Any

Handlebar

2

Mounting points

3series

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

Production

Australia

Rideworx Pty Ltd

Assembly

Main anchor point

Upper steering plate

Use the front or side tightening screws on the top plate

Handlebar

Any size and type

The manufacturer states that it is compatible regardless of the handlebar’s diameter and shape.

Terminals included

For an internal diameter of 14 and 18 mm

16 mm internal tapered handlebars

The B-086 pliers set is needed

The manufacturer specifies it for the Yamaha WR250F, WR450F, YZ250F, and YZ450F with tapered handlebars. Listed in the catalog, to be purchased separately

Excluded brands

Husqvarna since 2013, KTM and Husaberg

Manufacturer-declared exclusion: the kit is not suitable for these motorcycles

Mounting type

Two points

Steering plate plus handlebar end

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 and STORM

Three series, each sold separately. The manufacturer does not list the CARBON ones for this kit, unlike the other two items. The EGO ones are not compatible.

Packaging

Content

Aluminum bars, steering plate brackets, 14 and 18 mm end pieces, and hardware

Protective plastics

NOT included

Dati dichiarati da Barkbusters (Rideworx Pty Ltd) sulla pagina ufficiale del codice BHG-006 e sulle istruzioni di montaggio INS-BHG-006-NP. Peso e dimensioni non sono dichiarati dal produttore in forma numerica.

Si ancora alla piastra di sterzo: va su qualsiasi manubrio. Plastiche 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-006 universal mounting kit with steering plate attachment

The BHG-006 is the only two-point mounting structure that does not attach to the straight section of the handlebar: the second anchor point is on the upper triple clamp, using its front or side clamping bolts.

The handlebar does not matter

That is why this kit exists. The manufacturer states that it is compatible regardless of handlebar size and type: straight, tapered, short, crowded with controls, or unusually shaped. The package includes handlebar ends for 14 mm and 18 mm internal diameters.

Two stated exclusions

  • Not suitable for Husqvarna models from 2013 onward, KTM, and Husaberg. The manufacturer explicitly excludes them. These motorcycles require model-specific kits or a universal handlebar-mounted kit.
  • Yamaha WR250F, WR450F, YZ250F, and YZ450F with tapered handlebars: the B-086 clamp set for handlebars with a 16 mm internal diameter may be required and must be purchased separately.

The plastics are NOT included, and there are three options

Plastic Character
JET-003 Compact profile, allowing more air around the hand: dual sport, enduro, and trail
VPS-203 Wind deflector adjustable to two positions: adventure and touring
STM-003 The most extensive coverage in the range: road riding and cold weather

For this code, the manufacturer does not list CARBON, unlike the other two-point kits. We list the options exactly as the manufacturer states them, without extending the list by analogy. EGO plastics are not compatible.

Impact protection

It is a two-point system, and Barkbusters states that this configuration is designed for impact protection.

What you will find in the package

  • Two heat-treated aluminum bars.
  • Brackets for attachment to the triple clamp.
  • Handlebar ends for 14 mm and 18 mm internal diameters.
  • Complete mounting hardware.

What is NOT included

  • The protective plastics, to be chosen from JET, VPS, and STORM.
  • The B-086 clamp set, required only for certain Yamaha models with tapered handlebars.
  • 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 not sure whether your triple clamp has the right bolts, send us a photo before ordering.

Why choose it
  • Il manubrio non conta. Il produttore lo dichiara compatibile indipendentemente da misura e tipo, perché il secondo ancoraggio è sulla piastra.
  • Non ruba spazio sulla sezione dritta. Funziona anche su manubri corti o affollati di comandi, dove un morsetto non entra.
  • Protezione dagli impatti dichiarata. Due punti di fissaggio e alluminio trattato termicamente.
  • Due misure di terminale incluse. Per diametro interno da 14 e da 18 mm.
  • 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 che non lascia spazio per un morsetto: corto, molto affollato di comandi, oppure di forma insolita.

A chi vuole un paramano a due punti, con protezione della leva in caduta, senza vincoli sul diametro del manubrio.

Non è la scelta giusta per chi ha una KTM, una Husqvarna dal 2013 in poi o una Husaberg: il produttore le esclude. E nemmeno per chi vuole montare le plastiche CARBON, che su questo codice non sono dichiarate.

Assembly and documents

Le istruzioni ufficiali INS-BHG-006-NP sono allegate a questa scheda.

