Engine Guard Questions
Novice
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 20
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From: Black Mountain, NC
I had an '11 UC that was totaled in September of last year after a crash. The bike was not repairable and was settled out at $13K.
Bike had 25K miles and lots of money into aftermarket parts.
If you decide to have them total it, make sure you provide receipts for any and all aftermarket parts that you put on the bike and get reimbursed for. Some insurances cover up to a certain dollar amount.
Bike had 25K miles and lots of money into aftermarket parts.
If you decide to have them total it, make sure you provide receipts for any and all aftermarket parts that you put on the bike and get reimbursed for. Some insurances cover up to a certain dollar amount.
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Joined: Jun 2019
Posts: 10,036
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From: SE Michigan
I had an '11 UC that was totaled in September of last year after a crash. The bike was not repairable and was settled out at $13K.
Bike had 25K miles and lots of money into aftermarket parts.
If you decide to have them total it, make sure you provide receipts for any and all aftermarket parts that you put on the bike and get reimbursed for. Some insurances cover up to a certain dollar amount.
Bike had 25K miles and lots of money into aftermarket parts.
If you decide to have them total it, make sure you provide receipts for any and all aftermarket parts that you put on the bike and get reimbursed for. Some insurances cover up to a certain dollar amount.
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 28
Likes: 21
From: Pennsylvania
I just installed the Mustache engine guard on my 06 Super Glide. It looks good and gives me another spot to put my feet up.
Had a couple close calls while stopping and decided this is the best way to minimize damage on a drop. As far as insurance
goes, sure they will fix any damage that occurs, but with your deductible, it may not make sense, and you are risking an increase.
Insurance is designed for larger claims, and not for scratches and scuffs and minor damage.
Had a couple close calls while stopping and decided this is the best way to minimize damage on a drop. As far as insurance
goes, sure they will fix any damage that occurs, but with your deductible, it may not make sense, and you are risking an increase.
Insurance is designed for larger claims, and not for scratches and scuffs and minor damage.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 2,007
Likes: 1,735
From: Variable
Its not just about frame damage.
The engine guard will also keep your bike from laying down completely on its side should you drop it from a stop or at low speed.
Much easier to pick up the bike when it is laying on the guard at an angle, as opposed to completely down on its side
The engine guard will also keep your bike from laying down completely on its side should you drop it from a stop or at low speed.
Much easier to pick up the bike when it is laying on the guard at an angle, as opposed to completely down on its side
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Eastern NE
Bought a used one (1/2 of new) for my '20 Heritage & had it re-coated (still cheaper than new)...main reason is for adding highway pegs (riding comfort). Bonus, for me, is added protection. Can't go wrong w/either (comfort + protection) IMO.
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Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Upstate New York
Besides, since front engine guards were standard fitment on Harley-Davidsons in the classic era, the Heritage looks incomplete without one IMO.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,814
Likes: 1,207
From: SW Michigan
Been riding with out the guard for years. I like the way my KR looks with it off !!!
Last edited by Dirty Harry; Apr 21, 2021 at 06:10 PM.
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