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Message started by webhead on 06/27/11 at 16:35:02

Title: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/27/11 at 16:35:02

Any recommendations on highway pegs and the right size please.

Thanks People!

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by KristenAnn on 06/27/11 at 17:04:40

I put my OEM engine guard on last week and it looks good. I havent ridden the bike in awhile and havent thought about highway pegs.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by Boofer on 06/27/11 at 17:11:49

They are as low as $20 and most fit 1" or 1 1/4" I've been waiting for someone else to put them on before I buy them. For some weird reason the Savage suits me, buckhorn bars and all. It might be good to use them a mile or two when the bones start creaking.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/27/11 at 17:20:54

I know arteacher has a pair. I just ordered forward controls from routy and I want the same setup as arteacher with the Corbin seat also. Hopefully he's watching. I might have to PM him.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/27/11 at 17:26:09

0E23232A293E4C0 wrote:

Question. Did you put the bolts on toward the motor or away? I tried to install it but somehow one of the metal "U" shaped loops got bent a little when delivered or made. I have to fix it later.

Thanks Kristen.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by Boofer on 06/27/11 at 18:42:26

I put the OE bars on with the threads and nuts toward the front. I'm guessing it was easier that way, but the bolts are pretty much hidden unless you kneel down or lay down and look back at them. I did mine two years ago. The highway pegs are available in any bike shop at nearly any price. JC Whitney, Dennis kirk, Iron pony should give you an idea of what you need on the net. Then you can go to your shop and get what you want. ;)

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/27/11 at 19:07:33

Thanks Boofer

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by KristenAnn on 06/28/11 at 05:00:05

Keith I will let you know tonite which way they are on. I truely cant remember.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by youzguyz on 06/28/11 at 05:18:03

I use Kuryakyn Longhorn Offset Highway Pegs w/ 1" Clamp (PN 7980)

http://www.kuryakyn.com/Products/460/Longhorn-Offset-Dually-Highway-Pegs

Kinda expensive, but they give that extra 4" of offset so you can stretch the leg a bit.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by drums1 on 06/28/11 at 05:48:28

OEM engine guard? Gee, I wish I had one of them last week, when I hit that big rock. Where can one get ahold of such a thing? If they are OEM, shouldn't there be one on the bike already? Anyone have a pic?

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by youzguyz on 06/28/11 at 07:25:34

7A6C6B736D2F1E0 wrote:

"engine guard" is more wishful thinking than actual description. Great place to hang pegs, but not a lot of good for protection. But, better than nothing.

Some pics of mine are on this page. Covered wagon shots.

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1268838262/360

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/28/11 at 08:39:38

I agree. It's just something to put stuff on. Kind of like a clothes line. Doesn't protect anything.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/28/11 at 08:40:20

6D746F75726368676868060 wrote:

Keith I will let you know tonite which way they are on. I truely cant remember.

Okay, thanks.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 06/28/11 at 08:42:27

Bolt lengthening technology lags a LONG way behind Bolt shortening technology. If I had a bolt that would fit the way I wanted it because it was too long, I Might be able to modify it so that it fit.. maybe. Id think about it,

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by EJID on 06/28/11 at 09:18:07

The PO to my bike had one in the box of goodies he had taken off. I put it back on, but was missing the top U-Bolt. Rode it that way for the last 2 years, but I didn't have pegs hanging on it either. The fact that it was missing that bolt bothered me so much that I took it off this last weekend. When I get around to finding a bolt that matches I will probably put it back on.

(BTW, I didn't have instructions when I put mine on, but I put the u portion of the bolts facing forward and the parts with the threads closest to the engine. Made tightening them down a bit of a pickle, but completely do-able) :D

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 06/28/11 at 09:39:04

I expect you have carriage bolts on a U clamp. Should b no problem getting one matched up.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/28/11 at 09:44:16

2E38222D30222E2D570 wrote:

[quote author=7A6C6B736D2F1E0 link=1309217702/0#9 date=1309265308]OEM engine guard? Gee, I wish I had one of them last week, when I hit that big rock. Where can one get ahold of such a thing? If they are OEM, shouldn't there be one on the bike already? Anyone have a pic?

