tool tube on '08

[J Fortner]

Joshua Gorman wrote:

>I am looking to put some handguards on my bike. I was looking at the >Acerbis Rally 2. Does anyone have any input on these, or are there other >brands that are better? > >

Late for this party. Here are pictures of the $44 Tusk/Maier combo at work or is it rest? http://langly.smugmug.com/photos/4351545-M.jpg http://langly.smugmug.com/photos/4351549-M.jpg

[mtvidler]

I'm looking to get a set of handguards for my KLR both to protect my hands/controls off road and to cut the wind on-road. I've got stock bars right now. Any suggestions as to the best cost/performance guards? Thanks

[scott quillen]

Personally, I like Barkbusters with Acerbis plastic handguards over them. It's been at least 20 years since I installed a set - I guess Barkbusters (or look-alikes) are still available. Scott --- mtvidler wrote:

> I'm looking to get a set of handguards for my KLR > both to protect my > hands/controls off road and to cut the wind on-road. > I've got stock > bars right now. > > Any suggestions as to the best cost/performance > guards? > > Thanks > > > > > > > > > Archive Quicksearch at: >

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[Chris]

I like my ugly but tough Maier guards with the 'EXC' extended coverage deflectors. Tough, great protection, and excellent weather protection too. Maier Deluxe Woods Pro guards with EXC deflectors Photos are here. http://www.kingsqueak.org/photos/thumbnails.php?album=6

[fasteddiecopeman]

I bought EMGO guards, plastic with an aluminum core for around $60 Cdn, and they ALMOST match the color of my A18. A little tight when I wear 'winter' gloves, but OK w/ light weight ones. Ed

[mrodub]

I'm thinking of buying a set of Acerbis rally pro handguards. Does anyone have these and have any comments? Where can I get them at a reasonable price? The cheapest ones I've found so far are on ebay for $70. Anyone know of a cheaper source. Thanks, Mike

[Jud Jones]

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "mrodub" wrote:

> I'm thinking of buying a set of Acerbis rally pro handguards. Does > anyone have these and have any comments? > Where can I get them at a reasonable price? The cheapest ones I've > found so far are on ebay for $70. Anyone know of a cheaper source.

I have them on a couple of bikes. The aluminum bars seem to be softer than other handguards. They can deform enough to foul the levers, and need to be bent straight from time to time. I have also lost plastic in some impacts on my dirt bike, not enough to impair the function, but you would think a $60 handguard would take a hit better. Yes, $60 or so is what I paid at my local accessory house, plus $22 for the spoilers. I like the way they look, but I'd go with something else next time.

[Gabe]

I am in the market for some as well, and haven't heard good things about the Acerbis. I'm looking at Enduro Engineering. Check it out: http://www.enduroeng.com/item.asp? ItemID=1&Category=Handguards_And_Handlebar_Components&Placeholder=0 My buddy has some made by Moose Racing. I have seen his bike down a few of times, and never a ding in those... Good luck, Gabe A19 - "The Horse" --Say anything you like about me, but I'm gonna have to ask you not to talk about my horse that way.

> I'm thinking of buying a set of Acerbis rally pro handguards. Does > anyone have these and have any comments? > Where can I get them at a reasonable price? The cheapest ones I've > found so far are on ebay for $70. Anyone know of a cheaper source. > Thanks, Mike

[Eric L. Green]

On Mon, 20 Jun 2005, mrodub wrote:

> I'm thinking of buying a set of Acerbis rally pro handguards. Does > anyone have these and have any comments?

Don't have them, but have seen them, and not been impressed. For the price, they are quite flimsy. Tusks or Maiers or even Moose may need to be bent to (sorta) fit the KLR's steel bars, but they're a heckuva lot tougher than the Rally Pro. -E

[matteeanne@yahoo.com]

I love my Maeir Woods Guards, I have beat the living hell out of em, and never so much as a tiny scratch --- Jud Jones wrote:

> --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "mrodub" > wrote: > > I'm thinking of buying a set of Acerbis rally pro > handguards. Does > > anyone have these and have any comments? > > Where can I get them at a reasonable price? The > cheapest ones I've > > found so far are on ebay for $70. Anyone know of a > cheaper source. > > I have them on a couple of bikes. The aluminum bars > seem to be softer than other > handguards. They can deform enough to foul the > levers, and need to be bent straight from > time to time. I have also lost plastic in some > impacts on my dirt bike, not enough to impair > the function, but you would think a $60 handguard > would take a hit better. > > Yes, $60 or so is what I paid at my local accessory > house, plus $22 for the spoilers. I like > the way they look, but I'd go with something else > next time. > > > > > > Archive Quicksearch at: >

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