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Crash bars
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charlie
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Crash bars
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July 02, 2017, 09:52:29 am
July 02, 2017, 09:52:29 am
Hi , l am about to look at a Crossrunner next week .
What are the best crash bars for the bike .
Have looked at Givi and Mo-tech crash bars apart from the difference in
price , which one's are better or suit the bike more .
Would appreciate any info .
Many thanks Robert
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Re: Crash bars
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July 02, 2017, 08:01:02 pm
July 02, 2017, 08:01:02 pm
Hi Robert. You don't say what year of Crossrunner you are looking at. I have a 2015 model to which I have added the sw-motech crash bars. I looked at both sw-motech and Givi bars but went with sw-motech in the end. My view was that the sw-motech bars were more subtle. If you want the all-out rugged look, then the Givi bars perhaps fit the bill, but I prefered a more subtle look so went with the sw-motechs. Luckily I haven't had to test their crash abilities but I'm very happy with the build quality and looks. I hope the viewing goes well and that you like the bike. I think you'll find many happy & helpful owners on this forum.
Cheers,
Jon
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Re: Crash bars
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July 02, 2017, 08:47:04 pm
July 02, 2017, 08:47:04 pm
Thanks Jon . It's a 2016 ex demonstrator ,
that's a big help..did you fit them yourself ?
I will take a closer look at the SW-MOTECH ones .
Many thanks Robert
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Re: Crash bars
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July 02, 2017, 09:54:39 pm
July 02, 2017, 09:54:39 pm
Very simple to fit. Just replace the engine mount bolts one at a time and take care as I think the bolt sizes differ from one side to another. Other than that it's a straightforward job. Now that the 2017 model is out, hopefully you'll get a good deal on the 2016 version. Let us know how your viewing goes.
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Re: Crash bars
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July 02, 2017, 10:09:39 pm
July 02, 2017, 10:09:39 pm
Ok , hope to see it on Wednesday ,
I think your right about the engine bars
the Mo-tech look better..
Thanks Robert
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Re: Crash bars
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July 03, 2017, 08:18:47 am
July 03, 2017, 08:18:47 am
I chose the Givi bars, mainly because they look more substantial than any others I looked at. Those SW-Motech ones don't look as strong on the crossbar in front of the radiator where the 2 sides are connected compared to the Givi, but I'm no expert and could be wrong.
The Givi were equally easy to fit and I am very pleased with them.
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Re: Crash bars
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July 05, 2017, 05:27:18 pm
July 05, 2017, 05:27:18 pm
Now owner of a red crossrunner ex demo with just 500 miles on the clock .
Bike will be delivered next week after some extras are fitted .
Cheers Robert
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Re: Crash bars
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July 05, 2017, 06:01:21 pm
July 05, 2017, 06:01:21 pm
Congratulations.
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Re: Crash bars
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July 05, 2017, 09:10:15 pm
July 05, 2017, 09:10:15 pm
Thanks , got a couple of pictures, but having problems posting. When l click on attachment and choose a photo from my gallery , it says file to large ?
Help needed 😂😂
Robert
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Re: Crash bars
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July 05, 2017, 11:33:12 pm
July 05, 2017, 11:33:12 pm
Originally Posted by
charlie
Thanks , got a couple of pictures, but having problems posting. When l click on attachment and choose a photo from my gallery , it says file to large ?
Help needed 😂😂
Right click the file, select Edit. That should open Paint as a generic and simple programme for modifying pictures.
Under the Home tab select Resize. You can then chose to reduce the size of the picture by pixel numbers or by percentage. I usually opt for a 50% reduction, save it and try again. If it is still too large, repeat. Simple.
Best Regards Dave
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