It is eight years since Australian hand-guard specialist Barkbusters turned its attention towards street bike hand-guards, with the launch of its popular ‘Storm’ as a design that added weather protection to the all-terrain impact resistance that hand-guards were principally noted for.
Launched in 2009, the easy install, model compatible new concept was immediately well received. Two mounting options give weather or dual weather with impact resistance options - a single point handlebar clamp or bar-end mounted design and a stronger two-point mount design with reinforced aluminium frame for impact protection.
Practical yet stylish, the aerodynamically shaped plastic guard is large enough to be fully functional while still being ergonomically compatible with a huge selection of naked, sports and adventure bike models as well as scooters and even cruisers.
Dealers can search Barkbusters’ online ‘What fits my bike’ tool for the right ‘Storm’ fitment for their customers’ bikes, with applications available for most makes, models and years.
Barkbusters CEO Matthew Phillpott explains that “the concept for the ‘Storm’ hand-guard was driven by demand from riders who frequently asked if our regular hand-guards could be adapted for their street motorcycle.
“In the majority of cases this just wasn't possible, so we set about designing a product specifically for street bike use – one that would be a simple and fully reversible install for as many models as possible, and one that delivered weather protection as well as reassurance and confidence in modern day urban and highway road traffic conditions.
“As the idea spread, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and our customers are genuinely surprised at the difference it has made to their comfort in cooler conditions. Everyone at the Barkbusters factory is extremely proud to have played a part in establishing street bike hand- guards as a widely acknowledged essential accessory for year-round riding”.
RIDEWORX
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