Fitting an Anti Theft Brace to the TFT of a BMW R1250GS Adventure
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
- 00:00 Introduction
00:28 Why we need and unboxing
06:18 Fitting
09:51 Finished Pictures
10:12 Outro
11:07 Closing Video
Theft of TFT screens from motorcycles is now a thing and with replacements at £1,200, you may wish to take some pre-emptive precautions with this simple brace.
Thanks to Cymarc for supplying it and here are the links to there site and specifically the brace in the video.
Main Site: www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk/
Brace Page: www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk/r12...
Below are also various links to kit I use or items referenced in this video.
These are amazon.co.uk (United Kingdom) links and clicking through and purchasing does earn me a small commission and costs you nothing extra.
I'd be really grateful if you are buying any of these if you used the links and help support the channel.
Thank you
Nick
Accessories on (or used for) My R1250GS or GSA
Motorcycle Dryer
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Horn
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Battery Charger (Dual Standard Connect and Canbus - Fits Din Socket to charge)
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Din/USB Twin Outlet Adapter
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Tank Bag
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Tanklock Ring for above (R1200/1250GS) - amzn.to/2QmYXvR
Protection
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An excellent video, informative for all us owners and produced with genuine interest and care.
Thanks Mark. Seems there's in upcoming pattern to look at on the 2021 RT which has the new 10.25in TFT??
@@nickhodgeUK Hi Nick, yes seemingly there might be a requirement - the only challenge I’ve got is getting hold of one to do the design work on but with an established good reputation I’m very lucky to have kindly people lend me bikes!
Is there any one for the latest bmw s1000rr? Greetz
@@deverhoffe3457 yes it’s on our site
@@deverhoffe3457 I don’t think so as they need to loan bikes to make them and the RR is quite rare. You could try emailing them from site though in case
What a refreshing change to see a manufacturer making a very useful quality product and not charging the earth for it and they're British too. Definitely worth having IMO
Hi Adrian. And they’ve been really grateful for the exposure so hopefully good for them and GS owners
Been considering one of these for a while, your video convinced me now to purchase. Another slick, no nonsense presentation. Thanks Nick.
Thanks Mark. The brace is reassuring after seeing how it’s fixed 😱
Crisp, clear and straight to the point. Love the video, thanks Nick!
Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Great video! Just bought one for the wife's 850 GSA and my 1250 GS from Cymarc. Great videos, very informative, keep them coming
Glad you liked it and you’ll feel more assured 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK Thanks Nick. You actually inspired us to change our bikes. We have Harleys, but the GS's are due on Wednesday! Be good to extend the riding season!
Fitted mine today only took about half an hour with the help of your very informative video. 👍
Good job Ian. Glad it worked out 👍🏻
Excellent information and great demonstration... Brilliant to see you back Nick. Looking forward to future content from your awesome channel.. take care.
Thanks for the kind words Adrian. It’s been a pain here with lockdown and of course it’s winter too, but hopefully a few vids incoming 👍🏻
Well done Nick, read the article in MCN and was concerned. Good clear instructions for those of us who are not trained bike gurus like you!
Hi John and thanks. This one is a cinch 👍🏻
Just ordered one. Thanks again for this Nick. I wasn't aware of this until you posted this. I shall mention you in my video of fitting mine 👍
Good news. As we hear so much at the minute, “we’re not safe until we’re all safe” 👍🏻🤣
Nice to see and hear from Nick in these Lockdown times. I saw that story, so thank you for this heads up. Stay safe Nick and family.
PS. I have placed an order!
Thanks for the comment. I'm sure they'll be glad of the order ;)
@@nickhodgeUK Left feedback on Google for the brace.........I mentioned your channel
@@iainian thanks Iain 👍🏻
Great to see you back Nick. I haven’t got a TFT on my GSA but my Dad has so I will send him a link to this video. I have recently purchased a twin USB from Nippy Normans and a Din Plug relocation kit due to a previous video. Thank you for your very comprehensive and informative videos.
No worries Ashley. Glad you get use from them 👍🏻
Another really good, thorough video Nick. Thank you 😊👍
No worries, thanks for watching 👍🏻
Hi Nick, just a little thankyou for the Vid. Just fitted the brace to my new Triple Black this morning. Not difficult but having the Vid for reference all helps.
