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Message started by Kathy on 03/14/12 at 08:43:59

Title: Highway Bars
Post by Kathy on 03/14/12 at 08:43:59

I just purchased an S40, and cannot find highway bars that will be a good fit for this bike. The Suzuki version are "engine case guards," and are too small - I am looking for something that will protect more of the bike, and me! However, proper fit is a major concern. Any ideas?

Title: Re: Highway Bars
Post by Serowbot on 03/14/12 at 10:39:12

Most bars will only really protect from falling over... in an accident at speed they'll fold...
I've even heard of large ones folding, and pinning a guys leg to the cylinder in an accident...

Cop bikes have pretty heavy duty ones, that will hold up better, but I can't imagine anything that large on a Savage...

Maybe custom made?...

Title: Re: Highway Bars
Post by Savage_Rob on 03/14/12 at 16:07:46

Wingerline makes the best one I've found for the Savage. It's what I use.

While this photo wasn't taken for this purpose, it should give you an idea as to how it looks on the bike.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6725608269_c1997fa21f_b.jpg

Title: Re: Highway Bars
Post by Serowbot on 03/14/12 at 16:11:14

WINGERLINE HIGHWAYBARS - LS650 SAVAGE $245.99
***(Notice they refer to them as "highway bars" or "engine guards" not crash bars)...
http://www.accessoryinternational.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AI&Product_Code=AUSWLS02
http://www.accessoryinternational.com/Merchant2/wingSWLS02.jpg

Title: Re: Highway Bars
Post by Savage_Rob on 03/14/12 at 16:35:51

4C5A4D50485D504B3F0 wrote:

Yeah, I always thought calling anything on a vehicle "crash" anything was kind of like asking the universe what else could go wrong. Just don't do that.

Title: Re: Highway Bars
Post by Kathy on 03/14/12 at 17:56:39

Thanks so much to all the posts, for the help. Great tips. Terrific looking bike Rob!