Crash bars question from Biker Dave

[the Ferret]

bikerdave
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I was wondering about what JMC1100 said about a set of crash bars. SW-Motech? What? Where? Any info would be greatly appreciated. I would love to put a set of crash bars on this bike.

 

[Gumby 1100_imp]

The SW-Motech Crash Bars are available in Canada here:

Sadorus' Blog

In the States directly from Twisted Throttle:

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/sw-motech-crashbars-engine-guards-for-honda-cb1100-13

I have them and highly recommend them. They are much stronger than the Honda Accessory Bars which have an extremely weak lower attachment point, and the black finish blends in well with the frame.

 

[hb9400_imp]

Very nice, would have gone with them if I knew about them at the time but am glad I powder coated the Honda bars as I think they should blend into the frame.

 

[bikerdave_imp]

Gumby, Thanks so much for the quick answer and the information. They do look much better than the guards that Honda sells as accessories and cheaper too.
Now, to me I would call those case guards. When I talk about Crash Bars, I am talking about the old full loop ones that come out from the frame some 4 - 5 inches.
I used to put them on the Honda 4's from back in the 70's and 80's. Has anyone seen any of those that will fit the 1100?

 

[Elipten_imp]

I think from Japan sources. Search webike or ask Mr T at Samurider


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[Gumby 1100_imp]

Gumby, Thanks so much for the quick answer and the information. They do look much better than the guards that Honda sells as accessories and cheaper too.
Now, to me I would call those case guards. When I talk about Crash Bars, I am talking about the old full loop ones that come out from the frame some 4 - 5 inches.
I used to put them on the Honda 4's from back in the 70's and 80's. Has anyone seen any of those that will fit the 1100?

Below are some of the biggest I have seen for the CB1100 and are about $235 U.S.D.:

http://www.samurider.com/?p=2713/#itemImage

I thought that I saw some larger ones on another Japanese web site, but I cannot remember where.

 

[Lord Popgun]

This may be what you want: HONDA CB1100: Engine Guard - Webike

It wasn't on samurider, but Mr. T can most likely get them and he is easier to deal with as he speaks English.

 

[Gumby 1100_imp]

This may be what you want: HONDA CB1100: Engine Guard - Webike

It wasn't on samurider, but Mr. T can most likely get them and he is easier to deal with as he speaks English.

You mean these Kijima Big Bumper Bars? They are HUGE. The price at $473 U.S.D. seems high, but that apparently includes the equally massive rear bars. These are the type you see on full baggers.

KIJIMA : Big Bumper Set [Z9-14-024]

 

[Lord Popgun]

Yeah those. Hey, they aren't me, but if they are what he wants, more power to him

You're right about the price. Seems like everything (but RLETS) for this bike is expensive.

 

[CBAnonymous_imp]

This pic shows the SW-Motech engine guards on my 2013.

 

[rboe]

Dang fine looking white CB sir. :worship: I went with the SW Motech's myself. Go very well with the black engine.

 

[bikerdave_imp]

Thanks folks for the info and links. Yes, the big bumpers are the closest to the "old" crash bars that I was used to back in the 70's and 80's though I only used the ones that had the loop on the front at the engine and not the rear. I did buy a used and bracket raced an old '78 CB750 Single cam K frame Honda for a summer.
I really like the three tube "case" guards that I see on these links. Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it.

 

[geosar_imp]

CB, it appears that some highway pegs would clamp onto your crash bars pretty easily. What do you think?

George

 

[TINK_imp]

I bought the Honda OEM bars, 08P70-MGC-N20 ...





TINK

 

[flynrider]

Thanks folks for the info and links. Yes, the big bumpers are the closest to the "old" crash bars that I was used to back in the 70's and 80's though I only used the ones that had the loop on the front at the engine and not the rear. I did buy a used and bracket raced an old '78 CB750 Single cam K frame Honda for a summer.
I really like the three tube "case" guards that I see on these links. Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it.

I know what you're talking about. I had those type of crash bars on all of my 70s and 80s bikes. They just don't make 'em anymore. When I got my CB750 in the mid 90s, that was the first thing I looked for and couldn't find one. The only bike they still made 'em for was the KZ1000P police bike.

I ended up settling for the Over Racing guards.

http://www.samurider.com/?p=2713/#itemImage

They're sturdy and big enough that I can clamp on a set of highway pegs if I get the urge.

 

[HikerToo_imp]

There was a post on this forum from someone who put some crash bars on and either had a close call or did wreck because going around a corner the bars hit ground.......not sure who it was or which add-on bars, but something to watch for.

 

[Rocky_imp]

I remember that post/thread too, but can't remember who it was - just that it was a couple of months or so ago.

 

[Lord Popgun]

And here is the link to the thread:

http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=3172&highlight=crash+bar

 

[CB4ME_imp]

I bought the Honda OEM bars, 08P70-MGC-N20 ...





TINK

Tink:

I had to wear sunglasses to view those pictures. Absolutely gorgeous.

 

[CBAnonymous_imp]

Dang fine looking white CB sir. :worship: I went with the SW Motech's myself. Go very well with the black engine.

Thank you sir!! But please, get up!!

CB, it appears that some highway pegs would clamp onto your crash bars pretty easily. What do you think?

George

I think you might be right Geosar. Here I go....more money!!

I bought the Honda OEM bars, 08P70-MGC-N20 ...





TINK

Tink:

I had to wear sunglasses to view those pictures. Absolutely gorgeous.

Tink:

I had to wear sunglasses to view those pictures. Absolutely gorgeous.
They do look good!!