Barkbusters handguards for my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450: Review

This set alongwith the VPS fibre guards cost me ₹12,600.00 which by no means is VFM but being a safety related accessory, I decided not to compromise.

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Accessory purchase : Barkbusters handguards

I have been waiting since long for the OEM accessories like the tubeless spoked wheels and hand guards, and finally gave up.

Bought a set of Barkbusters hand guards. These are known to be amongst the best in quality, however there were none specific to the Himalayan 450 available in the existing inventory.

Trying to adjust other model-specific or universal ones at times leave very little gap between the fitment and hydraulic brake lines or cables, which is very crucial in case of a fall.

However, when Barkbusters introduced the BHG 119 specific to REH450, I decided to go ahead with the purchase.

This set alongwith the VPS fibre guards cost me ₹12,600.00 which by no means is VFM but being a safety related accessory, I decided not to compromise.

An hour long DIY and the handguards were fitted.

And yes, they do augment the big bike look of Bagheera.

Attaching a few pics of the fitment and the final look.

LHS : adequate clearance from the clutch lever.

RHS : adequate clearance from the brake lever.

The aluminum rib is actually very sturdy and gives a robust look.

The fibre handguards with extended wind/weather deflectors will do a good job in monsoon and winters.

The OEM handlebar end weights could be retained at both ends due to similarity in size.

The attachments squeeze in snugly between the existing cables and pipelines.

RHS : adequate clearance between the attachments and the hydraulic pipelines, especially near the banjo union.

LHS : much easier to fit, adequate clearance here too.

Perfectly aligned. Looks apart, they are indeed practical and add to the safety quotient.

The final outcome.

(Please don't ignore Brownie in the background)

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