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Compatibility, included items, installation, and documents: below is every detail verified against the official Barkbusters documentation.

Description Barkbusters Handguard Mounting Kit for Honda CB500X / CB400X / NX500 — Two-Point Mount, Aluminum (BHG-123)

Barkbusters two-point handguard mounting kit for Honda CB500X, CB400X, and NX500.

Discontinued item. Barkbusters has replaced this part number with the BHG-123 kit, which covers the same motorcycles and model years. If the replacement product page is available, it is best to order that one: this item will remain in the catalog until stocks run out.

At a glance

  • Mounting: Two-point mounting for impact protection.
  • Compatible models: CB500X, CB400X, and NX500.
  • Brand: Honda.
  • In the package: Mounting frame only: protective plastics are not included.
  • Shipping and warranty: Free shipping in Italy on orders over €100, returns within 14 days, 1-year warranty.

Compatible models

Brand Model Years
Honda CB400X '20–
Honda CB500X '19–
Honda NX500 '24–

Compatibility declared by Barkbusters for motorcycles in their original configuration. Can't find your motorcycle? Contact us.

Do you have an older CB500X? For 2013 to 2015, the manufacturer specifies the BHG-046; for 2016 to 2018, the BHG-055.

Installation

  1. Remove the original handlebar weights.
  2. Position the frame without tightening it and check full steering clearance.
  3. Secure the inner mounting point first, then the outer one.
  4. Tighten to the torque specifications provided by the manufacturer and check again after 100 km.

The tightening torques and complete installation sequence are provided in the official Barkbusters instructions supplied with the kit.

Frequently asked questions

Should I buy this or the BHG-123?
The compatibility is the same. This part number is being discontinued and will not be restocked: if the BHG-123 is available, it is the better choice for long-term availability, including for possible hardware replacements.

Are the protective plastics included?
No. Barkbusters sells the frame and plastics separately: this product includes only the aluminum frame and hardware. JET, VPS, STORM, and CARBON plastics must be ordered separately and are interchangeable.

What is the difference between this and the single-point versions?
The manufacturer specifies the two-point version for impact protection, while the single-point version is intended only for wind and weather protection.

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