Highway Dirt Bike hand guard install HELP!

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04-22-2021, 02:08 AM

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I also put the end that attaches to the handlebars, into a vise and tweaked that end a little to bring the whole guard in, so that it sat correctly.

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04-22-2021, 03:43 AM

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I took another look at my HDB install, and I realized that I actually shortened mine. I cut off the area with the slot, and drilled a second hole to shorten the whole rigamarole. I have carmichael bars, that are cut a little shorter themselves as well...

I would love to see a couple photos of your results!

I received a response back from HDB - the location of the inner clamp on my bar is OK. At least I can proceed.

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04-22-2021, 05:02 AM

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It's fun to resolve problems by creative adaptation.
It also can be personally satisfying..

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04-23-2021, 01:46 AM

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I would love to see a couple photos of your results!

I received a response back from HDB - the location of the inner clamp on my bar is OK. At least I can proceed.

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04-23-2021, 02:44 AM

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I like the all black guards.

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04-23-2021, 12:33 PM

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xcrcarpenter,
Thanks for those photos! You really chopped that clutch lever, lol! Loving the blacked out kit, I didn't notice that option when I ordered mine. So indeed, cutting the overall length of your handlebar made a big difference. Having the go-ahead from both HDB and ProTaper on the inner clamp placement, I'll finish up this project and post up some photos.