👍🏻
Good news. Another layer of protection 👍🏻
Thanks for the video Nick, really good timing as I am expecting mine next week. Also, as you say, it’s great to be able to buy something manufactured in Blighty!
Great news Garry. You’re in for a treat. If we can support the UK (and others for their countries), we should. Ride safe 👍🏻
Another excellent presentation Nick. Well done. Couldn't have been easy to video in such a restricted space.
It’s often tricky then a hand comes in and ruins the focus 🤣👍🏻
Hello Nick, also glad to see you back online, i too have just ordered the part after watching your video, thanks for your help late last year with the Denali lights and Innov K2 installation but not yet used in anger thanks to Covid, many more parts added since then and now awaiting lockdown easing and clocks changing to allow the ACF50 to be burnt off and get back out on the roads.
I thinks there’s many that can’t wait. I’ve taken to wheeling her out, starting her up and putting her away. So sad 🤣
Thank you Nick I’ve just ordered one for my 1250gs very good advice nothing’s safe these days, Another very good video.
Thanks Chris and it adds reassurance for sure. Ride safe 👍🏻
Great video Nick, thanks for taking the time 👍
Thanks John 👍🏻
Sweet job, you made it look easy, the TFT guard is my next must have upgrade.
I’ll be watching this vid again when I get it just to remind me.
Thanks
Cheers Andy. 👍🏻
Thanks Nick, very informative and have ordered one. Ride safe (when you can)! Cheers, Andy
Thanks Andy. Frankly I can’t wait... spring is coming and I’m sure things will look better soon 🤞🏻👍🏻
Another great vid Nick. So glad I subscribed. Good insight provides good value. Enjoy the ride 🏍😉👍🇨🇦
Thanks Paul and ride safe 👍🏻
Have now ordered one as I'm off to Morocco this autumn (of course you are I hear you all say).
I’m sincerely hoping you do Kieron. Last year was UK restricted for me. If I’m frank, I’d take anything at the moment but somewhere a little more weather reliable would be great. Ride safe 👍🏻
Really good to see you back on here. I blame you for my 2019 GS > 2020 GSA change last September. Ironically we were both collecting our new bikes at Oxford on the same day. Keep up the great work. I’m also a big Bumot fan. Thank you and here’s to months of legal riding.
There’s worse things to be responsible for 🤣 looking forward to more rides out soon 👍🏻
Thanks Nick, very helpful, fair play 👍👍😎
No trouble mark. Get one on order 👍🏻
Didn't know it was a problem but am researching a new bike and long tour. So very useful info and will likely buy unless BMW fix the issue natively .....
Hi Kieron I’d not hold your breath waiting for BMW 🤣👍🏻
Another great video Nick....many thanks!
Thanks David 👍🏻
Great piece Nick.. I will be going on line and ordering one!
Thanks Andrew. It’s reassuring to have it on and in most cases opportunistic thieves will move on and find an easier target 👍🏻
Received my Cymarc anti-theft TFT bracket and center stand bash plate...quality above the rest...just waiting for new GSA ETA in May...thanks again for the review Nick
Thanks Steve. Bet there’s an itch for the new bike. The 2021 model has some nice features. Ride safe 👍🏻
Ordered straight away, cheers again
You’ll be reassured with it in I think Magnus 👍🏻
Excellent video. Please keep doing your thing.
Thanks Steve. Hopefully be more soon as spring gets here and lockdown eases 👍🏻
Fitted one last weekend, excellent quality. Great video.
Thanks Mark. Think MCN will force a few sales? 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK Just been watching your other videos which I’m thoroughly enjoying. I have the same bike but with black wheels and live in Whiteley. New to a GSA as went from a V4S Ducati. Having similar problems with connectivity, so looking forward to seeing all your future videos.
@@markwheeler9674 glad to have you along 👍🏻
Thanks for the video Nick. Very clear explained and shown. I also ordered the brace. After more than 1 month waiting it finally arrived (Belgium) and I had an extra unattended invoice of 41EUR to pay to receive my delivery. My first Brexit issue occurred. Extra time and costs due to the border. Unfortunately, web-shopping at UK is not really interesting anymore for us.
