Shadowfax-ST Blog

I love riding Sherbert and experience backache. As a sports-tourer, Shadowfax did the same. Fitting the Bike-Quip handlebar risers  eliminated most of my discomfort. It's natural to expect the same outcome from fitting handlebar risers to Sherbert. I chose the HeliBars Gen 2.0 handlebar risers against a field of cheaper alternatives and imitations. Everyone reviewing the Performance Handlebar Risers for 2018+ Gold Wing gave a positive outcome. They listed the following benefits, which matched my needs: Improved low-speed control Relaxed arms with improved reach Exceptional quality Proven manufacturer's record So, how did that turn out? Fitting the HeliBars Gen 2.0 handlebar risers The HeliBars arrived from WingStuff in a cardboard box containing labelled bags with the risers, the bolts, a pair of covers, and two small zip ties. An instruction booklet came with them. Preparation includes protecting the bike's surfaces. I used masking tape and blankets that survive from my

We've wanted the Traxxion Dynamics belly pan since collecting Sherbert from Germany.  I know many owners have done thousands of miles and "never" had a problem with debris breaking the engine. I've covered some miles on STs and Sherbert and not had a problem with debris either. I also know countless eye witnesses on the news telling us they've "never" seen a tornado, earthquake, flood, or other disaster like it. Anyway, a good friend in the USA helped to save me a 50% price hike on postage. It's still way more expensive than I believe it needs to be at $315.97 and there's the market for you. Fitting is easy enough when you know to follow the instructions on the bolt packets and watch all the videos to prepare. Cruiseman's video is OK and after watching Max McCallister's hesitant voyage of instruction it was obvious that Chris made an error. Although correcting the error, I'd have edited it out. Anyway, it’s now fitted and ready to r

It's a fair let down to discover the $235 Honda Goldwing Homelink kit isn't catered for in Europe.  Sure, the adverts claim we can fit Homelink as an option and how? There's no loom and no connection to the dashboard display. I discovered this after spending too long installing the Homelink transmitter and loom supplied in the kit. This takes some time feeding the cables down the back of the pannier and then accidentally pulling the grommet all the way through the purpose-made hole. The instructions are easy enough to follow in the Wingstuff video with Fred Harmon on YouTube. There was much cussing and silicone spray trying to reverse that situation and quiet elation when finally all done. Imagine my dismay when my extensive search for the on-bike loom turned fruitless. I messaged on Facebook and owners were helpful in directing me to where the connector should be.  I only found a boot concealing a 3-pin connection.  I found out the bad news from a French Goldwing owners fo