Barkbuster recommendations?

[Jean-Paul]

Hay all:

My problem: Almost every fall for me involves a broken bark-buster and/or clutch/brake lever. I've got the plastic ones which (I believe) come standard but have seen some which look sturdier (ie: aluminum construction).

My question: what do y'all recommend for STURDY bark-busters? I'd like to be able to fall AT LEAST once without having to replace a buster/clutch lever/brake lever.

Thank-you in advance!

 

[robp]

Get the GENUINE 'Barkbusters' name brand versions. They have a sturdy alumimum spine behind the plastic wind guard.

 

[bimota]

as above OH and welcome aboard

rob

 

[scott123007]

You can also get inexpensive (under $30.00/pr) aftermarket "folding" levers that will flip up if you fall, so as not to break, on Ebay.

 

[bimota]

SOLD - Barkbuster Storm handguards PriceDrop $60/£50

These were included with my 2016 S10 when I purchased it. I have never used them or fitted them to the bike, but they show signs of wear from the previous owner. Reasonable offers accepted. I am happy to ship to the UK or the US. PM me your address for a quote.

yamahasupertenere.com

here you are

 

[LarryI]

one other thing i do on MX bikes
put a pice of plastic from a pop bottle under teh clamp of a perch, this allows it to rotate on impacts . seems to work very well .
Just bump with palm to put back to position.

 

[VT Wingman]

Highway Dirt Bikes!

 

[Eville Rich]

Highway Dirt Bikes!

HDB makes a very solid kit. We have them on our 250s. I especially like the center clamp piece for mounting stuff, but the entire package is incredibly well made.

I've got the Barkbuster Storms on my S10. Just put them on over the winter. I like the metal frame (a little less beefy than HDB, but still good) and the larger handguard. Separating the alignment of the guard from the controls is a real plus, allowing for a bit more customization. Haven't been able to test them in cold weather, but that will eventually happen. Should be an improvement over OEM.

Eville Rich
2016 S10