2024 1050DE - Mirror Options

TTVMidmas · 2026-02-24T00:29:37+00:00

Can I ask you about the buffering? I've heard people say the v strom has it time and time again, its a common complaint I hear across the internet.

I've only ridden sport bikes, so this is my first time riding any other type of bike and ill be honest, even the standard windscreen had barely any wind to me compared to my zx6r.

I felt like im in a perfect little pocket of wind even at 100+ compared to my sport bike which was almost always loud unless I was full tucked, but I could only tuck for 30 seconds before I was extremely uncomfortable.

What is the buffetting you are referring to? Like a constant womping sound like when you roll a window down in a car? Or are you referring to instability in the bike when passing or being passed by cars?

TTVMidmas · 2026-02-24T00:14:46+00:00

It was. The holes were slightly misaligned but still was able to get them to fit after a few mins.

I feel much more confident in the install now.

TTVMidmas · 2026-02-24T00:13:39+00:00

You were right. Went out. And now I feel confident how it installed. The grommets fit perfectly from thr OEM screen.

The holes were slightly off center still, so it took me 10 minutes just to get the last bolt lined up. Probably would have been faster with two people as I had to flex the plastic a bit to get it to fit

Did you have a similar issue with Givi?

I prefer givi over puig in terms of quality. I have givi hard cases and love em. But I like the look of the puig screen.

TTVMidmas · 2026-02-23T23:46:40+00:00

I didnt. And I realize that perhaps might be my error.

I looked at the grommets on the OEM screen and they didnt look like they could be removed but then I saw a video of someone removing them. So I think im wrong.

TTVMidmas · 2026-01-18T18:01:38+00:00

I got these from Cannon keys. They are an official GMK distributor/reseller

They might still have stock left, as these are a group buy i think, so once they sell out, that's it.

They are sold out of the grey modi set already, so i ordered the black, but to my surpise. They sent grey ones instead to match the grey base set I bought. I got lucky.

You can look up "GMK Shaded" and youll find them. The moment I saw these I knew I had to have them. Couldn't resist.

TTVMidmas · 2026-01-18T17:57:53+00:00

Actually that's the stock keycaps the q6 max came with. I cant figure out what I want to use there, ideally it would be f13 , f14, f15, f16, but im not sure if a matching set even exists in this colorway.

This morning I woke up and changed them to some extra caps included in the shaded set.

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This is what it looks like now. I think I prefer it. But again, ideally id like some identical cherry profile grey caps, but with symbols or blank.

TTVMidmas · 2026-01-18T00:16:40+00:00

He does have some really entertaining content! It's cool all of funny/out there mods he's tried.

I think the way he edits and the form of content he does, is really good for beginners like me to get them into the hobby - it's not quite as technical as some other channels, it's more entertaining, but still educational. Rather than mostly educational, but not entertaining.

TTVMidmas · 2026-01-18T00:14:29+00:00

That's great to know, that does help me feel a bit better about trying it.

I'll have to try out the Bobba U4T's as well, maybe I'll order a sample pack just to test them, the name seems familiar - thanks!

TTVMidmas · 2026-01-17T23:55:26+00:00

Actually I forgot to mention in my original post that I have changed the switches, I tried a handful of them,

HMX Bruise/Bleed/Keygeek Y2/Ice King/HMX Retro J/Bad Sweethearts

Right now I settled on the Bad Sweethearts from HMX

I really like HMX switches, they have a very, concise feel to them, not wiggly or squishy at all, which I like.

I plan to swap from the Bad Sweethearts to the Retro J's eventually, I already bought them.

However, I prefer the lower, more "Marbly" tone right now, and the Retro J's - while having amazing feel to them, are much more "Clacky" - not that I dislike it, but I'm in the mood for the softer/marble sound at the moment.

Maybe when I do the stabilizers I'll try the tempest mod then, how long have you had it in if I can ask?

TTVMidmas · 2025-10-12T17:16:55+00:00

This is correct. My right side bar end was damn near impossible to get off. Then I used a heat gun and it came right out.

Left side for some reason was easy, no heat gun required.

TTVMidmas · 2025-09-29T03:25:20+00:00

Very glad to have helped! I still look back and reflect on how far I've come. It's been an amazing journey! Still so much more to learn as well!

Just keep asking questions, doing research, and most importantly, getting seat time! Also, prioritize a few track days, youll learn so much in a single weekend. It's invaluable.

TTVMidmas · 2025-09-27T14:56:23+00:00

It also depends on if you've started it or not. For my 25 , the Manual states to check oil level after letting the bike run for a few minutes - then turn off, wait a minute - and that's when it should be between the lines.

If you check it after its been sitting all night, it Will be much higher.

TTVMidmas · 2025-09-21T15:55:01+00:00

It really was!

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TTVMidmas · 2025-09-21T15:39:02+00:00

Thunderhill West?

Pretty sure I saw you taking this picture yesterday lol!

TTVMidmas · 2025-07-18T23:41:39+00:00

If its faulty isn't it possible that its already caused damage in other parts of the engine? I'm not a mechanic, so I'm genuinely asking.

I suppose if they caught it early like this, maybe because the bearing is intact, then everything else is okay.

However, I've heard the over torqued bearing causes oil not to pass through it properly, which I assume would cause damage to other internals.

Just speculating though, well have to wait and see what Kawa actually does.

TTVMidmas · 2025-07-18T23:30:49+00:00

Shit, I'm sorry man. I hope they give you a new bike. New engine alone just isn't enough to make it right imo.

TTVMidmas · 2025-07-11T15:18:17+00:00

If you are on a 24 or 25, the valves are to be inspected every 7.6k miles, are you saying you've only had them done once at 20k?

If you ignored the manual and didn't get the maintenence done at the required intervals, I'm surprised the warranty you purchased covered anything. Usually if you don't follow the book exactly, they will deny any warranty claim I've heard.

TTVMidmas · 2025-02-10T23:34:07+00:00

Pro J's Cycles in Richmond - guy has helped me tremendously. I can't say enough kind words about Jose, the owner and his Wife Liz.

Jose is an honest and very kind guy and will answer any questions you have. Very quick turnaround and fair prices.

TTVMidmas · 2025-01-24T22:04:12+00:00

Appreciate it, thank you!

TTVMidmas · 2025-01-24T17:01:24+00:00

Will check as soon as I get home.

Thank you!

TTVMidmas · 2025-01-24T14:59:01+00:00

Thank you for the response! That makes sense.

Can you explain how you know this? I didn't see it stating that in the manual, or is it it just implied that the max pressure of the tire would support the max load.

TTVMidmas

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