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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 09:34 AM
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Hey folks, I am new to this forum. My question is, I want to protect my bike so I am ordering drop guards today, I just want to know why Softails do not have a rear crash bar available in the HD parts store? Also, why do I not need a drop guard for the primary cover? Thanks


 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:01 AM
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I have a 2004 Heritage with a crash bar in front of rear bags. I bought the bike used and guard was on it so I assume that its a OEM part.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:08 AM
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Ok thank you!
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:13 AM
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Crash is not a good word to use.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:15 AM
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Okay! good to know!
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:31 AM
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I was looking. It's an obsolete part.
rear saddlebag guard
49360-08

out of stock

Khrome Werks Dresser Bars

Item # : 232722
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:35 AM
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Yeah they're called "Engine Guards" now. You can still buy the bag "guards" from aftermarket companies. While you're at it look for the front and rear fender bumpers too.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 10:35 AM
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Thank you! Have you checked aftermarket or eBay etc? I would like a set to go in front of my bags...
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 11:01 AM
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Awesome thanks!
 
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Old Mar 26, 2021 | 11:22 AM
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I always recommend folks take a look at linby customs for their crash bars. Good luck brother
 
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