Kuryakyn Omni Highway Pegs Won’t Stay in”Up” Position

[gl18pilot]

Just installed a set of Kuryakyn Omni Highway Pegs on my 2023 Gold Wing. Notwithstanding some challenges getting gusset brackets lined up when putting the engine protection bars back on and the ill-fitting base covers against the engine covers, I think they look better than other options and they position very well for me when riding. Unlike the old Ergo II pegs I had on my 2008 Gold Wing, I can’t get the new ones to stay in the “up” position when not in use…they keep flopping down. I’m afraid I’ll snap the bolts off if I try to tighten them anymore. Anyone else have this problem and or know of a solution?

[Rambozo]

Maybe some photos showing where they are moving?
What size bolt and how much torque?
How about adding a star washer between the moving parts?
Loctite?

[gl18pilot]

Thanks Rambozo. The star washer idea makes sense, but there’s virtually no space for one. Extremely tight tolerance between the peg and Clovis where it connects. I attached some pics, including the base covers to show the poor fit.Just got a note back from the distributor to try a wave washer. I’ve seen some really thin ones, so that’s a possibility too. I don’t think Loctite will work in this case.