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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: MGPilot on January 11, 2016, 09:21:48 PM
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The Norge starts its life as an excellent bike. But based on your personal preferences, what modifications have you made to better suit you? Different windscreen? Gel seat? Lowered pegs? Raised bars? Additional lights? Electronic cruise control?
Please include the year of your Norge if you think it's relevant to the mods you chose.
Thanks.
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Hi All, mine January 2011, 8v Norge. Stock but added Calsci med screen, lot quieter, less buffeting. Not much higher than stock but wider on top wings. Stelvio handguards,they fit easily,hands a bit drier in wet weather, warmer in winter. Fitted Stebel horns ,under the fairing, left and right . AMP headlight covers too. Only fit bags when a long trip is planned.
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2014. MG top case for convenient storage and a nice backrest for my wife, Agostini touring windscreen for perfect wind and weather protection with no buffeting, Knight Design lowering foot pegs and toe pegs for noticeably more leg room, and a throttle lock for cruise control.
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2012 Gt. Skidmarx larger screen, Acerbis Vison hand guards (LED spots incorporated) Stebel horn, LED bar light fitted low level. wiring and fitting for Sat Nav. air pillow for longer rides although i dont really think it is required) Givi rack and 45l top box panniers only on bike when touring. replaced foot pegs to lower them.
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2006 Norge
Corbin leather seat
Stelvio rear shock - more ground clearance, longer travel
Stelvio mirrors - clearer than stock
Windscreen 4" wider and 4" higher
10% higher gearing - use Breva 1100 primary gearset
Lambswool handlebar muffs - for winter riding
Hepco racks and topbox - side cases only when touring
Steel timing gears for low maintenance (and the sound)
Almost forgot :
MPH Startus Interruptus fix - still running on original battery
John
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2014 Norge:
King of Fleece LLC rebuilt seat with Tri Color Guzzi logo, reshaped and raised 1" for increased comfort, Stelvio hand guards, Adaptive TPX, Garmin 660, CalSci medium screen, and GIVI 55L topbox with Admore light kit.
Added Twisted Throttle micro spots with custom solid mounts to front fender. Atlas throttle lock. Laminar Lip added to CalSci.
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Cal Sci tall windshield, Helibars, Russell seat, Matris shock and fork kit, Knight design pegs, cruise control, Startus interruptus, Harper oil dipstick, Wolfman tank bag and electric outlet. I would take this bike anywhere.
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Day Long.....
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2yu0pqs.jpg)
KD pegs next!
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Corbin seat - massive improvement in comfort
GoldWing 1800 footpegs - lower, flatter, wider, more knee room by about 3/4 inch, slightly shaved off part of the kickstand footrest so it doesn't touch the lowered pegs
Cal Sci Tinted Shorty - better looking, much better on turbulence than stock, had bought a CalSci medium, but have never used it as the Shorty does the trick
Tom Tom Rider GPS - hard wired in mounted on a RAM mount
Escort Battery Powered Radar Detector - also on a RAM mount
Tank Bag - from Harpers, Tank cover as well from Top Sellerie
Louder horn
Throttlemeister heavy for cruise control
Crampbuster - for when not using cruise control
Halogen Driving lights - fork mounted (can't remember the name of the brand - bright enough to make the deer not cross the road :) )
Smoked rear lenses
Scala Rider Headset Intercom - communicates with Bluetooth music and TomTom rider
All else stock...might consider changing out the rear spring when it wears out to something stiffer, but not bad so far even riding two up.
Next up...a King of Fleece seat cover for rainy days...
Got a pair of Helibars I ordered a few months ago...have yet to install them...maybe for the next super long distance ride...
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Cal-Sci medium shield and a GPS mount, that's all. The seat seems fine for me although a bit over 400 miles has been my longest day so far but felt I could have comfortably gone another 150 or so. Sitting/handlebar position in general is just about perfect for me. Very similar to my T-3.
GliderJohn
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2009
Cal Sci windshield
Russell seat
Heli Bars
Martin Engineering spotlights
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2012
1. MG cycle windscreen - re-curved like original but a little larger,can cruise at 80 with visor flipped up
2. Cee Bailey custom seat - found on ebay, got lucky and seems like it was made just for me
3. Goldwing GL1800 pegs - wider and lower than stock
4. Givi "Tanklock" bag - tanklock ring from Turkey, a nice person over there makes them for breva/norges
5. Throttlemiester throttle lock
6. Did Norge Pilot's "riser" modification to the handle bars, raised 3/4 inch
Now, just need some warmer riding weather !!
