car EVER! She and I swapped a new engine into it a few years back. She won't give up on it.
@68camaro865 жыл бұрын
4.0s never die
@bunnyreddy37973 жыл бұрын
Pillion set comfort after penears
@briantheminer3 жыл бұрын
A 60mm bolt becomes a 57mm bolt easily by using a hacksaw 😏 Personally I’d keep the panniers as they are. Great series 👍
@ron0915 жыл бұрын
I just picked up my black Himalayan from the dealership for the first time. They had installed the panniers and racks like I asked, but they handed me the rear rack and said "it wouldn't fit with the pannier rack and the instructions with the panniers said to take it off." What? I just watched your informative video and you didn't have that problem so I'm wondering who the tech was that did the job and why couldn't he do it right? Also, my indicator wiring is above the fender on both sides out in the open and looks awful. I'm going to have to re-do the job myself (except I had to leave the rear rack at the dealer who is 150 miles away because it wouldn't fit in the panniers!)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
This is ridiculous. Considering the rear rack mounts to the same holes, it would have to work... unless the inner diameter of the rear rack is distorted. The side rack fits inside the rear rack where the bolt goes through. Even if that was the case, they could have drilled it a bit. And the wiring outside the fender? Sounds like a rush job. I hope you update me on what you find and if you end up getting it corrected.
@ron0915 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I sent them a link to your install video. They wrote back "Thanks for the video! I can definitely ask and take care of that when you come back as well for the wires. Sorry for the inconvenience but we will definitely do it right for you! The instructions weren’t the best from Royal Enfield as well." So it will be corrected but not until May as that will be when I get the mileage up to 500km and the weather will be warm enough to ride it again (I live in eastern Ontario) You will appreciate that, living where you do!
@kevindaly50935 жыл бұрын
Another great video, but those wires are very noticeable to me. I'd try to run them under the fender on each side on the backside of that rear cross member to make them less obvious. It's hard to believe RE intended them as you've installed them. As for the new boxes, just cover them with stickers of the places you've ridden to like everyone else does. They'll be covered in no time at all. Or perhaps commission a portrait of your woman to be painted on them. You stay classy Alaska. ;-)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
That's true, I'm sure to have more and more stickers. I use to always get patches for my bag, but I need to start collecting more stickers. I love that portrait idea! I just shared that with Dee! 😆
@peterpanimg5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detailed video here 👍🏻 White panniers sound interesting. Some contrast black elements. All the best
@parolajd5 жыл бұрын
They look very good as they are. How do you think they will look after a year if you powder coat them?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Point taken.
@mightybeanstick98725 жыл бұрын
Not sure how the plastic parts of the panniers would fare during the baking part of the powder coating process, I suspect they would have to be taken apart. Maybe a 2k paint (cold curing) would be better? I'm sure the folks at the powder coat place would be able to advise.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I just looked it up and Powder Coating can be cured at 350°F (176°C) so it's possible the plastic would be totally fine. But it would still need to be removed to do a good job of coating the entire box. I'm getting some interesting feedback from people though, including doing a wrap job, and yeah, there's always paint. Would be easy that way.
@Hogdriver883 жыл бұрын
Looks good. Wonder how they've held up over the last year - leaks, fit etc? Also if the close proximity to the chain oiler was a problem?
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. So, I haven't had any problems with them, and there was no issue with the oiler, but to be honest they didn't get much use. I swapped them out for the soft panniers by Mosko Moto prior to the Prudhoe Bay trip seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmPWaWmEjr-pf9E
@Hogdriver883 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto LOL thanks - I see that now in the later videos. I'm kind of all over the place with the series and really should watch everything in order!
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
No worries!
@timedrifters4 жыл бұрын
Good video, BUT: .... why you didn't use the holes in the fender left and right for the cable routing..... so it looks very strange & horrible.
@marcvanheugten9472 Жыл бұрын
So did you color these panniers in the end? Might buy a used himalayan with black panniers, they show some scuffs on the pictures, was also thinking of paint, or wrapping an idea?
@Kyrodan0223 жыл бұрын
Why hard bags vs soft bags? And see you have Mosko now? What do you like better.
@nadazilch81694 жыл бұрын
My kit comes with a bracket to put the brake light back a few inches. The old bracket has some rubber washer that looks to be riveted in and the new bracket has nothing. So as I snug down the brake light on the new bracket I hear a little crack sound and the light is wobbly on the bracket. Scared to go tighter. Guys I need some advice.