Yves. That’s poor as it’s made in the UK it shouldn’t attract any traffic or charges. I get we wanted to leave the EU but it does seem more a problem going in than coming this way. Maybe the EU want to punish to stop others from wanting to leave??? It’s a shame really. Glad you have it and enjoyed video though 👍🏻
Cheers Nick didn’t think it would be long before you put one on
Need a trailer soon 🤣 👍🏻
Got an old school analog display on my GS and I still watched this from start to finish. Text book “How to”. 👍
Ha ha. Thanks for sticking with it 👍🏻
Hi, same for me but I noticed they have an anti-thief for the analog version as well :) here is the link www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk/r1200gs-lc-digital-display-anti-theft-brace-in-black-144-p.asp
@@joseprado397 thanks for pointing that out Jose 👍🏻
@@joseprado397 good to know. Thank you sir for sharing. 👍
Very informative video and I fitted one to a friends GS last week and have one to fit to my new bike when it arrives shortly. I admit I did search for a fitting guide, as the Cymarc instructions aren’t clear. My one reservation is that I am not sure publishing this furthers our efforts to stop them being stolen 🤔
I totally agree with you, quite irresponsible posting this.
They’re already being stolen. Do you really believe that not showing people how to stop it is better than doing nothing? Criminals do not need to watch CZcams to learn this surely??
@@nickhodgeUK Your video is well made and intentioned. Cymarc actually mention in their video, not covering the detailed fitting instructions for obvious reasons. My point is not making people aware that they are being stolen, but revealing that you only have 4 x torx bolts to access the Cymarc fitting bolts, that is by no means obvious.
@@inverlane1939 I get it but that’s not true. There are many more tools and the ability/time to remove all that..... or, yank the screen off. It’s naive to think this causes theft/crime. Many years ago. In a different life, I sold a lock pick set (a legitimate locksmiths tool kit) I got criticism from the Sunday Mirror of all things. They asked police for comment and were told “this won’t make any more crime, in our experience no one picks locks except in movies, they use sledge hammers” 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK agreed 👍
Alaways a pleasure to watch your videos, even though this time not applicable to e as I have an "old" R1200GSA from 2015, Looking forward ot your next video; Please ride and stay safe!!!
Thanks for the comment Kim. It’s in the memory bank when you upgrade 🤣👍🏻
Well done and to the point..,,,,thank you for the information and tutorial.
Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Thanks 🙏 fitting mine right now.
It’ll be a relief when you have and it’s pretty tidy when done 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK hi Nick, yes it looks great and didn’t take long at all. Thanks for the video and keep them coming 👍
Hi Nick just an update I’ve just ordered a 21 GSA so will be fitting one of these plus a few other farkles 😝keep the excellent videos coming.👍
Fantastic Dale. Enjoy the new bike 👍🏻
Greet video mate greet to see you on here again love your bloks keep safe.
Thanks Stephen. It’s been a cold locked down winter. Hopefully a more regular stream incoming 👍🏻
There is now an article in the Ride Magazin of May 2021. Exactly what Nick explains, it’s a protection issue which needs to be addressed by the bike manufacturers. I meanwhile received my own TFT brace, which I ordered at Cymarc, too, and which I installed it on my bike myself. It’s easy to do, especially with the help of Nick’s video. In the Ride Magazin article it furthermore says that BMW stated that their TFTs are coded against a certain bike and do not function on alternative machines. I doubt that. What about needing to install a broken TFT as a spare part. In the article it is also mentioned that TFT theft happens at large scale, so I guess there must be a way to re-pair a TFT to an alternative bike. Anyhow, thanks again Nick for making us aware of this problem!
Thanks Frank. Glad you have some protection. I hear it’s components they are after to build ‘hack’ boxes for bypassing satellite TV subscription. Spoke with my dealer yesterday and they say they’ve had none, but who knows?? Ride safe 👍🏻
Thank you Sir for sharing.
Awesome!
No worries Glenn. Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Great video, looking forward to more new videos.
Hi Ivor and thanks. Certainly a few tests to do soon when lockdown’s over. Also have a some tour stuff but boy they take some editing 🤣
Excellent video, also great product.