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by arteacher on 06/28/11 at 11:12:57

594F555A4755595A200 wrote:

Don't the pegs droop because of the angle of the engine guard?

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by youzguyz on 06/28/11 at 11:19:44

616A6A636F60617B7A0E0 wrote:

[quote author=594F555A4755595A200 link=1309217702/0#8 date=1309263483]I use Kuryakyn Longhorn Offset Highway Pegs w/ 1" Clamp (PN 7980)

http://www.kuryakyn.com/Products/460/Longhorn-Offset-Dually-Highway-Pegs

Kinda expensive, but they give that extra 4" of offset so you can stretch the leg a bit.

Don't the pegs droop because of the angle of the engine guard?[/quote]

Not really. First off, the angle is almost vertical where the pegs mount. Also, the mounts are adjustable every which way.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by Bug Chaser on 06/28/11 at 11:26:34

I also use the I use Kuryakyn Longhorn Offset Highway Pegs w/ 1" Clamp (PN 7980). They can be adjusted just about any angle that is comfortable. On the log stretches of Florida roads, they really help. One of the best investments you can make.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by babyhog on 06/28/11 at 15:29:54

I have these pretty simple o-ring pegs, they can be found fairly cheap ($25-30) online, I got them from another member here. I use them quite a bit.

http://cdn.cheapcycleparts.com/images/TR/59/59-6010ORingFootpeg/supersize.jpg

http://i757.photobucket.com/albums/xx211/babyhog/S40/PIC-1182.jpg

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by KristenAnn on 06/28/11 at 15:43:02

The bolts are to the front of the bike. I cant see them the brackets have an over hang and you cant see them. My Ubolts were covered by black shrinking stuff you cover wires with and a peice if duct tape where the bracket hits the frame so no damage happens to the frame if there shold be a vibration
[img][/img]<a href="http://s659.photobucket.com/albums/uu312/krstenann/?action=view&current=031.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu312/krstenann/031.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

Ok frustrated with uploading, brain not working sorry for the links only. And thanks for the help in explaining how to do. >:(

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by drums1 on 06/28/11 at 15:49:57

Kristen Ann...from photobucket, right click on the pic you want to post--when the box pops up, go to the bottom and click on "copy". That puts it on your clipboard. Then go to where you're posting here...right click where the curser is and click on "paste". That puts the pic in your post. Hope this helps.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by Boofer on 06/28/11 at 18:25:46

Question one: If they are OE shouldn't the bike have them? To me OEM means that Suzuki built them or licensed them. Question two: Ejid Something about the "U Bolt". Ride to a hardware store and ask for a U Bolt, probably from 1/4" stock. All the stores around here let you take things outside to check the fit, or the sales person can measure the size in length, distance between the legs, and diameter of the bolt. The whole thing should be around $3. :) BTW, my OE guard cost $95 at the dealer. I keep a book on most of what I buy or do to the Savage, so I can tell you what things should cost. I hope my wife doesn't find that book.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/28/11 at 22:16:18

OEM-Original equipment manufacturer. I bought it from suzuki after I got the bike. It's not an aftermarket part. Is that what you mean Boofer or am I misunderstanding the question?

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by Boofer on 06/29/11 at 01:08:48

Drums asked if they should already be on the bike since they are OEM. Strictly speaking, he may be right, but I consider anything to be OEM if it is made for our bike by Suzuki or a manufacturer licensed by them to build it for our bike. Kuryarkyn is not OEM; it is aftermarket. jmo :)

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/29/11 at 03:33:51

Ohhhhhh. Ok.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/29/11 at 19:24:31

4B484944465C250 wrote:

I was actually looking at those on ebay.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/29/11 at 19:25:28

I got to install the guard today. Thanks for the help all and the input. I'll post a pic when I can.

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by webhead on 06/29/11 at 19:50:03

36203A35283A36354F0 wrote:

Title: Re: I just got the OEM engine guard
Post by youzguyz on 06/30/11 at 02:20:54

That is a Vapor digital speedometer, tach, etc.

http://trailtech.net/vapor.html

Here is an old thread about it:
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1216350804/7#7

Not to be confused with Veypor, which some people have:
http://www.veypor.com/veypor.html