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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 Triumph Tiger 800 / Tiger 1200 Explorer — two mounting points

Two-point Barkbusters handguard mounting kit for Tiger 800 / Tiger 1200 Explorer. Covers 10 Triumph models from '17 onward: the table lists the make, model, and years.

At a glance

  • Mounting: two-point, for impact protection.
  • Compatible models: 10, including the Tiger 800 / Tiger 1200 Explorer.
  • Make: Triumph.
  • Construction: Two-point mounting on a wraparound aluminum frame.
  • What's included: Mounting frame only: the protective plastics are not included.
  • Shipping and warranty: Free shipping in Italy over €100, 14-day returns, 1-year warranty.

Compatible models

Make Model Years
Triumph Tiger 1200 Explorer up to '17
Triumph Tiger 1200 Explorer Spoked up to '17
Triumph Tiger 1200 Explorer XC up to '17
Triumph Tiger 800 all years
Triumph Tiger 800XC all years
Triumph Tiger 800XCA all years
Triumph Tiger 800XCX all years
Triumph Tiger 800XR all years
Triumph Tiger 800XRT all years
Triumph Tiger 800XRX all years

Barkbusters compatibility data, based on the standard configuration. Unsure about your model? Contact us.

Installation

  1. Remove the original handlebar weights.
  2. Position the frame without tightening it and check that the steering moves freely to full lock.
  3. Secure the inner mounting point first, then the outer one.
  4. Tighten to the torque settings specified 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

My Triumph isn't listed in the table: can I still install it?
No. The kit is designed for the handlebar geometry of the 10 models listed. Both the model and year are required: a Triumph Tiger 800 from a different model year may require a different kit.

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 are ordered separately and are interchangeable.

What is the difference compared with 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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