RE: Engine crash bars vs head covers - 3

Zitat von Alda im Beitrag #16

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I have got used to my BMW bars as I have had them fitted from new. They might not be pretty but nor do I think they are ugly and they have proved useful for mounting additional lights.
Head protectors are not cheap and I like the potential protection in the event of a low speed spill or topple. Any crash over 20mph will result in roadside recovery which ever form of protection you have.
Alan

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Dealer threw on the SW Motech guards When I purchased the bike. Parts guy said he prefers these so you don't have to remove them to check the valves. Not sure if thats true as I haven't seen the BMW ones.

I recently had a chance to answer the VS question. My pre-owned '16RS came with Krauser bars installed. I swapped out for the MAM X-Heads. After picking up my bike from the dealer (last in-warranty service and new front tire installed) on a dreary, cool morning, I managed to low side while turning left through the main intersection leading to the highway on ramp. The bike slid for a bit, then proceeded to circle it's way back to me. On it's left side (in second gear, still running). I managed to jump up and halt the continued travel of the bike. I looked at the left side, fearing the worst. Imagine my surprise to find no damage! The X-Head cover did exactly what it was designed to do. At home I saw that the plastic ring on the rear axle was scuffed a little too. 2 pieces of plastic save the day

I have the MAM X-Heads but I would like to install sports protection bars by Wuderlich.
Unfortunately, Wunderlich customer service told me taht the sport bar are NOT compatible with the BMW fog lights.