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d.  Align the clips so they face toward the 
front of the LightBar (at right in this photo), 
then tighten the nut and bolt securely.  

 

 

 
The large serrated locking washer will 
prevent the clip from rotating on the LightBar. 
 
6.  Fit the LightBar up underneath the fender.  
Attach it to the crash bar using an M6x16 
bolt, with a locking washer and a large flat 
washer.         LEAVE THE BOLT LOOSE 

 

 

7.  Mount the upper brackets as shown in 
these next photos.  Use M6x16 bolts, flat 
washers, and nylon locknuts.  The brackets 
are mirror images of each other; it will be 
apparent which one goes on which side.  This 
is the left side, front of bike to the left. 
 
 

 

 
LEAVE THE BOLTS LOOSE FOR NOW !!! 
 
8. The LightBar is designed with elongated 
assembly holes so it can accommodate 
variations between the crash bar and the 
frame.  Adjust the bar so it’s centered left-
and-right.   

      

 

 
9.  Wiggle the LightBar back and forth a bit so 
that the brackets and hardware work out any 
stress points. 
 
10.  Now go back and tighten all the nuts and 
bolts.  Use common sense and don’t over-
tighten. “Snug but gently firm” works for us.  
 
Remember to tighten the screw in the middle 
that holds the LightBar to the BMW crash bar.  
Be careful that you don’t strip this screw – 
torque to 6 ft-lbs (8 Nm) 
 
11.  If you plan to mount the BMW fog lights 
you must reconfigure one of the metal 
bushings in the fog light plastic tabs. 

 

 
12.  Use a penknife to gently pry ONE of the 
bushings out of the inside of the plastic tab. 

 

 
13.  Replace the bushing so that it’s on the 
outside of one of the tabs.  In this position the 

plastic tabs will easily fit over the fog light 
mounting clip.  It’s important that these tabs 
are not stressed when they’re bolted onto the 
clips.  “Test fit” the fog light onto the mounting 
clip and make any adjustments as needed. 
 

 

The brackets go on TOP of the tabs 

on the LightBar, not underneath 

 
14.  Slip the plastic spacers into the clips.  
These spacers prevent the clips from bending 
inward when you’re tightening the bolts that 
hold the fog lights onto the clips. 
 

 

 
15.  Fit the BMW fog lights onto the clips, and 
hold them in place with the screws that 
originally held the lights onto the BMW bar.  
  

 

 
16.  Reconnect the wiring harness by pushing 
the male fitting up into the socket.   
 
17.  Use the zip ties to secure the wiring 
harness to the LightBar.    
 
18.  Tighten the screws that hold the fog 
lights to the clips.  Snug but firm. 
 
This completes installation of the LightBar 
and the BMW fog lights. 
 
 

First remove the screw that holds the
crash bar to the frame, and replace it
with the bolt and nut we provide 

Press fit metal bushing

Centered 

on the bike 

Summary of Contents for R1200GS ADVENTURE

Page 1: ...ttempt installation unless you can perform it in a safe and professional fashion It s very important to use the hardware we provide and carefully follow these instructions for the proper application of that hardware Each nut bolt and washer has a specific application and cannot be substituted for another use We really mean this BestRest recommends using a semi permanent thread locking compound blu...

Page 2: ...trip this screw torque to 6 ft lbs 8 Nm 11 If you plan to mount the BMW fog lights you must reconfigure one of the metal bushings in the fog light plastic tabs 12 Use a penknife to gently pry ONE of the bushings out of the inside of the plastic tab 13 Replace the bushing so that it s on the outside of one of the tabs In this position the plastic tabs will easily fit over the fog light mounting cli...

Page 3: ...eel resulting in handling or control problems It s very important to check the brackets on a daily basis for signs damage metal fatigue and or loose or missing hardware If these are discovered you should immediately remove the LightBar from service until repairs can be made Do not proceed with product installation unless you are qualified to complete the installation in a safe fashion and as descr...

Page 4: ... installation assistance If you don t understand 12 volt wiring systems can t operate a voltmeter or ohmmeter or if you can t crimp or solder wire connectors then you shouldn t attempt the installation Note The R1200GS has a very sophisticated computer controlled electrical system If you re not careful you could damage the entire computerized ignition system resulting in expensive repairs and repl...

Page 5: ...nd AP2 fuse panels are perfect for this application because they re capable of 8 different circuits and 5 independent fuse ratings They re available from BestRest for about 55 00 Refer to our website for a schematic of these fuse panels We mounted the Centec just above the battery on the back of the plastic air box We drilled 4 small holes in the air box to mount the Centech When we finished drill...

Page 6: ... the top left of the gas tank Fig 4 On the right side remove Bolt 1 and bracket 2 Fig 5 Remove two screws holding upper gas tank body panel to front gas tank cowling panel as shown with the black arrow There s one screw on each side at the top of the tank On the left side of the tank remove bolt 4 The front of the tank is held by a rubber bushing 9 do not remove this bolt The entire tank assembly ...

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