Akrapovic

Titanium engine bars for R 1250 GS

In an interesting diversification, Slovenian exhaust manufacturer Akrapovic is offering titanium upper and lower protection bars for the first time - initially for the R 1250 GS.
Bending metal, and bending high strength, lightweight materials such as titanium, is very much a core competency. So, given the distribution network and brand reputation that Akrapovic has built up in over 30 years in the exhaust business, the new line would make perfect sense, provided it leveraged the established Akrapovic brand values - and it does.

They are constructed from sandblasted titanium tubes, which have the same mechanical properties as steel bars, but are approximately 40% lighter than stainless steel. They offer high strength and are lightweight and corrosion resistant, precision TIG-welded, equipped with laser-cut and finely machined 8 mm flanges to provide a perfect fit and strength.
The highly stable construction is partly fixed to the chassis to distribute any impact through the bars. Designed to integrate with the bike’s existing components, Akrapovic says it has conducted numerous tests and deformation analyses to obtain the optimum protection from this product. They do not compromise the lean angle and meet ABE type approval. All four parts weigh just 6.26 kg - "making them one of the lightest protection bars on the market for the BMW R 1250 GS".
The bars are finished with an engraved Akrapovic logo, with the word Titanium prominently displayed, and the uppers and lowers can be bought separately or as a set. They are compatible with the 2019-2022 BMW R 1250 GS, with only the lower bar set available for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure. Extra bags or accessories, such as fog lights or spotlights, can be attached.

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