Thanks for watching Paul
Hi Nick, Well, my TFT brace arrived yesterday from Cymarc and I fitted it today. That task would have been a lot more difficult without your great video, so thank you for that.
One small thing I think is worth mentioning. As you know the neoprene strips that are supplied with the brace are not the correct width. Instead of applying them to the brace and trimming off the excess with a sharp blade, Stanley knife or similar, I think it is better to pre -cut the strips before applying them. This way you can put the non -cut original side nearest to the screen and you achieve an even neater finish that way.
Thanks again, John
Good comment John. I did think after I cut it in situ. Glad you have one though and hope you feel a little more assured 👍🏻 ride safe
Good Job !
Thanks Wiktor 👍🏻
Thanks Nick 👍
No worries Kenneth 👍🏻
thanks for the video , very usefull !
Glad you liked it Stefan 👍🏻
Great videos pal
Thanks Steve 👍🏻
Thanks for the info Nick .....👍🏴
No worries. Hope it helps 👍🏻
Hi Nick, I’m new to the channel and have subscribed after watching a few videos. I’m collecting my first ever GS on Friday. I’ve opted for the Triple Black and will be part chopping my S1000XR in.
Having seen this video I’ve just purchased the TFT bracket from Cymarc.
Great videos, keep em coming👍
Thanks for watching and sure you’ll love the new bike. Ride safe 👍🏻
Good stuff Nick
Thanks Lee 👍🏻
Oh dear Nick, I wish that I hadn’t seen this, all I’m doing during this lockdown is buy and fit extras to my F900XR as it sits in the garage. At least I’ll be able to ride it next month to attend a blood donor session at the JR!
Frustrating eh Roger? Still nothing else to spend money on 🤣
Nice one Nick! Thanks for making me now fear my TFT display getting nicked! I’ll have to order one now. 🤨 Looks easy to fit and I suppose the sun screen is a benefit too.
Cheers
I know.... sorry 😂👍🏻
Got one coming for mine hopefully by end of month i unfortunately didn't order it direct so having to wait looks good though. Thanks for your review.
Thanks Paul. Think the article in MCN and maybe the vid have set a run going? Mark (Cymarc) said it had got awfully busy 🤣👍🏻
Good to see you back on You tube Nick, Think you should be on commission with Cymarc!
Thanks Huw. In fairness I’m just happy to have something for content. They sent me the unit but actually happy to promote something British, useful and well made. I told them, and some others I won’t publish anything I’m not happy to have on my own bike 👍🏻
Well done video Nick. I'd never heard of the TFT screens being ripped off over here but it's only a matter of time. Cheers.
Indeed. People steal the weirdest things 😡
Hi nick glad too see you back what happened too the videos of your tour around the uk on your new bike ok thanks 👍❤️
Anthony. You realise the editing time on these when you’re midway 🤣🤣 I promise it’ll be soon 👍🏻
Nice work Nick my only suggestion put the foam onto the TFT since the face is the softer material then thats the part that should have the tape, the foam can rub on the brace, Carry on, Merlin !
Yes I guess you could. Couple of concerns. 1) covering light sensor 2) I have a speed angel protector so it is protected a bit anyhow. Still valid point though 👍🏻
I travel into London on a regular basis for Bloodrunners, so this is a must. BMW is so worried about this they haven't rectified it for the RT1250 (2021) TFT. So NN came out with an anti-theft bracket.
Hi Mike. It’s a shame but keeps the aftermarket going I guess. Suspect the NN one is made by Cymarc as his only limitation is borrowing a machine to design it. He’s bent over backward to do other models for sure 👍🏻
Great video Nick. I stock a few cymarc parts but I think I’ll start stocking these too. I’ll send my customers to you for the install video. Until I get round to doing my own of course 😀
I think the more the merrier although I am getting some criticism for showing criminals what to do?? 🤷♂️
@@nickhodgeUK Its done every day. Just look at the keyless start systems. TV programs telling people how its done and where to buy the gadgets!
@@kevinwyatt9771 it’s a delicate balance. My intention was purely to stop someone halfway through a tour finding they had no screen and having to cough up £1,200 or make an insurance claim which costs in the long run. In my experience criminals for this are opportunistic and if you make it as tough as you can they’ll move to easier targets. Will anything stop a determined one? Nope, if they want anything badly enough, it’s there’s and that’s the shame 👍🏻
Awesome!