  1. Verifica che la moto non rientri fra le escluse: Husqvarna dal 2013, KTM e Husaberg.
  2. Controlla che la piastra di sterzo superiore abbia viti di serraggio sul lato anteriore o sui fianchi.
  3. Rimuovi i contrappesi originali. Se le manopole sono chiuse all estremità vanno aperte.
  4. Fissa la staffa alla piastra di sterzo, senza serrare a fondo.
  5. Scegli il terminale della misura corrispondente al diametro interno del tuo manubrio, 14 o 18 mm, e monta la barra in alluminio.
  6. Porta il paramano in posizione, serra tutto e monta la plastica che hai scelto.
  7. Verifica il funzionamento di gas, freno anteriore, frizione e interruttore di arresto, e che lo sterzo giri liberamente da fondo a fondo. Ricontrolla il serraggio dopo i primi 50 km.

Frenafiletti di media resistenza su tutti i fissaggi. Trattandosi anche di viti della piastra di sterzo, se non hai dimestichezza affida il montaggio a un tecnico: il produttore lo considera un intervento rilevante per la sicurezza.

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. Il BHG-006 è la variante che sposta il secondo ancoraggio dal manubrio alla piastra di sterzo, per le moto dove sul manubrio non c è spazio.

The handlebar doesn't count

  • It anchors to the steering plate, so it fits any handlebar. Excluding KTM, Husqvarna from 2013 onward, and Husaberg.
It anchors to the plate, not the handlebar

It anchors to the plate, not the handlebar

The bracket attaches to the clamping screws of the upper triple clamp, either at the front or on the sides. The second anchor point remains the end of the handlebar. This gives the handguard two mounting points without occupying the straight section, and it works on any handlebar, even short ones or those crowded with controls.

Two exclusions to read first

Two exclusions to read first

The manufacturer excludes Husqvarna from 2013 onward, as well as KTM and Husaberg: the kit is not suitable for those motorcycles. And on some Yamaha WR and YZ models with tapered handlebars, the B-086 clamp set may be required. These are the two checks to make before ordering.

FAQs

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

Are the protective plastic parts included?

No. The BHG-006 is only the mounting structure: aluminum bars, plate brackets, end caps, and hardware. The plastic components are purchased separately.

What plastics can I install on it?

Three series: JET, VPS, and STORM. For this kit, the manufacturer does not list CARBON, unlike the other two-point kits. EGO products are not compatible with any structure other than EGO.

Why are the CARBON not listed on this kit?

Barkbusters does not explain this: it simply lists JET, VPS, and STORM for this code, while for BHG-001 and BHG-002 it also includes CARBON. We prefer to report the list as stated by the manufacturer rather than extend it by analogy. If you are interested in carbon, write to us and we will check with the supplier.

I have a KTM, Husqvarna, or Husaberg: will it fit?

No. The manufacturer explicitly excludes Husqvarna from 2013 onward, KTM, and Husaberg. For those bikes, the way to go is model-specific kits or a universal handlebar kit, such as the BHG-001 or BHG-002.

What is a steering plate mount used for?

Mount a two-point handguard without occupying the straight section of the handlebar with a clamp. The bracket uses the upper plate’s clamping bolts, so it also works on short handlebars crowded with controls or with an unusual shape.

Do I need handlebars of a specific size?

No, and that’s the key strength of this kit: the manufacturer states that it is compatible regardless of the handlebar size and type, because the second anchor point is on the plate. The package includes bar-end inserts for handlebars with an internal diameter of 14 and 18 mm.

I have a Yamaha WR or YZ: do I need anything else?

For the WR250F, WR450F, YZ250F, and YZ450F with tapered handlebars, the manufacturer indicates that the B-086 clamp set may be required for handlebars with an inner diameter of 16 mm. It is purchased separately and is listed in the catalog.

How can I tell if my motorcycle has the correct screws on the plate?

Keep the upper steering plate, the one above the forks: it needs clamping bolts on the front or sides. If you’re not sure, send us a photo of the area and we’ll tell you whether the kit can be installed.

Does it protect against drops?

Yes. It has two attachment points, and the manufacturer states that heat treatment of the aluminum is intended to add strength and protection against impacts.

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

The original bar-end weights must be removed because the bar also attaches at the end of the handlebar. If the grips are closed at the ends, they must be opened. The Barkbusters replacement for the bar-end weights is item code B-066, listed in the catalog.

What will I find in the package?

The two aluminum bars, the brackets that attach to the steering plate, the bar ends for handlebars with an inner diameter of 14 and 18 mm, and all the hardware. No protective plastic.

Do I need to recheck the tightening after installation?

Yes. Barkbusters asks you to recheck the tightness of all screws after the first 50 km and recommends a medium-strength threadlocker on all fasteners. Since these are steering plate screws, the check should be carried out with particular care.

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