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Offline clutchspring

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Radiator guard
« on: October 30, 2020, 07:29:57 »
Looking to buy a radiator guard for my 1000 xt.
Like the look of the R&G one's , what have you fitted !.

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Ian

Offline Mr Nick

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Re: Radiator guard
« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2020, 09:43:11 »
I had the R&G one on my Glee and I suppose it was better than no guard, but it felt a bit cheap and the paint was starting to suffer after only a few months. The Veek one looks to be the same wire mesh caught in a folded metal surround, although they're saying it's pressed aluminium, but have the 'where applicable' caveat.
Unless it's the stainless version that I've now spotted that has no pics.
Seems pearl asbo orange is faster after all....

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Re: Radiator guard
« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2020, 21:42:19 »
Have a look at Cymarc's website. They make quality items   :thumb:

Offline clutchspring

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Re: Radiator guard
« Reply #3 on: October 31, 2020, 07:07:57 »
Thanks for suggesting cymarc , their products look well made & good price,

Thanks,
Ian.

Offline STORMY

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Re: Radiator guard
« Reply #4 on: October 31, 2020, 16:19:26 »
I fitted a Givi last year, no rattles but it’s attachment utilises a cable tie at the bottom (only) so it’s an easy install if a little cheap ‘n nasty. That said no flaky paint and it’s done the business repelling large insects and rocks (the holes are quite small)
I think you could probably do better for less money however.
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Offline BigRedMick

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Re: Radiator guard
« Reply #5 on: November 03, 2020, 18:16:43 »
I have just bought s cheap Chinese ones off Ebay for under £14. It fits okay and will do the job. Looks okay on too.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Radiator-Guard-Cover-Grill-Grille-Protector-Shield-for-Suzuki-V-Strom-DL1000/313032480267?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649