Thanks a lot 👍🏻
Had my TFT stolen in central London Literally days before my Cymarc anti theft bracket arrived. :-(
Once I spent £1250 for a new TFT I did add further anti theft modifications to the screen and then added the bracket as double protection. There is no way they'd get my screen off even if they cut through the bracket. Thanks for your videos.
So annoying. Little shites. Glad you’re protected now 👍🏻
Great video Nick...I'm in Vancouver,Canada expecting my 2021 GSA in May...contacting cymarcbikes today.
Hi Steve. Great for you with the bike. Lovely. Ride safe 👍🏻
usefull as ever👍🏼 and you apologise for the outdoor sound but it's still way much better than many other reviews😅
Thanks Mike. Sometimes outdoors you know there’s been a gust of wind or the noise of the city around me and your head is saying “damn you”. The viewer doesn’t hear that but maybe that’s the apology trigger 👍🏻
Thanks Nick, mine arrived today from Nippy Normans who I get most of my BMW farkles from and it looks a nice piece of kit. Cymarc supply them and as I already have an account with Nippy it was easier for me to order from them, plus they do free p&p too 👍
Good job Adrian and an easy fit that at least offers peace of mind 👍🏻
Yes peace of mind at a reasonable price, especially compared with the concequences of having one stolen. It's unlikely mine would be stolen but even so I thought it worthwhile and of course if I sell the GS I can either transfer it to the new one or sell it on easily
Thanks for info 👍🏻
No worries Rob 👍🏻
No worries Rob 👍🏻
So far, we do not have that theft problem, but if you keep talking about it, we’ll have ... haha
I finally made the move to buy it, hope you have a little $$ from it... thank you 🙏🏼
Hi Jean-Marc. Glad you bought it. Nothing for me but reassuring for you 👍🏻
Hadn't realised that this was a thing, but looks to be a great solution - thanks Nick and good to see you back. Slight aside, which headlight guard did you go for?
Hi Peter thanks. It’s the one linked on my EBay video. Another man in his shed! 👍🏻
3 Dislikes? Probably some thieves. Good video.
Always some 🤷♂️. There has been one opinion in comments that it’s encouraging theft. I don’t see it that way and hope they move on when we all have braces. Much of this is opportunistic I feel. Thanks for you comment 👍🏻
TFT theft from a 1250GS was just reported in New York City, the problem is here now too. Ordered one of these for my RS.
It doesn’t take long for this particular virus to spread. Bastards
Really good video. I’ve got the identical model as you so will be making a purchase soon, although maybe it’s a problem that BMW should be addressing and picking up the cost!!
I think the issue may be the need for vibration dampers although I’m sure if Cymarc can design something BMW could do more 👍🏻
Fitted one on my 1250 a few months ago - great bit of kit. A small point but it would be nice if the neoprene strips were the same width as the frame (I trimmed mine back before sticking them on).
I really don't understand why bike manufacturers can't foresee this sort of problem and properly secure items on their (our) bikes.
Because there is no incentive for them to secure them, £1200 is easy money for them every time one gets stolen :(
Hi Robert, I agree that more should be done to strengthen this area, I didn't even know it was a thing until I saw the article
Great Vid, It’s encouraged my to buy one. Plus it’s British.
Well done Richard. I certainly feel a little more reassured
Hi Nick, just watched your TFT anti theft brace video, well that’s another £50 you have cost me 🤣🤣.
Cheers Ed. Cheque’s in the post 🤣👍🏻
Excellent Video Nick,trying to find a security device for my r1250r without much success
Have you emailed Cymarc as the video gave him some traction on borrowing other models to make? Just may not have reached his website
Stainless steel, Torx 'anti tamper' screws are availible at any decent engineering suppliers.