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Yes we sure do.
15 degrees and blowing snow out my window!!!!!!!!!!!!
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2012 Roller version!!!
MG cycle windscreen - re-curved like original but a little larger, can cruise at 80 with visor flipped up
Did Norge Pilot's "riser" modification to the handle bars, raised 3/4 inch
Goldwing GL1800 pegs - wider and lower than stock
J& M CB Radio with hidden antenna....cuts the range but looks so much better
Sargent seat with Italian flag
Heated outlet "BMW style on left side plastic fairing cover.
Givi topbox.
Air horn with relay
(https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a4cc05b3127ccef7a4d8a209fa00000030O00IcOGTRy5aswe3nwc/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00305994028820141224145322972.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/)
(https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a5cc06b3127cceeaa3564816ce00000030O00IcOGTRy5aswe3nwc/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00305994028820151227214227123.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D720/ry%3D480/)
I know there's something I'm forgetting..... :violent1:
Tim
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2008 Norge - things that may be less relevant to later design are marked with a *
- Helibar risers *
- Hyperpro spring and shock (rear) and Hyperpro fork springs
- CalSci windshield and Laminar Lip for stock windshield *
- Stelvio handguards
- Audiovox CCS-100 cruise control
- Throttlemeister (heavy) throttle lock / end weights
- Russell Day-Long saddle (with heat)
- MG trunk (2nd gen design)
- Additional LED lighting: 12" strips for running/signal/brake (red/amber/red) on back of each pannier, 12" amber for signal on each handguard
- Fender extensions on both front and rear
- Various engine mods help touring ( * may not be as valuable on later engine design)
- Sena SMH10 in all helmets
- Eastern Beaver circuit block with 6 switched circuits and 2 always hot circuits; all added electrical needs are fed from this block, and controlled by relays as required
- 12v accessory outlets on left dash (1) and in trunk (3 outlets) including USB converters and self-retracting cords
- RAM mounts on clutch reservoir (GPS) and brake reservoir (SPOT satellite tracker)
- IBA Premier plate frame :wink:
I've probably forgotten a few things, and I didn't include stuff that didn't have any effect on touring use but that are a good idea (i.e. starter fix).
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Russell seat, lowered pegs, raised bars, new screen, throttlemeister, Stelio hand guards.
Ciao
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09 Norge, installed second generation gel seat, Moto International risers, Rexxer stage 2 download which reduced heat/increased bottom and midrange power.
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Corbin saddle. Bought one slightly used from 1200 Sport owner who had sold his bike, but kept saddle. Installed on my 1200 Sport. All day ride. Sharpie script on saddle pan said 'Norge.'
Bob
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'07
Bill Mayer Saddle - did a ride in for a perfect custom fit the first time.
Heli-bars
GuzziTech suspension upgrade - HyperPro custom rear shock, progressive front springs, cartridge emulators
GuzziTech O2 Optimizer
GoCruise Throttle lock - best $20 I've ever spent on a motorcycle accessory
Cal-Sci XL screen - keeps the wife happy
Bike came with Givi E460 top box
jdg
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'07
Bill Mayer Saddle - did a ride in for a perfect custom fit the first time.
Heli-bars
GuzziTech suspension upgrade - HyperPro custom rear shock, progressive front springs, cartridge emulators
GuzziTech O2 Optimizer
GoCruise Throttle lock - best $20 I've ever spent on a motorcycle accessory
Cal-Sci XL screen - keeps the wife happy
Bike came with Givi E460 top box
jdg
7/8" or 1" handlebar size?
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7/8" or 1" handlebar size?
It's adjustable, got it on my Breva 1100 and take it off and put it on the EV. Fits on the grips not the bars.
Dean
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/151847654392?ul_noapp=true&chn=ps&lpid=82
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It's adjustable, got it on my Breva 1100 and take it off and put it on the EV. Fits on the grips not the bars.
Dean
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/151847654392?ul_noapp=true&chn=ps&lpid=82
The GoCruise Throttle lock comes in two sizes, 7/8" bars and 1" bars, what does the Norge use?
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Lots of people have installed the Medium Cali Science windscreen. I did. huge improvement over stock.
I have a Givi Trunk. Good for extra storage. I keep it on the bike all the time. Good for backrest for my passenger.
I installed some Stelvio Handguards.
I also had to raise the handlebars up about 1.5" to make the handguards work.