@markmasztal22535 жыл бұрын
My Cherokee had the same beat up paint. Miss that machine.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
It has been her FIRST and ONLY car her entire life.
@0xsergy5 жыл бұрын
Hey, run the lights under the taillight. I've rerouted some of my wires to under the seat including that green and red, you can probably even do it without using those extenders. Won't be visible that way and no drilling required. Edit, still visible. idk, i'd definitely just drill a hole under your black rack and run the wires through that, less stuff showing.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
There's a guy on here who had me look at his. Really simply just took the wires out to the sides, from under the finder, right near the end of the fender. Makes the wires unnoticed, and there's no special drilling involved. Super simple. Will probably take that approach. Wish I had done it before my Prudhoe Bay trip, but better late than never.
@0xsergy5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto oh and one thing, keep an eye on those 2 studs(7.5mm) on the left side of your motor..mine keep loosening off and letting the headgssket leak, even with locktite
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@0xsergy that's a good tip. I'll take a look before any leaks appear. Thanks! 👊🍻
@0xsergy5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto we've got similar mileage but mine has seen a good 1k offroad on dirtbike trails and the like so i may have rattled it a little more(no jumping, slow speed over rough stuff). my head also needs a retorque coincidentally. edit 1k kms so like 700 miles.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@0xsergy Ha, at first when I read your head needs also needs a retorque, for some reason I thought you were making a joke about your head, like your brain. I was cracking up. Was about to say, I hope that's covered under warranty! And then I realized you meant engine head. Duh! I haven't finished my coffee yet. ☕ 😁 I did complete a 2,000-mile trip a couple of weeks ago, and nearly 1000 miles was on dirt and gravel, so based on what you're saying, I definitely need to go over every nut and bolt and check that engine for any leaky spots.
@p.manikandarajandr52905 жыл бұрын
Mark my words ,you will surely famoused sustainable.likes from India
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
😀👍 Cheers from Alaska! Thanks!
@Anewlegace343 жыл бұрын
My kit was missing the Bolts and the harness extensions. You wouldn't happen to have the Extension part numbers written down? I can't find them anywhere and our only RE dealer seems to have trouble getting anything from them.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Those are crucial parts to finish the job. I didn't have it written, so I looked through archived videos. Could almost make it all out clearly, but not quite. Pulled the fender/plate hanger off the bike and took a direct look. Some of the numbers didn't print perfect, but it pretty clearly looks like P# 1040309/8. Perhaps the / was suppose to be a 7, but I don't think so. Could be 104030978. Unfortunately, I think you'll still have trouble tracking it down. On a couple of parts dealer sites, that part isn't listed, nor are the pannier racks even shown in the Himalayan parts diagrams. Not cool. Hate to be the one to say this, but you might need to procure some bolts (stainless) and wire with connectors to do the job yourself. 😬 I hope I helped you a little, or at least that you get it sorted out before any long trip.
@adrian378794 жыл бұрын
Hi great videos what about moving the real light back The racks I got had a bracket so you could move the rear light back so people can see your brake light and your running light ? Like your videos very informant keep them coming 👍 Adie UK 🇬🇧
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I have been thinking about an aftermarket brake light on that rear rack/bracket. If I get one, it will be something that flashes during breaking. Cheers from Alaska!
@markmasztal22535 жыл бұрын
Not a fan of the directional wires going up and under the fender. There should be a way to snake the lines back so you can use the existing holes in your fenders from the previous directional mounting.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
The existing holes make it so the wires are then more out in the open. They can be kept under the fender, then directed to the sides instead kept at the center. I still haven't changed it yet, but it's easy to do and looks better. Thanks Mark!
@WestSussexBiker5 жыл бұрын
Noticed you have removed the handguards and changed the USB plug on the handlebars. Any reason?. Leave the alloy natural
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Actually this was filmed before I did that particular video. I'm trying to get caught up right now. For instance I'll be sharing the Jerry can it's lation next even though I've already had those install for quite a while. You'll see pretty soon I'll be caught up.
@djeffhawk79874 жыл бұрын
The box fixations are not good, Are you mountig the box on the right side ? i think soft luggages could be better with Kriega for exemple and nicer, more practical to put on and off, and the same price.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
I ended up switching over to Mosko Moto prior to my ride to the Arctic. I like the boxes for short camping trips and getting groceries. I used the Moskos Moto for the rugged stuff. Couple pounds lighter. 🙂👍
@Apalachiannature1976 Жыл бұрын
New sub great video and happy Riding
@Mxplorer852 жыл бұрын
MAn thanks so much for this video. Did not order the Pannier boxes, just the racks, but a very helpfull video! YES powder coat them white. Can't wait to see the result. Will browse your other vids to see if you posted a video where the powdercoating is done :D Subbed!
