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Motorcycle Resource Forums => Technical Resource Discussion => Topic started by: joecal on July 30, 2013, 05:20:08 PM

Title: engine guards
Post by: joecal on July 30, 2013, 05:20:08 PM

Hi Guys,
I was wondering if there are engine guards/crash bars othe than the stock ones that will fit our bikes? I really don't feel like spending an exorbitant amount on stock ones.
Thanks,
Joe

Title: Re: engine guards
Post by: 2CoolWheels on July 30, 2013, 06:57:10 PM

Hi Joe,
    A full sized Harley touring bike crash bar can be made to fit. It's what I have on 901. You will have to make a bracket for the top. I used a 6" piece of 3/4" square tubing, and drilled a hole in the center of it. The, you will have to use a couple of spacers at the bottom two bolts.
   Here's the type of bar I used:
     http://www.ebay.com/itm/Engine-Guard-Highway-Crash-Bar-For-1997-2008-Harley-Touring-Electra-Glide-Flht-/380628736190?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item589f3d98be&vxp=mtr
   Here's a short video of the completed installation. (Sorry for the poor quality of the video):
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xF6IqHev-lg

Mike #741 #901

Title: Re: engine guards
Post by: joecal on July 30, 2013, 09:34:29 PM

Thanks Mike,
That's some good information, the bar looks good on your bike, and the price sounds good too!
Take Care,
Joe