Sneeker 29 Posted August 18, 2009 Hi all, After snapping both my clutch and brake levers on one ride last weekend I think I need to purchase a set of bark-busters for my 250. I have a set of Acerbis Rally Pro Handguards on my 600 and have never broken a lever on that bike. However, the levers on the 600 don’t quite fit under the guards and hang below a little…not ideal. May be there's something better? What works for you? Opinions please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2Wheels 0 Posted August 18, 2009 Cutting down the levers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted August 18, 2009 Fastway has a better center mounting system that does not rotate like the Cyra unit will when hit hard. http://www.promotobillet.com/catalog/popup...pID/490/image/0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted August 18, 2009 Cutting down the levers. Agreed! Only two fingers are needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted August 18, 2009 I got these with the blue (of course) shields for the DR650. Easy install and solid. Haven't abused 'em yet, but so far so good. Got them thru socalhodaka. http://www.maier-mfg.com/shop.cfm?Product_...&modelyear= Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bruceh 0 Posted August 19, 2009 I bought the Moose Racing ones in white and now the white has turned a yellowish beige. Little disappointed with the quality of the plastic to yellowing... Installation was straightforward, but I did have to beat on the aluminum to bend it a bit to fit the bars. Just don't drill the holes for the screws that secure the plastic to the aluminum before you try to bend it or the aluminum will crack and break right there. BTDT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zracing 0 Posted August 19, 2009 Cycra Pro Bends +1 for the cycra with the triple clamp mount: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 105 Posted August 19, 2009 $45 Is a Steal Yea that's a dang good price. Like dealer cost. I might get two. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sneeker 29 Posted August 19, 2009 Cutting down the levers. Agreed! Only two fingers are needed. Yeah, I agree sawing them down is a very practical and to-the-point fix. But, I have one of those spendy easy pull clutch levers, hate to cut off $15 worth of lever if you know what I mean. Just to throw it out there, the Acerbis Rally Pro Handguards have been tough-as-nails when dropping the BRP, and the white plastic stays white. They're worthy, just want to try something different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 517 Posted August 19, 2009 Acerbis plastic only handguards. I don't like the ones that have metal behind them, I've seen people crash and bend the metal, then you can't bend them back on the trail and you're screwed. If you're worried about levers, carry a spare of each, that's what I do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 105 Posted August 19, 2009 Acerbis plastic only handguards.I don't like the ones that have metal behind them, I've seen people crash and bend the metal, then you can't bend them back on the trail and you're screwed. If you're worried about levers, carry a spare of each, that's what I do. I will say that I did run the Acerbis Rally II Handguards on my DRZ and never had a problem. They seem very sturdy and as the photo show's they did get hit . I can't recall ever going down real hard on them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bbg.will 0 Posted August 19, 2009 Cycra Pro Bends +1 for the cycra with the triple clamp mount: +2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boat440 0 Posted August 19, 2009 Hi all,After snapping both my clutch and brake levers on one ride last weekend I think I need to purchase a set of bark-busters for my 250. What works for you? Opinions please. It sounds like your goal is to protect the levers in the event of a fall. You might want to try this: 1. Loosen the perch bolts so they turn in the event of a fall 2. Place teflon tape around the handle bars(friction reduction) 3. You can purchase after market perches, which have an integrated plastic/teflon bushing that will turn the perch when falling or (use #2 above will save you $) 4. Change your control levers to the spring-loaded "unbreakable type". They are expensive, never used them, the basic Paul Flanders replacement type are just fine for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted August 19, 2009 Remember, the handguards protect hands, not just levers. The TW does not yet have handguards and it freaks me out riding in any sort of narrow trail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 105 Posted August 19, 2009 Ya, have you ever had a tree branch apply the front brake for you! That hurts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted August 19, 2009 Ya, have you ever had a tree branch apply the front brake for you! That hurts. yep- front brake applied, smashed knuckles and right turn all in the same second I have some acerbis and some MSR... but I never crash, so I can't tell you how they hold up in the event of a fall I also have the shorty ASV levers on the DRZ, and they clear the guards easily, rotate 180 degrees, which theoretically SHOULD reduce breakage.... plus I bring a back up perch, and levers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted August 19, 2009 Is this your backup perch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted August 19, 2009 My backup perch is pretty crappie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted August 19, 2009 2 much time on your hands? You must focus... handguards and levers... a fellow member is looking for valuable advice, not some silly little wordplay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted August 20, 2009 you guys are childish Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
