I believe that the rear mudguard has an extension which slides up or down to stop the crud from flying up on the topbox or passenger.
I did have a BMW that had this extension but some people remove them.

Thanks all,my first post on here and am overjoyed with the help and advice !!
Keep up the good work all

Hi,the above bolt that holds the rod on top of the swing arm/ drive shaft tunnel (sorry for my ignorance obviously I love riding my bike but don’t know what makes it work ! :lol: )
Is very rusty and I’d like to replace it as it spoils my silver swing arm ! The rest of my bike is spotless really,it’s ...

Hi,new here,second RT and gone back to the air cooled,I believe hexhead ? Not a new topic I know but wondered if my old girl is included in the shaft recall ?
It’s a 2008 with only 13000 miles.
Any help advice appreciated.
Oh and I’m a UK resident and live in Lutterworth nr Leicester.