For those of us mad enough to consider the odd green lane (maybe with rocks
) it's a good idea to have something in between the nicely finished aluminium casings and the stoney ground, should a horizontal moment occur.I've done a bit of research on the Buell forums and it looks like there are no crash bars available but many owners report reasonable crash protection with handguards and bungs. The handguards are simple to source (Barkbusters or similar) but what of the relatively limited options for the engine casings?
My question: Which are the best for protection;
The LSL crash pads which fix to the engine mounting on one side and the engine casing on the other (using the small diameter casing fixing bolts
)OR
The R&G Crash bungs which use a frame(mounting?)-fixed bar running across the front? these appear to be located further up towards the pucks.
Any other options out there that I have missed? Obviously, for off-roading the bung option has limitations but it has to be better than nothing. I don't fancy a hard landing on those pucks!
Any comments appreciated. Thanks.
Jon
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