Ive have found them online for 49p each
Oh yes I know Dave. It’s just if something is made for BMW specifically it is helpful to have torx fasteners so it’s no more tools 👍🏻
Great vid , hoping to purchase a 1250 GSA within weeks, I dont know if we have that theft problem in northern Spain but still to be safe and sure great idea, ( I may get charged import rate to spain form UK
I’m not sure Mark and it never concerned me but feel reassured now and thieves seem similar the world over. Enjoy the GSA 👍🏻
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Thanks Nick, appreciate your videos a lot, they are very helpful. I also bought the anti-theft TFT brace, hope it arrives here in Switzerland soon. May I ask what type of LED front light protection glass you are using?
Thanks Frank and sure. Another British Supplier here www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-R1250GS-GSA-LC-2018-21-Headlight-Guard-With-Personalised-Engraving-/233159607471?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
@@nickhodgeUK thanks a lot 👍
Nice video, very informative. Been having my 1200 now for over a week and just spend a small fortune on a Roadlok 😄 but this one will definitely be coming on the bike also. Don’t now if Cymarc delivers to the Netherlands but Touratech will do the job on the continent. Does the sun blocker serve its purpose by the way?
I imagine Cymarc would ship it. If I bought it I would have it without sunshade as it serves little purpose 👍🏻
Excellent informative video, wondering if it would stop a screen brace being fitted?
You’re the 2nd to ask Eric and not sure. You could ask Cymarc as they do a brace so may have an idea how they fit??? 👍🏻
Thanks for posting this Nick. I was wondering whether this security bracket is compatible with the screen anti wobble brackets?
I agree with you about the use of torx heads. Torx head screws are readily available in these sizes and are more secure...probably!
All the best, Nick
Thanks Nick. I don’t know if it works with the anti-wobble bracket. Is that the Wunderlich one of Cymarc’s? I’m sure if you asked on the website they’d help 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK Wunderlich, I like rubberised knobs!
I think you got triple the amount of neoprene strip than I did….. the brace doesn’t sit flush against the TFT. Not sure if it needs to. Also the windscreen adjustment knob is more in the way of one of the bolts than the video demonstrates but great video and better than the supplied instructions.
Hi Phil. Favouritism I guess 🤣. Fitted a mates yesterday and he cut his lengthways in half. It’s only there to stop vibration and it’s not important for it to contact. Mine doesn’t. 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK great thanks Nick. 👍👍
Well firstly, great to see another vid of yours Nick. Not seen one for a while. Brilliant job. Ok so hang on. People are stealing TFT's ? Why? What are they going to do with them? Who would by one? I don't understand that. The part your fitting looks great though so I'll be getting the same one I think with the sun visor. I think it looks finished off better than just the TFT on its own anyway. Do you have a screen protector on yours as it looks different to mine. Are you going to the Adventure Bike Festival? (All going well). If so I'll keep my eye out for you. Keep up the good work.
Offers peace of mind. My first thought was why??? Apparently (as with car fitted sat navs) they have a component within that makes a satellite TV subscription bypass box and as we know that can be £100pm!!! I do have a speed angel glass screen protector (gloss) from Amazon (cheapest) 👍🏻
Hi Nick, good information in the video, hadn't seen the article. Got my new gsa last Saturday, and still spending money on the after market bits so this looks like a must purchase, do you have a screen protector on the tft before fitting, if not do you think the bracket would still fit with the added screen protector?
Hi Simon. I do have the Speed Angel Nano Glass protector (glossy) on there, so yes. 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK great thanks for getting back to me 👍
I’ve just purchased one ! Amazing thanks for the video made my life easier 😂 one question please do you know where I can buy a decent ppf side tank protection ? Couldn’t find you on instagram . Cheers mate
Hi Ranieri. I don’t have personal experience of tank pads but try looking at the Wunderlich site. I’m on Instagram but not very active. It’s just my name on insta 👍🏻
Thanks for this vid. I had no idea the TFT screens were such a theft target. It just never entered my mind. Thanks for the heads up.
I have a 2022 R1250 GSA on order which should be delivered in about 2 months and I will absolutely order one of those guards.
K
I was wondering if the TFT safety guard/sun hood comes with a protective cover for the TFT screen to prevent scratches? If not, do you recommend one?
I wouldn’t worry with the sun shield one. I have that but it doesn’t add much. I use a speed angel nano glass (premium) screen protector on mine. The brace comes with rubber adhesive cushions to stop vibration/contact but it’s not a tight fit so doesn’t cause issue but I like the comfort of the speed angel screen protection. I use the matt finish but that’s personal choice. Enjoy the bike 👍🏻
Hi Nick, Another great informative video 👍👍. Is the company name that is on the brace just a sticker that can be removed?