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Never did paint those panniers. In fact you probably saw that I was sponsored with some soft luggage. But I'll be showing off the hard boxes sometime soon. Just didn't bother with making them white. Maybe I still should... 🤔🙂🎨
@MahendraKumar-lt3ym4 жыл бұрын
Need third box which is set on top then complete for ride
@abhilashm58143 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the video.
@shadow13523 жыл бұрын
nice video
@Primez55 жыл бұрын
I like the chrome/steel finish but wouldnt mind seeing them white. Hope it turns out well! My Himalayan is arriving next week!!!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Next week! Awesome! Do you have any long trip adventure plans?
@Primez55 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I live in Ireland so planning a trip along the west coast. Cant wait! Keep up the great videos.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@Primez5 Excellent! My wife and I have been talking about an Ireland visit for the last few years. We'll swing it eventually. Which coast is best in your opinion?
@Primez55 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto west coast. 100%. Google /KZbin Wild Atlantic way and you'll see!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@Primez5 will do! Thanks Primez5! All the best from Alaska! 🤝🍻🙂
@Jaimelapoesie2 жыл бұрын
What diameter is the tubing of the rack?
@sscbkr485 жыл бұрын
The ultimate pannier would be a sidecar! a cool addition for a Himalayan.. my next Himalayan might be a Ural. 🤔
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
We have a Ural dealer up here. Would be nice to try one out. Would also be nice to try an old, original BMW version.
@LIGHTNINLIPSKI14 жыл бұрын
How much did the panniers cost you Justin?
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
Cheapest I ever found was genuine parts shipped from India via eBay. This is the racks and panniers for just over $500. Pretty good! I think they are on sale right now. This link will redirect to the pannier kit on eBay. karmakaze.co/ebay-himalayan-black-pannier-kit
@alexmacdonald2582 жыл бұрын
I think I'd leave them silver. My Himalayan's granite black, so mine match the bike, but my wife's bike is blue/white, and the silver looks better on hers.
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Roger that. Thanks.
@williamzamora81793 жыл бұрын
CHEVERE GRACIAS
@rapid134 жыл бұрын
Why not just run the wires up through the existing holes on the sides of the fender?
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
The length of the wires is an issue, but also you end up with a lot of external wires. What I'll probably end up doing is Leaving the wires almost entirely the way they are, but right at the very end of the Fender go to the left and right instead of up at the center of the rear edge of the Fender. The wires will reach and there's absolutely nothing complicated about it. Looks a lot nicer.
@rapid134 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Good points. I wonder if you could relocate the signals closer to the brake light? Dunno, just thinking out loud.
@esrider77653 жыл бұрын
Links do not work on ebay, could you update them
@ktmboycw4 жыл бұрын
Powder coat? How about a vinyl wrap?
@eitannegri10894 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Are these the 26L panniers? I was going to buy them but they look awfully large in the video, which is not too compatible with living in New York. Not even sure if they make any other size than 26L anyway
@Commander_Bunny3 жыл бұрын
The factory placed the panniers opening forward, I guess they act as air brakes if you forget to close and lock them, and the signal wires are completely hidden, A paper in them stated a ludicrous weight limit of 5KG each side, so very light groceries, I guess?
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
I also thought the max weight was on the light side. I think you can carry more if you are only doing street riding, but on rough terrain, RE must be concerned about vibration and repetitive impact cracking frames. That's my guess.
@Commander_Bunny3 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I am still going to haul a 50Lb sack of chicken feed next week, using the pannier holding them in place on the rear of the seat.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
That'll work, no problem. 🙂🐔
@himanim42795 жыл бұрын
Well explained....thanks.
@Michael_Mears5 жыл бұрын
Nice.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Man! A bit boring for anyone wanting ride videos, but pretty helpful for anyone thinking about getting the pannier racks. Takes all the guesswork out of the install process. Congrats on being the first to comment. 🙂👍
@gcprost5 жыл бұрын
I like the bare aluminum. Don’t you wish you had these on your ride from Seattle? Hard bags are the best, especially top loaders.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
YES! Looking forward to using these more before the season ends to go get groceries. Plus, in a pinch, you could actually fry an egg in one. Now that's what I call dual purpose! 😃
@kevinfrederick79563 жыл бұрын
I hope the long bolts don't cause the fender to crack...🥺
@bhaskarnigam85204 жыл бұрын
Great work keep on moving
@KRAM-zb2vc5 жыл бұрын
Nice panniers and get some indicator blanking plates from enfieldaccessories.co.uk to cover the holes and how about putting a hole in the rear mudguard/fender and passing the wires through, then they would be totally hidden 🤔😀👍🏻
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark! I think I'll splurge on those blanks to fill the old holes. As for the wires, I've seen they can just be passed out under the sides of the fender which is the easiest thing to do and looks so much better. Probably going to take that approach.
