Got this cheap on ebay, not sure if it'll work with my forward controls either. Trying to figure out how to mount it. Do I rotate the bracket 90 degrees and then bolt it under the peg bracket or? I've seen a few of these on ebay for the VS800 used... If I can't get it to work it won't be a big deal. As a newer rider that just painted my bike I figured a crash bar might be a good idea.
How to mount this crash bar?
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
Wellsir, as I see it,....that Unit you show won't provide much protection.
I'm sure you see that it is a "Highway Peg" bar. And if you have an accident ( God Forbid! ) where that Bike gets laid down at speed, it will fold in like a Cheap Lawn Chair on you.
A Crash Bar needs at least Two Frame Mounting Points in order to provide the protection of your Legs/Feet/Bike/Etc.
I'm sure you see that it is a "Highway Peg" bar. And if you have an accident ( God Forbid! ) where that Bike gets laid down at speed, it will fold in like a Cheap Lawn Chair on you.
A Crash Bar needs at least Two Frame Mounting Points in order to provide the protection of your Legs/Feet/Bike/Etc.
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
I do agree that a traditional crash bar would be more effective but I'm just looking for something to protect the bike if I low side at a low speed or the bike falls over when standing. Similar to these. I've seen youtubers recommend "crash pegs" like these if you plan to practice low speed maneuvers. I'd like to practice swerving and emergency braking in 2nd gear. I'll be going 30 tops.Designer wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 8:48 amWellsir, as I see it,....that Unit you show won't provide much protection.
I'm sure you see that it is a "Highway Peg" bar. And if you have an accident ( God Forbid! ) where that Bike gets laid down at speed, it will fold in like a Cheap Lawn Chair on you.
A Crash Bar needs at least Two Frame Mounting Points in order to provide the protection of your Legs/Feet/Bike/Etc.
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
Honestly wouldn't feel too comfortable riding around on a bike that had a few extra protrusions like that on it. Proper crash bars are rounded tube affairs that won't either dig into the road...or heaven forbid your body....in the event of a lay down.Acton67 wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 2:10 pmI do agree that a traditional crash bar would be more effective but I'm just looking for something to protect the bike if I low side at a low speed or the bike falls over when standing. Similar to these. I've seen youtubers recommend "crash pegs" like these if you plan to practice low speed maneuvers. I'd like to practice swerving and emergency braking in 2nd gear. I'll be going 30 tops.Designer wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 8:48 amWellsir, as I see it,....that Unit you show won't provide much protection.
I'm sure you see that it is a "Highway Peg" bar. And if you have an accident ( God Forbid! ) where that Bike gets laid down at speed, it will fold in like a Cheap Lawn Chair on you.
A Crash Bar needs at least Two Frame Mounting Points in order to provide the protection of your Legs/Feet/Bike/Etc.
Something like this:
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
Alright, you guys win. I really like that one actually. Not as big as some of the other crash bars out there. Think it'll fit an Intruder? Looks like the pictured bike has a radiator like the intruder.hillsy wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 3:40 pmHonestly wouldn't feel too comfortable riding around on a bike that had a few extra protrusions like that on it. Proper crash bars are rounded tube affairs that won't either dig into the road...or heaven forbid your body....in the event of a lay down.Acton67 wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 2:10 pmI do agree that a traditional crash bar would be more effective but I'm just looking for something to protect the bike if I low side at a low speed or the bike falls over when standing. Similar to these. I've seen youtubers recommend "crash pegs" like these if you plan to practice low speed maneuvers. I'd like to practice swerving and emergency braking in 2nd gear. I'll be going 30 tops.Designer wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 8:48 amWellsir, as I see it,....that Unit you show won't provide much protection.
I'm sure you see that it is a "Highway Peg" bar. And if you have an accident ( God Forbid! ) where that Bike gets laid down at speed, it will fold in like a Cheap Lawn Chair on you.
A Crash Bar needs at least Two Frame Mounting Points in order to provide the protection of your Legs/Feet/Bike/Etc.
Something like this:
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
That was just the first pic I found on Google - it's actually for a HD Street.
Won't be a bolt on fit but you could maybe modify the mount brackets?
Won't be a bolt on fit but you could maybe modify the mount brackets?
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
Took a closer look and not sure how I could fit those on. With my forward controls not sure how I'll be able to fit a Crash Bar on. I like those because they're small and can be mounted on the down tube above the forward controls. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions?
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
Yeah I don't think you're going to have much luck mounting a crash bar with those forward controls.
Unless of course you go back to "mid" controls (IE: stock) and then mount a crash bar?
Or maybe this style would clear the controls??
Unless of course you go back to "mid" controls (IE: stock) and then mount a crash bar?
Or maybe this style would clear the controls??
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
When I envision those Foot Peg Bars you posted on your Bike,... I foresee a Whole-lotta problems with fitment and then Safe Accessibility/Working with your Forward Controls.Acton67 wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 5:46 pmTook a closer look and not sure how I could fit those on. With my forward controls not sure how I'll be able to fit a Crash Bar on. I like those because they're small and can be mounted on the down tube above the forward controls. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions?
And even if they were fitted, their placement would render them virtually an "Non-Player" when it came to the protection you are seeking.
Might I suggest you investigate a Different Tack if that Crash Protection is of Import to you?
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Re: How to mount this crash bar?
The OEM engine guard (aka.crash bar) is rather narrow and looks like this:
https://www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/part ... vs800.html
There are wider ones available aftermarket similar to this:
https://www.metalroute.pl/product-eng-2 ... RUDER.html
However, both will interfere with those FC3 forward controls.
They were made for stock mid controls.
Adapting Harley or other brands will not be a bolt on installation. I have never seen the highway peg bar that you have pictured, nor can I see how it would easily mount to a VS800.
https://www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/part ... vs800.html
There are wider ones available aftermarket similar to this:
https://www.metalroute.pl/product-eng-2 ... RUDER.html
However, both will interfere with those FC3 forward controls.
They were made for stock mid controls.
Adapting Harley or other brands will not be a bolt on installation. I have never seen the highway peg bar that you have pictured, nor can I see how it would easily mount to a VS800.