07/08 stock handle bar size

[REVERUP]

I want to order some new cycra or ? guards for my new 08 300 before I get it so I have them on hand and can throw them on. What size are the stock bars, same off size as the 06 had?

What brand are you running on your 07/08 GAS GAS with stock bars? Any one try any of the different style mounting options available?

Looking for input on everyones experience!

Thanks,
Roscoe

 

[JRDoz]

I run barkbusters on mine. http://www.barkbusters.net/HandGuards.htm

 

[GMP]

Roscoe,

I think '06 and '07 are the same. Also, I held them against my KTM SX bend Renthals that I like and they are VERY close, nice!

I just went back to my OEM triple clamp with a Pro-Tect SUB mount, and the Bike Bonz handguard mounts. Very clean setup, I even got my ICO mounted and my home brew GPS mount still fits. I'll post pics soon but check out cladoo's pics in the gallery, its the same setup. I had a BRP top clamp with pinch bolt mounted handguard mounts that were very good, but they won't work on a GG clamp and the BRP sub mounts only work on new BRP clamps.

 

[REVERUP]

Roscoe,

I think '06 and '07 are the same. Also, I held them against my KTM SX bend Renthals that I like and they are VERY close, nice!

I just went back to my OEM triple clamp with a Pro-Tect SUB mount, and the Bike Bonz handguard mounts. Very clean setup, I even got my ICO mounted and my home brew GPS mount still fits. I'll post pics soon but check out cladoo's pics in the gallery, its the same setup. I had a BRP top clamp with pinch bolt mounted handguard mounts that were very good, but they won't work on a GG clamp and the BRP sub mounts only work on new BRP clamps.

Cool! I liked the stock bend on my 06 just fine after I cut them down but had problems with mounting hand guards with standard handle bar mounts because of the handle bar taper.

I will definitely be purchasing the Bike Bonz mounts. Thanks Glenn for that tip.

The stock handlebar clamp on your 07 is 1 1/8" correct?

 

[Gregarious]

Solution mount

Good timing on the post. I'm still trying to figure out which hand-guard setup to get as well. Until I saw this post I was going to go with the solution mount:
http://store.cycraracing.com/prrapawisomo.html

I was hoping this might be the most flexible option since it mounts on the bar at a point where there's no taper. If I change bars later there *should* be no impact. Of course the same can be said for the Bonz.

I think this is an example of the Cycra Solution mount from the photo gallery:
http://www.gasgasrider.org/gallery//showphoto.php?photo=847&cat=all&limit=all

Example of the Bonz setup (with PTEnduro riser/sub-mount)
http://www.gasgasrider.org/gallery//showphoto.php?photo=657&ppuser=136

I'm getting the PTenduro sub-mount as well, so I had emailed Peter (of PTEnduro.com) about the Bonz compatibility and here's his informative response:

Hey Greg,
The Bonz mounts are adaptable to my mount. The spread on my standard mount is 38mm, which is oem for ktm. I think the Bonz for the GG are 40mm. You could buy the bonz mounts for the ktm and it would bolt right up to your
GG mount. Or I could machine my mount to 40mm. Either way it will work.

Peter​

 

[Skidad]

Gregarious, just an FYI

Over at KTM Talk there was a recent discussion about mounting the Cycra hand guards to the BONZ mounts. Seems that without allot of bending and tweaking they don't fit. Very difficult to get fit up so people are switching to other guards like the EE style. I see in the photos that Cladoo got the Acerbis to fit ok which are similar looking to the Cycra bends but I have no idea how they compare. I also bought the BONZ mounts to go with my Protech mount (for my KTM) so I am in a similar dilema to find what fits best.


Skidad in MA

 

[GMP]

Roscoe,

Yes, the '07 comes with 11/8" bars and clamps. I originally bought the Bonz mounts for the BRP SUB mount, so they were the 40mm spread parts (common). If you order a Pro-Tect mount and specify that you will be using the Bonz mounts and do not need a clamp, it should be a few $$ cheaper like mine was.