I also intalled a different dipstick that is external along the cylinder. (the original plastic one broke) It is easier to check oil, although harder to add oil.
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Bigger windscreen, bar risers, Russell Day Long, electronic cruise control, then traded on a Stelvio. :evil:
John Henry
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I chopped the windscreen way down, it measures just under 15 inches top to bottom now. Knight Design lowered foot pegs are nice, but you'll likely have to do something about the pad of the side stand contacting the foot peg. I put a spot of weld on the side stand stop and filed it down until there was about and 1/8 inch of clearance between side stand pad and foot peg. I tried a Russell-Daylong and it positioned me to high on the bike. I like the Corbin seat, it offers a little more room to move around. It also works really well with an AirHawk seat pad, for me anyway.
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I chopped the windscreen way down, it measures just under 15 inches top to bottom now. Knight Design lowered foot pegs are nice, but you'll likely have to do something about the pad of the side stand contacting the foot peg. I put a spot of weld on the side stand stop and filed it down until there was about and 1/8 inch of clearance between side stand pad and foot peg. I tried a Russell-Daylong and it positioned me to high on the bike. I like the Corbin seat, it offers a little more room to move around. It also works really well with an AirHawk seat pad, for me anyway.
Bet you could sell that Russell here, no problem.
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Bet you could sell that Russell here, no problem.
Already have, couple of years ago. It was a fantastic seat, just too high for my liking.
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The GoCruise Throttle lock comes in two sizes, 7/8" bars and 1" bars, what does the Norge use?
I have the large. Actually a couple of them - one also on the loaner Shadow. They just work.
jdg
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I have the large. Actually a couple of them - one also on the loaner Shadow. They just work.
jdg
Ok, get the large eh, most likely will brave the - F and measure them in the ga-rage.
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I'll asked again what year Goldwing pegs?
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45 l topcase
Hagon rear shock
Progressive front shock
Fiamm horns
Other mapping from Beetle
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I'll asked again what year Goldwing pegs?
GL1800
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Those of you with custom seats-if you need protection for them from rain or sheepskin protection-that's what I do.
www.kingoffleece.co m.
WildGuzzi members get free shipping and a $10.00 donation is made to this forum. Use code FREESHIP at checkout and mention WG forum so I know who to credit with that contribution.
Jim
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Those of you with custom seats-if you need protection for them from rain or sheepskin protection-that's what I do.
www.kingoffleece.co m.
WildGuzzi members get free shipping and a $10.00 donation is made to this forum. Use code FREESHIP at checkout and mention WG forum so I know who to credit with that contribution.Jim
Happy to second this...got mine a couple weeks ago from Jim...and it works great! I'll get a picture posted shortly! Thanks!
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Bump for Huzo .
Dusty
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I ride a new 2014 left-over GT8V Norge. So far I have added The larger factory windshield & the factory top box. Right now I am waiting For MCCruise of Australia to ship me the 2nd kit they have built for the GT8V. The 2V kit does not fit. In Preparation, I have removed the charcoal canister from the tail section. This will be the location for the electric servo. I installed the MCCruise kit on my 2012 650 Vstrom. It works perfectly. When my new kit is installed , I will post a few photos of my project. The most difficult part of this job is R&R of the airbox. Contact me for any no-cost advice on the canister or cruise control project.
jpparker
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Huzo , are you here , yo , Huzo , wake up mate :laugh:
Dusty
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The GoCruise Throttle lock comes in two sizes, 7/8" bars and 1" bars, what does the Norge use?
I have the black version.
(http://www.2wheelride.com/motorcycle%20throttle%20lock2.jpg)
Dean
http://www.2wheelride.com/GoCruise_throttle%20control2.html
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Yeah, some of the work I've done on my Norge was "just for fun" like wire wheels, but if you check out huzo' mods or where wheel Norge , you might see something you think's worthy of your lovely bike, it looks great.