@KRAM-zb2vc5 жыл бұрын
Nice one 😃👍🏻
@WolfMates5 жыл бұрын
Those hard panniers look realy good on the himalayan :) About the colour, the white ceramique might look realy good :) but they alreay look good in aluminium colour so :) its about personal taste i guess :) Great DIY video, congrats :)
@gottab.somewhere59715 жыл бұрын
Just curious why the racks and panniers complete set costs more than buying them separately.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Good question! I hadn't even noticed. I know the racks themselves recently went on sale. They must not have updated the package price. I would seriously consider writing RoyalEnfieldKing on eBay about that. Might get the price adjusted.
@gottab.somewhere59715 жыл бұрын
Went to the website and all was revealed. The package price also includes a “free” oil filter.😉
@paulegan73765 жыл бұрын
By sheer chance ,I’ve also added panniers this week to my Himalayan Would agree wires at the back look naff Just added an Itchy boots sticker to the pannier , any chance you might do Karmakaze moto stickers ?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I've got a new batch of stickers on the way. Here's a couple that made it to @iridetas: iridetas.tumblr.com/post/187044497261/all-the-way-from-alaska-to-tasmania-some-cool Message me direct via Instagram with you name and address or email it to info@karmakaze.co and I'll include you in the next mailing.
@ccanales.b4 жыл бұрын
The links are broken, can you reupload?
@kevinfrederick79563 жыл бұрын
good vid...subed
@ajithcsnanjegowda97385 жыл бұрын
What's the turbocharger installed your bike (on left side of the rare wheel) . What is the use of it
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
That is a Tutoro Automatic Chain Oiler. You can see a bit more about it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmGWY4CufaadepY I've done a couple thousand miles with it now, much on dirt and gravel road, and I really like it.
@spydie3 жыл бұрын
Your links to ebay don't take you there.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
I think I know what's going on. I'll tackle it later today. Thanks for the notice! 🤝
@jtwebfusion Жыл бұрын
Are they waterproof?
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
Yes, sealed off.
@viceroygunrey40375 жыл бұрын
White wrap would be even better!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
A few people also think so. Not a bad idea.
@viceroygunrey40375 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Easy to replace too! White side cases is a great idea though. Would really give your Himalayan it's own look!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@viceroygunrey4037 I do have a tendency to do things a little different when I can. Add a little of my own style and creativity.
@viceroygunrey40375 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto That's the only way to do it imo. Personalize and trial by fire on your own terms!
@viceroygunrey40375 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Only way to do it! Personalize and trial by fire, on your own terms. The advice can't hurt though!
@siddharthdesai68014 жыл бұрын
You should have ordered black matte would have looked better with your bike
@BoltonMaverickoutdoors Жыл бұрын
You will have to remove all plastic to powder coat
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
Yup. Sort of a pain with the rivets.
@MotorcycleMeditator5 жыл бұрын
Neat
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
🙂
@Hrshsngh_195 жыл бұрын
Do you have any idea how much a top box would cost for the Himalayan?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Where are you located? Makes a difference who you order through.
@Hrshsngh_195 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto but still what's the average price?
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto - Hi, Justin. Have you found a supporting brace for the rear rack as in the Itchy Boots video "10.000 km Bike Review" (at the 12.11 time point)? I see it pictured at emlineamoto.com/en/sr9050.html , but not available anywhere as just the brace. Do you plan to make your own?
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
@@Hrshsngh_19 - Hi, Harsh. Prices vary considerably depending on whether an item is made (in India for instance) and bought there or elsewhere. And, sometimes text might be only in the local language where the item is sold. Therefore, "average price" is meaningless. BTW, here is one source for an aluminum top box, but it *currently* in stock only in color Black: www.orionpowersports.com/red-dirt-moto-rear-rack-top-box-for-re-himalayan/
@Hrshsngh_195 жыл бұрын
@@daveinwla6360 okay thank you
@shawnmoore42925 жыл бұрын
Just wrap the boxes.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea. Can redo it at any time too. Good thinking.