15 Hand guard replacement

[How2]

Hello

 

I have a 15 and want to replace the hand guards. Can someone send the link to the pick of the litter for handguards? Its getting colder so its time to update

 

thanks

[dazzler24]

Suggest you just do a search on "hand guards" and you'll come up with lots of options.

e.g. have a look at this long thread.

[2and3cylinders]

15 KTM Adventurer units fit ok and provide loads more protection 

[oregonian]

The guards from the 2019 Tracer 900 fit and look a lot better.  

[piotrek]

Barkbusters Storm single-point mount are fantastic. I was skeptical of the single-point mount, but they're solid and protect well. They replaced the KTM guards I had on the bike... and they worked okay. I prefer the simplicity and improved coverage of the Barkbusters.

Unrelated... Wheels on the bike in your profile pic look interesting/unique. Yours?... have pics?

[How2]

Bark busters are $45 on Amazon. Those might do the business- thanks !

yep - mine. some time and paint 

Maybe this resized photo will show 

Edited November 29, 2023 by How2

[piotrek]

I imagine it took some effort, but the bike looks sharp. 👍

You will need to get the guards/plastics, mounts/spines, and the bar-end adapters for a complete solution. I suspect the $45 will only buy you the plastics.

[How2]

 

Yep took some time. Never understood why the Yams are so blah. With some rethinking the design, they can hold their own.

Hmmmm Thought the guards might be a plug and play.

Once I get the BB , I will see what is  simple  and do-able.

[piotrek]

2 hours ago, How2 said:

Hmmmm Thought the guards might be a plug and play. Once I get the BB , I will see what is  simple  and do-able.

They are... but you have to get the kit. The plastics are replaceable, so they're available/sold on their own. The kit (here) will work as-is, but you can also get bar-end adapters (here) to replace the OE hardware for a more secure/cleaner fit.

[2and3cylinders]

Do you really think the BB cover better than the ktm, which are bigger. I have the ktm and the BB plastics and the latter are smaller.  I just don't have the bb brackets. Yet.

[1moreroad]

KTM seem to be the most popular. 

 

I have Givis that (1) have more coverage than stock (2) fit perfectly, no mods and (3) fit with the windshield. 

Twisted Throttle and RevZilla show backorder but I'm guessing that they're out of production. Maybe eBay?

https://twistedthrottle.com/shop/uncategorized/givi-hand-guard-deflectors-for-yamaha-fj09-15-17/

[How2]

hmmmm

 

Just got the BB in the mail today. I'll take a look / see at this and decide if there has to be a full kit install to make a clean run at this project.  more to come. thanks for feedback.

 

H2

[How2]

On 11/30/2023 at 4:35 PM, piotrek said:

They are... but you have to get the kit. The plastics are replaceable, so they're available/sold on their own. The kit (here) will work as-is, but you can also get bar-end adapters (here) to replace the OE hardware for a more secure/cleaner fit.

 Ok- I have some time now for this and am finding this post is the most complete take on the project.  Tinkered with the OE arrangement, but that is definitely not rig-able.

 

The GIVI looks the simplest and most cost effective, especially if the clear is wrapped in vinyl for protection and durability.

 

Thanks for feedback 

[pilgo]

On 12/1/2023 at 1:04 AM, 2and3cylinders said:

Do you really think the BB cover better than the ktm, which are bigger. I have the ktm and the BB plastics and the latter are smaller.  I just don't have the bb brackets. Yet.

I've just got the BB guards and brackets from Revzilla,  found them both in their ' openbox/ returns ' sales section , both at reduced cost ( I believe 40 % less ) 

As I remember it , they had 1 of each left for the FJ09 

 

[2and3cylinders]

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