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Or if you're inclined try wire wheel Norge instead
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2008 Norge - things that may be less relevant to later design are marked with a *
- Helibar risers *
- Hyperpro spring and shock (rear) and Hyperpro fork springs
- CalSci windshield and Laminar Lip for stock windshield *
- Stelvio handguards
- Audiovox CCS-100 cruise control
- Throttlemeister (heavy) throttle lock / end weights
- Russell Day-Long saddle (with heat)
- MG trunk (2nd gen design)
- Additional LED lighting: 12" strips for running/signal/brake (red/amber/red) on back of each pannier, 12" amber for signal on each handguard
- Fender extensions on both front and rear
- Various engine mods help touring ( * may not be as valuable on later engine design)
- Sena SMH10 in all helmets
- Eastern Beaver circuit block with 6 switched circuits and 2 always hot circuits; all added electrical needs are fed from this block, and controlled by relays as required
- 12v accessory outlets on left dash (1) and in trunk (3 outlets) including USB converters and self-retracting cords
- RAM mounts on clutch reservoir (GPS) and brake reservoir (SPOT satellite tracker)
- IBA Premier plate frame :wink:
I've probably forgotten a few things, and I didn't include stuff that didn't have any effect on touring use but that are a good idea (i.e. starter fix).
Thats an impressive list right there!
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Thats an impressive list right there!
Thanks - the bike is finally broken in (103K miles), so I should be good to go. :laugh:
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airhawk R and a stebel horn, also added a Dragon sticker.
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Geez ITSec that's a lot of miles, if I may,just off topic for a second, have you replaced your timing chain or felt that you need to ?
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2012 Roller version!!!
MG cycle windscreen - re-curved like original but a little larger, can cruise at 80 with visor flipped up
Did Norge Pilot's "riser" modification to the handle bars, raised 3/4 inch
Goldwing GL1800 pegs - wider and lower than stock
J& M CB Radio with hidden antenna....cuts the range but looks so much better
Sargent seat with Italian flag
Heated outlet "BMW style on left side plastic fairing cover.
Givi topbox.
Air horn with relay
(https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a4cc05b3127ccef7a4d8a209fa00000030O00IcOGTRy5aswe3nwc/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00305994028820141224145322972.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/)
(https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a5cc06b3127cceeaa3564816ce00000030O00IcOGTRy5aswe3nwc/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00305994028820151227214227123.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D720/ry%3D480/)
I know there's something I'm forgetting..... :violent1:
Tim
I was doing a search on seat upgrades and ran across this post. I'm wondering how you like that Sargent seat? Is it working out for you?
Thanks,
Matt
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I had my original seat raised (if I remember ) 1-3/8" at Sargeant. This makes my knee bend much more comfortable. I also had them move the passenger rise section back about 2". If I was doing it over I'd go for a 2" rise. I did the red stitching, and got a grey color for the seat, with the original color at the perimeter. The new seat is a bit firmer than necessary, but all told it has been a very worthwhile upgrade, and (like most) I wish I'd done it several years earlier. You will like this bike much more. I would prefer an 8 valve, but my goal is 100,000 miles on this one, and I've got 60K to go.
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Hmmm.
I always thought my standard '07 Norge seat was damn good... (Still do).
But sat on Bat 11's seat on his Norge and might have seen where mine is just a tiny bit inferior.
I can't recall what it is, but jeez it's not bloody bad !
BTW.
The handlebar mod is the biggest single one for me.
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I'm on my second Norge; had an '09, recently bought an '07 with virtually no miles on it. Could be a function of body size (I'm 5"7"" and 150 lbs.), but whatever the reason, I find the stock Norge extremely comfortable: great wind protection, near perfect riding position, comfortable seat. I do have a low gel seat that I use for local riding; for long distance rides I prefer the stock seat; sit higher with less knee-bend. Though I might eventually make some changes, for now all I've added to the bike:
ram mount on brake reservoir with Zumo 395, startus interruptus, Koako throttle lock, bike came with a MG tank protector and MG trunk.
Jon
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I haven't gone overboard (yet) on mods but here are some that helped
Stebel horn- added a fused wire from the battery and triggered relay with the stock horn wires.
Helibars - I'm 6'3" early in the day.
Day Long Saddle 1 1/2" taller than stock.
Ram mount for Garmin mounted to top tree like the factory Tom Tom would be and wired to the factory connector so that it goes off with the ignition.
Additional tail lights - strip LEDs along edge of tail trunk rack.
Fuel map corrected and Lamba turned off.
Silicon rubber O-Ring for throttle lock.
Fused wire direct from battery to starter relay to avoid no start condition.
I think that's about all. If there were a better sounding exhaust that included the cat I would probably do that but I prefer to not smell like a refinery fire after a ride!
Hunter
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My dad always asked me...."Can't you leave anything alone?"
I am 5'10" (formerly 6'0") 155# with a 31" inseam. My Norge is a 2014.
