22mm

Handlebar

2

Mounting points

4series

Compatible plastics

Structure and materials

Type

Universal mounting kit

Frame only: protective plastics are not included

Structure

Heat-treated aluminum bar

Manufacturer-selected treatment to add impact resistance and protection

Finish

Natural aluminum

Production

Australia

Rideworx Pty Ltd

Assembly

Handlebar

Straight 22 mm

Equal to 7/8 of an inch

Dumbbells with a 28.5 mm grip diameter

The BSS-00 set is needed

For Renthal Twin Wall and Barkbusters VSBar: 28.5 mm clamps, listed in the catalog and available for separate purchase

Mounting type

Two points

Handlebar end plus clamp on the straight section

Retightening check

after 50

Manufacturer-recommended medium-strength threadlocker

Protection

Impact protection

Declared

Barkbusters declares two-point products designed for impact protection

Compatibility

Compatible plastics

JET, VPS, STORM and CARBON

Each sold separately. EGO plastics are not compatible.

Packaging

Content

Aluminum bars, clamps, and complete hardware set

Protective plastics

NOT included

Dati dichiarati da Barkbusters (Rideworx Pty Ltd) sulla pagina ufficiale del codice BHG-001 e sulle istruzioni di montaggio INS-BHG-001-NP. Peso e dimensioni non sono dichiarati dal produttore in forma numerica.

Sola struttura per manubri dritti da 22 mm. Le plastiche si scelgono a parte.

Everything you need to know before ordering

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

Description Barkbusters BHG-001 universal mounting kit for 22 mm straight handlebars

The BHG-001 is the mounting structure only for 22 mm straight handlebars: heat-treated aluminum bars, clamps, and hardware. It is not a complete handguard.

The manufacturer renamed this code: the current one is BHG-001, while the previous one was BHG-151.

Protective plastics are NOT included

This is the most important thing to know before ordering, and it is also why this product exists: you choose the shell your motorcycle and riding style require, and you can change it over time without replacing the system.

Plastic Characteristics
JET-003 Compact profile, more airflow around the hand: dual sport, enduro, and trail
VPS-203 Two-position adjustable wind deflector: adventure and touring
STM-003 The widest coverage in the range, 275 by 140 mm: road riding and cold weather
BCF-003 Real carbon fiber, not recommended for off-road riding

EGO plastics are not compatible: they fit exclusively on EGO structures.

Two mounting points

The bar bridges the gap between the handlebar end and a clamp on the straight section. The manufacturer states that the heat treatment of the aluminum adds strength and impact protection: this is the configuration Barkbusters specifies for protecting the lever in a crash.

Stated compatibility

Handlebar Compatibility
22 mm straight (7/8") Compatible
28.5 mm straight section (Renthal Twin Wall, Barkbusters VSBar) Requires the BSS-00 clamp set, sold separately
Tapered handlebar Requires the BHG-002

It is a universal kit: no brand, model, or year-specific code is required.

What you will find in the package

  • Two heat-treated aluminum bars.
  • Clamps for the straight section of the handlebar.
  • Complete mounting hardware.

What is NOT included

  • Protective plastics, to be chosen from JET, VPS, STORM, and CARBON.
  • The BSS-00 clamp set, required only for handlebars with a 28.5 mm straight section.
  • Bar-end weights: the original ones must be removed. The Barkbusters replacement is the B-066.

Why buy it from Endurrad

Free shipping in Italy on orders over €100 and in Europe on orders over €250, returns within 14 days, and support in Italian. If you are unsure which plastic to choose for your riding style, write to us: the answer depends on how and where you ride.

Why choose it
  • Scegli tu la protezione. Quattro serie di plastiche compatibili, dal profilo compatto alla fibra di carbonio.
  • Protezione dagli impatti dichiarata. Due punti di fissaggio e alluminio trattato termicamente.
  • Fissaggio universale. Conta il manubrio, non marca e modello della moto.
  • Accetta anche i manubri da 28,5 mm. Con il set di cavallotti BSS-00, mentre sulla versione conica quei manubri sono esclusi del tutto.
  • Prodotto in Australia. Barkbusters è un marchio di Rideworx Pty Ltd, che produce paramani dal 1984.
Who is it recommended for

A chi ha un manubrio dritto da 22 mm, vuole protezione vera della leva in caduta e preferisce decidere da sé quale plastica montare.

A chi ha già in casa delle plastiche Barkbusters compatibili e gli serve solo la struttura.

Non è la scelta giusta per chi vuole una soluzione pronta: in quel caso conviene un paramano completo, dove le plastiche sono già incluse. E nemmeno se il manubrio è conico, dove serve il BHG-002.

Assembly and documents

Le istruzioni ufficiali INS-BHG-001-NP sono allegate a questa scheda.