The EE handguards fit fine with the Bonz mounts, plus I really like the newer outside mount deflectors. The Bonz mounts have three M8 tapped holes for rough adjustment of different bar lengths. I also use the ATek threaded inserts. These are good as the handguard end can be "pulled in" to the bar eaisly by tightening so a perfect bend is no big deal.

 

[REVERUP]

Thanks guys looks as if there are some good options out there for a great set up.
I love this site, you guys make finding stuff out so much easier than the trial and error I have done in the past.

Roscoe

 

[d2w]

And these guys have a product too: Pro Moto Billet FIT System
I made a hybrid using a ProTech Underbar mount and using a Version 2 system from Pro Moto Billet.
I run narrow bars through the trees, so having to cut and bend handguards is just an expected part of bike setup.
And big thumbs up on using Atek bar end inserts. Go Fasters has them I believe.

Dale

 

[HydroDog]

I have the Fastway FIT guards. Bolted right on to the stock bars with no fuss.

 

[GMP]

The thing about the FIT system is the mounts are shorter and your forced into the longer Fastway hanguards, correct? Maybe not a big deal, but If I break a handguard and need a replacement fast I can go to the local dealer and get a set of EEs right off the shelf, not so with Fastways.

FWFW, I also heard that the Fastway handguards are not the best, tend to break, could be BS but any truth to this? Other Fastway stuff I've had has been excellent.

What Pete should do is make his own bar clamp/handguard mount to go with the SUB mounts, like the Bonz but one piece. He could even integrate the computer mounts like he does now.

 

[Skidad]

The FIT system does have some issues. The guards are to long and the material may be to soft as well. I bought a set to use but after seeing what my buddy went through during this past enduro season with his they will end up on my dual sport bike. Repeated problems with bending and twisting because of the length and/or material they are made from. He also busted a few sets of the protectors which do crack easily (they did admit to me they had an issue with the orange protectors and sent me an extra set) I also felt the area for your hands was quite small with the new designed tighter bend. (they also sent me these new tighter guards that don't stick out so far for free). Customer service is good for sure but I think there are better guard solutions if you have a habit of taking tree and soil samples.

I bought the BONZ mounts and I asked them if they would make a solid 1 piece top clamp for me so I could mount thinks to it like a computer. They claimed it would be to expensive for such a big piece but I wasn't the first to ask and they may come up with something to tie the 2 mounts together at some point. Maybe if more people ask for it they will build it?

Pete at Protect might consider a big one piece as GMP suggests or maybe something modular that you can add pieces to as needed.

So for me I guess it's the EE style guards with the BONZ mounts and Atek threaded bar inserts and see how it goes. I have read a few reports of people tweaking the BONZ mounts as well. Time will tell.


Skidad in MA

 

[GMP]

My Fastway T-clamp mounts were indestructable, in fact I used to be concerned I'd snap the bolts or bend the top clamp, never happened though. I hope the Bonz are as good.

I made a simple "T" shaped plate that mounts my ICO ProComp to the Bonz mounts. I use short spacers in one set of the lightening holes. I'd prefer it in front of the mount and lower, but the foward bar position pushes it too far foward into the throttle cable.

I think a ProTect combo clamp/handguard mount would be a no-brainer, as everyone with a SUB mount at least has to get Bonz or standard bar mounts, which suck to deal with on tapered bars. How does his computer mounts fasten now? Bolts through the bottom or are they one piece with the clamp? I say make a generic clamp/mount and have accessories bolt to the top.

 

[lukachuki]

I have the Fastway FIT guards. Bolted right on to the stock bars with no fuss.

Very informative thread here! I'm looking at the Fastway FIT version 2 handguards and wondered which ones will fit the '05 GG w/ stock 7/8 Hebo bars and clamps. Anyone know off the top of their head. I'm trying to free up some space on my bars, and I have one chance to order them before we go to TN to ride this next weekend.

http://www.promotobillet.com/catalog/index.php/cPath/22_63

Anyone know?

And do any of our site sponsors stock these? If so who? I will place an order tomorrow and would much prefer to support those that support this site.

Thanks