- 1" spacers to raise the bars
- Gel grips
- Harmonic stabilizers in bars
- Stelvio handguards
- KTM motard mirrors
- Adjustable levers shortened in length
- Custom GPS mount on left for my Zumo660
- CalSci medium windscreen
- Cramp buster
- Dual 12v USB outlets in dash
- Voltmeter
- Extenda Fenda front and rear
- Nitron gas shock with adjustable compression and rebound
- Stelvio rear rack
- Seat heater
- 1" foam added in seat
- GL1800 footpegs lowered 1.5"
- Mistral Carbon slip on with db killer
- Hyperlites set for 5sec flash>solid brake lights
- Additional run, brake, and turn lights in license plate frame
- 3/8" neoprene where knees hit fairing
- Bosch relays
- Removed canister
- Startus interuptus
- LED bulb swap all over
- LED driving/running lights
- Removed rear ABS circuit - kept front
- Motocentric tank bag
- Enlarge foot pad and straighten out side stand (remove silly bend)
- Grind foot pads on centerstand for cornering
- Removed all bearings and greased them
Well maybe he was right! If I find something wrong I don't complain, I just change it to make it better. I love the Norge and will be taking a trip across the US and back across Canada this summer.
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I have my black 2008 for sale on the Swap Meet list loaded up like many of these. Asking $4500. Is that reasonable?
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Jerry,
If I hadn't recently bought a used Norge, I would have been interested; given the extras, seems like a fair deal to me.
Jon
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Jerry,
If I hadn't recently bought a used Norge, I would have been interested; given the extras, seems like a fair deal to me.
Jon
Hi Jon,
I thought so. I've owned 3, but haven't checked the prices for a while. This one runs perfect and has a lot of stuff. Its received 112 views already! I thought someone would ask?
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Pegs? Any GL1800.
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My dad always asked me...."Can't you leave anything alone?"
I am 5'10" (formerly 6'0") 155# with a 31" inseam. My Norge is a 2014.
- 1" spacers to raise the bars
- Gel grips
- Harmonic stabilizers in bars
- Stelvio handguards
- KTM motard mirrors
- Adjustable levers shortened in length
- Custom GPS mount on left for my Zumo660
- CalSci medium windscreen
- Cramp buster
- Dual 12v USB outlets in dash
- Voltmeter
- Extenda Fenda front and rear
- Nitron gas shock with adjustable compression and rebound
- Stelvio rear rack
- Seat heater
- 1" foam added in seat
- GL1800 footpegs lowered 1.5"
- Mistral Carbon slip on with db killer
- Hyperlites set for 5sec flash>solid brake lights
- Additional run, brake, and turn lights in license plate frame
- 3/8" neoprene where knees hit fairing
- Bosch relays
- Removed canister
- Startus interuptus
- LED bulb swap all over
- LED driving/running lights
- Removed rear ABS circuit - kept front
- Motocentric tank bag
- Enlarge foot pad and straighten out side stand (remove silly bend)
- Grind foot pads on centerstand for cornering
- Removed all bearings and greased them
Well maybe he was righet! If I find something wrong I don't complain, I just change it to make it better. I love the Norge and will be taking a trip across the US and back across Canada this summer.
Jesus H...!
What sort of use do you put your Norge to ?
'Can't imagine anything else could be done, would have to be the best one going around.
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Huzo - My Stelvio was the same way but I am waiting now on the V85 as a platform. If it isn't "perfect" from the factory I have no problem making the necessary modifications. I have my Norge and KTM 990 to ride until then.
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I was doing a search on seat upgrades and ran across this post. I'm wondering how you like that Sargent seat? Is it working out for you?
Thanks,
Matt
The Sargent seat is hands down better than stock. I had them widen it a couple of inches and take some of the slope out too.
Tim
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Thanks Tim,
I keep going back to the photos you posted. I'm really liking the look of that seat (not weird about it or anything, but ...) It really is well done. Now if it's substantially more comfortable, even better.
I agree the stock seat is pretty good. But if you plan to ride the bike for a long, long time as I do, why wouldn't you upgrade the seat?
Matt
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Just keep riding it and fix the bits that are uncomfortable.
Just like Michelangelo’s sculpture, when asked how he achieved such perfection…?
He just replied…
“I started with a piece of stone and took away the bits that didn’t look like David…” :rolleyes:
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Corbin seats, Goldwing Pegs, Stelvio Hand Guards, Heated Grips, Beetle Map and Cat eliminator pipe is what I did when I had a Norge.