  1. Verifica con un calibro che la sezione dritta del manubrio sia da 22 mm. Se è da 28,5 mm servono in più i cavallotti BSS-00.
  2. Rimuovi i contrappesi originali. Se le manopole sono chiuse all estremità vanno aperte, perché la struttura si ancora dentro il manubrio.
  3. Monta il morsetto sulla sezione dritta senza serrare.
  4. Fissa la barra in alluminio all estremità del manubrio e al morsetto, poi portala in posizione e serra.
  5. Monta le plastiche che hai scelto, seguendo le istruzioni della serie corrispondente.
  6. Verifica il funzionamento di gas, freno anteriore, frizione e interruttore di arresto prima di partire, poi ricontrolla il serraggio dopo i primi 50 km.

Frenafiletti di media resistenza su tutti i fissaggi. Il produttore considera il montaggio dei paramani un intervento rilevante per la sicurezza, da affidare a un tecnico se non hai dimestichezza.

Manufacturer

Barkbusters è un marchio di Rideworx Pty Ltd, azienda australiana che progetta e produce paramani per moto dal 1984.

Tutta la gamma è costruita su un principio: la struttura di montaggio e le plastiche di protezione sono due articoli distinti. Questo prodotto è la struttura nella sua forma più pura e lascia al motociclista la scelta della protezione. Il codice precedente era BHG-151.

Plastics are not included

  • This is the structure. You choose the protection from JET, VPS, STORM, and CARBON, and you can change it over time.
This is the structure; you choose the protection.

This is the structure; you choose the protection.

The package includes the aluminum bars, clamps, and hardware. The plastic guards are not included: you choose them from four different series, and you can change them over the years without touching the structure. That is the principle behind the entire Barkbusters range.

Two points: the lever is repaired

Two points: the lever is repaired

The bar anchors to the end of the handlebar and to a clamp on the straight section, forming a bridge in front of the lever. Barkbusters states that its two-point products are designed for impact protection: this is the substantial difference compared with single-point kits, which protect only against the elements.

FAQs

For more information, see our FAQ of frequently asked questions.

Are the protective plastic parts included?

No. The BHG-001 is only the mounting structure: aluminum bars, clamps, and hardware. The protective plastics are selected and purchased separately.

What plastics can I install on it?

Four series, all declared by the manufacturer: JET with a compact profile, VPS with an adjustable deflector, STORM with extended coverage, and CARBON in fiber. EGO plastics are not compatible: they are only for EGO frames.

Does it protect against drops?

Yes. It has two attachment points, and the manufacturer states that the heat treatment of the aluminum is specifically intended to add strength and protection against impacts. The bar bridges the gap between the end of the handlebar and the clamp, protecting the lever.

I have a Renthal Twin Wall or a Barkbusters VSBar: will it fit?

Yes, by adding a piece. On these handlebars, the straight section is 28.5 mm, and the manufacturer specifies the BSS-00 clamp set, which is purchased separately and is listed in the catalog. This differs from the BHG-002 for tapered handlebars, where those handlebars are excluded entirely.

How can I tell if my handlebar is straight and 22 mm?

Measure the diameter with calipers on the straight section: if it is 22 mm along the entire length, the handlebar is straight and this is the correct code. If it widens toward the center, it is tapered, and you need BHG-002.

What’s the difference compared with the BHG-002?

Only the handlebar they are designed for: the BHG-001 is for 22 mm straight handlebars, while the BHG-002 is for tapered handlebars. The construction, compatible plastics, and level of protection are identical. The treatment of 28.5 mm handlebars also differs: here, the BSS-00 clamps are sufficient; with the tapered version, they are excluded.

What is the difference compared with the STM-001-NP, which is for the same handlebar?

The number of mounts changes everything. The BHG-001 has two mounting points, and the manufacturer states that it protects against impacts; the STM-001-NP has a single mounting point and is stated to protect against weather only. The BHG-001 also accepts four sets of plastic parts instead of two, but it occupies the end of the handlebar.

I saw code BHG-151: is it the same product?

Yes. The manufacturer renamed this code: the current one is BHG-001, while the previous one was BHG-151. If you find references to the old code, they refer to the same structure.

Is the specific code for my motorcycle required?

No. The BHG-001 has a universal mount: what matters is that the handlebar is straight and 22 mm. That is the difference compared with the specific BHG and BLG kits, where the code is linked to the make, model, and year.

Should I remove the bar ends or cut off the grips?

The original bar-end weights must be removed because the structure attaches to the end of the handlebar, and if the grips are closed at the ends, they must be opened. The Barkbusters replacement for the bar-end weights is catalog code B-066.

What will I find in the package?

The two aluminum bars, the clamps for the straight section of the handlebar, and all the mounting hardware. No protective plastic.

Do I need to recheck the tightening after installation?

Yes. Barkbusters asks you to check the tightness of all screws again after the first 50 km and recommends using a medium-strength threadlocker on all fasteners.

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