Yes it is and ezy-peel 🤣👍🏻
Nice video, thanks Nick. Perhaps BMW will see this and offer a contribution to all owners as the original fitment is so insecure......? 😂
Thanks. BMW... don’t hold your breath 🤣👍🏻
Another quality video Nick, out of interest, do you find glare on the TFT an issue as you chose the item with the sunscreen?
If the sun is over my shoulder it’s ooor come what may. By preference I would have the one without I suppose. I have a gloss tempered glass speed angel protector on too but on my GS I had a ‘matt’ one and that was no better. Think if it was a little flatter (the TFT) it may be better 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK thanks for the reply Nick. Also interesting what you say about the matt protector not cutting the glare any better than the gloss one. Your vids have pretty much become my one stop shop for farkles on my first GS that i pulled the trigger on yesterday. :-) Thanks.
@@hartley383 Good move and exciting times ahead Ride safe
Looks really good...unfortunately they don't appear to do one for the f850 or f750 currently only the 850GSA. Hopefully this might be in the pipeline 🤷♂️👍
Hi Darren. Drop them an email on the website. The TFT’s the same so it just the bracketing I expect 👍🏻
Great video, thanks for that, but I wonder if the sun screen disturbs the sight on the TFT when you're driving offroad in the standing position🤔🤷♂️
Ha ha. I’ll likely never know that but there is one without. 👍🏻
🙈I've already seen it on the homepage... 🤭🤷♂️ nevertheless thanks for your answer😘🙋♂️
Well done Nick, just one question though: do we use same installation steps with same bolts to remove on a 2023 R1250 GSA?
Thank you ✌🏼
Yep. Same fitting 👍🏻
Hi Nick great video. Are you getting much benefit from the sun visor?
Nope. In fact if I bought one I’d have the one without. I also have a gloss speed angel screen protector on the TFT
An absolute safe, could be a tough hard glass or plexy glass in front of the screen to proteckt from any damage. An angry thief is able to do anything, sometime without a reason.
Since the screen is not a touchscreen, it can be a thick glass and antiglair also.
Neither torx or hex screws are safe. Anyone can have the right tool for it. A special unique screw and tool would be better.
My experience is that if someone ‘really’ wants it they’ll have it but at least it deters the casual ‘snatch’. Hopefully 🙏👍🏻
Note this does not fit with screen braces unless those are made by Cymark. The product is however well made and does the job.
Thanks David. Obviously I have the Cymarc brace too but thanks for the comment 👍🏻
hi nick my name is ross I am purchasing the new r1250 rt sport 2021 im wondering if that British company will at some point create a brace for the new rt. ???.
love your vids
Not sure Ross or even the detail of fitting. They’re very approachable so drop them a line off their website. Good luck and great purchase 👍🏻
@@nickhodgeUK
Hi thanks for your reply
@@rangeroverrossco2742 Just a quick update. They are more than happy but need to see a bike to make measurements and such. If you want a free one make your first ride one to them 🤣👍🏻
Hi Nick, When I look at your finished pictures.....Do the neoprene strips look a bit crude when the unit is fitted, creating a void at the corners and making the unit sitting out proud of the TFT, as such? Also ,is the Cymarc bike parts branding on the lower frame of the unit just a sticker ,that can be removed? Thanks for your thoughts on this.
Hi John. It doesn’t fit flush and it think that’s good. The fact BMW mount it on rubber mounts would say to me they want to stop vibration. Certainly the functionality seems good and yes, it’s an ezy-peel sticker 👍🏻
Hi Nick. How effective do you think the sun shield addition is over not having it? I assume it only shades when the sun is high and ahead of the bike.
Hi Martyn. It’s what they sent me. With all that’s above it Nav 6 etc. I see little function and would buy the one without 👍🏻
I have the strengthening brackets as I installed the the larger Puig screen. I'm assuming they attach the the same double nuts on each side. Do you have any idea if it will fit?
Hi Paul. Mark tells me it does with the Wunderlich one for sure 👍🏻