CRStep
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I have been trying to figure out what crash bars I should get for my new AT, reading all the threads on other forums, looking for reviews, checking all sorts of third party manufacturers, and my eyes are swimming. I am no closer to a decision, and while the bike in question is not an NC, I am hoping that as most of you are experienced motorcyclists and perennially helpful, perhaps fresh eyes can point something out that I may have overlooked. I have narrowed it down to these options:
Altrider ($687), will not be released until early April. These have a lot of hype (and marketing that criticizes the competition). They have been delayed continuously so who knows if they will even be released by April. The red is really pretty, though.
Givi ($278 from motostorm), similar configuration, typical givi confusing installation instructions and somewhat difficult to line up when tightening.
Rockfox ($559), made in South Africa, similar upper and lower configuration. Look beefy but haven't seen any quality reports.
Outback Motortek ($400), one piece middle configuration type bar, easier to install, seems to be popular. There is a dct version with an extra bar over the DCT side.
SW Motech ($240), I loved the SW Motech bars on my NC (I proved they work!), but I am not convinced by this design. It is another mid height style bar. Sorry for the small picture.
I know I am asking a lot of you guys to look at my choices. Even a gut reaction is appreciated. I removed hepco becker and touratech from my consideration from previous crash reports and such. Thank you in advance for any insight. I would not ask if I hadn't already spent days trying to decide.
Altrider ($687), will not be released until early April. These have a lot of hype (and marketing that criticizes the competition). They have been delayed continuously so who knows if they will even be released by April. The red is really pretty, though.
Givi ($278 from motostorm), similar configuration, typical givi confusing installation instructions and somewhat difficult to line up when tightening.
Rockfox ($559), made in South Africa, similar upper and lower configuration. Look beefy but haven't seen any quality reports.
Outback Motortek ($400), one piece middle configuration type bar, easier to install, seems to be popular. There is a dct version with an extra bar over the DCT side.
SW Motech ($240), I loved the SW Motech bars on my NC (I proved they work!), but I am not convinced by this design. It is another mid height style bar. Sorry for the small picture.
I know I am asking a lot of you guys to look at my choices. Even a gut reaction is appreciated. I removed hepco becker and touratech from my consideration from previous crash reports and such. Thank you in advance for any insight. I would not ask if I hadn't already spent days trying to decide.